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Devil's Peak from Genges Road

Sat 15th Aug 2026

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Starting at intersection of Genges Trail and Blue Range Road following fire trails to a particular point on Two Sticks Road, then going into the forest to climb to the top of Devil's Peak. Then head for the knoll to the south-east. This is a rocky area with great views on a clear day. Return the same way. AM tea on trail before starting the climb, lunch on the knoll weather permitting.

Additional Information

Booking deadline

Thu 13th Aug 2026 08:31pm

Length

Medium

Terrain

Medium

Distance (km or hrs)

11 - 12 kms - will feel like 17 kms with climbing/descending.

Ascent

400 metres

Descent

400 metres

Map name

Cotter Dam 1:25000

Terrain information

About 8 kms of fire trail, the rest uphill and downhill is through forest which is reasonably open but rocky underfoot. Can be cold on the Devil's Peak knoll so bring warm, waterproof clothes, hat, sunscreen. Poles and gaiters may be useful especially in the forest.

Transport information

34 kms each way, 64 kms in total. Prefer 4WD or AWD for last 7 kms of drive. 2WD vehicles ok if reasonable ground clearance. $32 per car, $8 per person. Meet at Dillon Close, Weston in time for an 8:30 start.


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Date and Time

Start Sat 15th Aug 2026 @ 08:30am Finish* Sat 15th Aug 2026 @ 03:31pm
*Always confirm finish time with the Activity Owner.

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