Welcome to daylight savings – Big Monks & Black and White Mine - Trigs and NRs #18
Sun 04th Oct 2026
Sunset is at 7.08pm this evening and tomorrow is a public holiday. Hike to Big Monks in the Rob Roy Nature Reserve up the steep Western side for great views. Enjoy sunset over the Bullen, Tidbinbilla and Brindabella Ranges. Sit in the stone throne at nearby ‘Little Monks’. Descend steeply down via the 1910 Black and White Mine, returning to the start via the suburban edge fire trail. Around 5km and 300vm. Bring a torch just in case.
Booking deadline
Fri 02nd Oct 2026 07:00pm
Length
Terrain
Distance (km or hrs)
5km
Ascent
300vm
Map name
Tuggeranong 1:25000 topo
Terrain information
Fire trail, steep asce t and descent though woodland
Transport information
TBA
A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.
Date and Time
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Activity Owner
John-Evans
Activity Location
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