๐ฟ Crystal Creek Falls and Torstenโs Rock Garden Hike (august 10th) +
Optional Camp at Paluma Dam (August 9th)
Walk Leader: Cherry Judge
RSVP:
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Grade: On-track hike. Some creek crossings, some steep sections. Approx. 4 - 5 hours. Moderate level of fitness required.
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Due to the closure of Mount Spec Road, access to Paluma Dam will be via Harvey Range Road, approximately a 3-hour drive from Townsville. Please allow ample travel time.
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Start Point: Paluma Dam (Riflebird Gully meeting point)
Track: Wilfredโs Lookout โ Torstenโs Garden โ Crystal Creek Falls
Highlights: Scenic rainforest trails, rock formations, and a swimming spot at the falls
Estimated Duration: 4+ hours
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We begin the walk at 9:00 a.m. sharp on Sunday from Paluma Dam.
Further meeting details will be emailed to those attending
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If you're camping, arrive Saturday afternoon and enjoy a relaxed evening at the dam.
camping permits required. Please pick a camping spot at Riflebird gully
To join the walk, please RSVP to Cherry at
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โ Whether you're camping Saturday night, or
โ Planning to arrive early Sunday morning for the walk. If you are not there before 9 am at Riflebird gully, Paluma Dam we will start walking (as there is no mobile signal to check in)
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