Circuit
Wilderness Walks
Grade 5
12 km
6.5 hours
Grade 1: No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.
Grade 2: No bushwalking experience required. The track is hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km.
Grade 3: Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km.
Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.
Grade 5: Very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.
This grade 5 challenging and steep track in the Cathedral Range State Park links The Farmyard to Sugarloaf Peak, crossing very exposed rocky outcrops, providing impressive views.
There is limited signage along the way so look for orange markers to help you keep to the track. Beware of rapidly changing weather conditions and strong winds and wear proper hiking footwear and attire.
The also connects Jawbone Carpark and Sugarloaf Saddle Carparks, both suitable places to start the loop from or park a car at both car parks for a shorter hike.
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