List of Bushwalks in Snowy Valleys Council

This easy walk in Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park starts from Thermal Pool Trail car park and leads to the ruins of Henry Harris’s Glory Hole Farm. Stop at the picnic area along the way for lunch. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Glory Farm Walk

2.6 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

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Yarrangobilly Caves River Walk

Yarrangobilly Caves River Walk

2.8 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

2.8 km

Circuit

This short loop in Kosciuszko National Park takes you along the Yarrangobilly River, starting at the Glory Hole car park. On the way you'll pass the Thermal Pool (have a swim) and South Glory cave where you can take a self guided tour. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Caves

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Starting from Three Mile Dam campground this circuit walk takes you through woodlands and snowgrass flats. It is great for birdwatching and bushwalking during the year and also snowshoeing in winter. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Goldseekers Track

2.9 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

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Mount Franklin Walking Track

Mount Franklin Walking Track

3.1 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the car park off Mount Franklin Road, Cotter River, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Franklin and back via the same-titled walking track, visiting the Franklin Shelter near the start. With unique views and instant access to the wilderness, this walk through the forest will surely make you feel remote in a matter of minutes. But before heading deeper into the woodland, you’ll visit the Franklin Shelter. This shelter was built to remember and honor the Franklin Chalet, which was significant to Canberrans that were skiing in the Brindabellas. Built in 1938 to serve the Canberra Alpine Club, the cozy chalet was lost to the bushfires in 2003. After the historic visit, you’ll walk along the former ski runs which can be overgrown up to the summit. Expect to see beautiful views of the western ACT from this point. Walk to any direction you want to get less obstructed views, but remember to keep the Trig Point as a reference not to get lost. You can take a right turn from the Trig Station(coming from the walking track) and head along the subtle dirt track to see the rusty Austin A40, which was used as an engine for the ski tow. Keep in mind that there is no reception in the area, so inform others beforehand. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This lovely return walk in Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park takes you on a special journey. You will visit several caves and enjoy their beauty. Don't forget to buy tickets at Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Centre beforehand. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Castle Cave Walk

3.2 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Caves

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Bendora Arboretum Track

3.5 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Bendora Arboretum Track

3.5 km

Return

Starting from Mount Franklin Road, Brindabella, this walk takes you to the Bendora Arboretum and back via Chalet Road(a management road), visiting the historic Bendora Hut as well. Notice the change of smell as you walk through different tree sections in the arboretum as you enjoy the natural views and ambiance. 52 different tree species were planted in groups of 81 when the arboretum was first established in 1940. You can get into the details whilst exploring the arboretum as there are plenty of informative signposts at each section. Don’t miss out on the views over the valley while you’re focused on reading the said signposts. The historic Brenda Hut is there to welcome you to the arboretum, with some benches and a fireplace inside. Some people say that it was built in the early 1940s to serve as a shelter for the Forestry and Timber Bureau workers at the time. Others claim it was built in 1930 by Ted Kennedy for laborers building the road. The arboretum provides an entirely different experience in each season, from deciduous trees shedding their leaves to a silent white blanket over the land. Try to photograph each season to make them into a collage that you can proudly represent on your wall. Keep in mind there is no signal reception in the area, so make sure you inform others prior to the journey. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

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Run

40 min to 1 h

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Old Mountain Road Walking Track

Old Mountain Road Walking Track

4 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

4 km

Oneway

Starting from Jounama Creek campground this one-way walk takes you along the Talbingo Mountain's first road, built in 1860. You'll be rewarded with views of Bogong Peaks, Jounama Pondage and Blowering Reservoir. If you want you can return the same way and have some lunch at the campground and a swim in the creek. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Swim

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Clarke Gorge Walking Track

Clarke Gorge Walking Track

4.6 km return

3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

4.6 km

Return

Starting from Blue Waterholes campground this return walk will take you past 3 caves (Blue Waterholes, Barbers and White Fish) and along Cave Creek to the top of Cave Creek Falls. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

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1 h 45 min, 2 h 30 min to 2 days

Round Mountain Hut

4.7 km return

1 h 45 min, 2 h 30 min to 2 days

Starting from the Round Mountain trail head on Tooma Rd, this walk takes you into the Jagungal Wilderness area following wide signposted trails to Round Mountain Hut. The walk boasts some great views across the headwaters of the Tumut River to Mt. Jagungal and visits the iron Round Mountains Hut, originally built in the early 1930s and rebuilt after fire in the 1940s. An enjoyable walk (or mountain bike ride), the hut provides some great space to camp if you want to make it an overnight walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This walk takes you on a tour of some of the historic huts north of Geehi Flats. Starting from the northern end of Geehi Flats Camping area near Geehi Hut, you will cross Swampy Plains River and walk across the plain to an intersection just before Keebles Hut. Here the walk heads up on the higher section of Behrs Flat and then down and across Swampy Plains River again. You will then follow another trail to the old Geehi Hut, once used as a youth hostel. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Old Geehi Hut tour

5.3 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

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This walk (or mountain bike ride) follows the Dargals Trail from near the Tooma Reservoir spillway to Paton's Hut. Most of this walk is through tall eucalypt forest before heading down to the edge of the Tooma Plain to find Paton's Hut. The iron hut was originally built in 1934 for grazing and was rebuilt in 2005, after the 2003 fires. The hut provides a great place to camp overnight or just rest before walking back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Paton's Hut

5.6 km return

2 h, 4 h to 2 days

Nichols Gorge Walking Track

Nichols Gorge Walking Track

6.3 km circuit

2 h to 4 h 30 min

Explore this spectacular limestone gorge and Cooleman Cave within Kosciuszko National Park. As you walk along the usually dry Cave Creek, keep your eye out for ancient fossilised shells of brachipods. The walk is closed during winter and only open between the October and June long weekends. The walk can flood so always check the weather forecast. Bring a torch to help you explore the entrance to the cave. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting near Dead Horse Gap on the Alpine Way, you will follow the wide Cascade Trail upstream along the Thredbo River. After crossing the river, you will follow the trail through snow gum forests to the signposted Bobs Ridge. From the rocky outcrops at Bobs Ridge, there are great views west over the Murray River valley into Victoria. This is an enjoyable walk exploring a great river, granite boulders and snow gum forests. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bob's Ridge Trail

9.7 km return

3 h to 4 h

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This walk is closed from June to October long weekends. It starts from the Selwyn Snow Resort car park and leads through a snowgum forest past Mt Selwyn Radio Tower, and along grasslands to Four Mile Hut located near Four Mile Creek. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Four Mile Hut Walk

10.2 km return

3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

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Landers Falls Lookout Walk

Landers Falls Lookout Walk

10.6 km return

3 h 15 min to 5 h

1 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

Landers Falls lookout walk is the one to go on if you want to get stunning views of the Kosciuszko National Park and the Landers Creek Falls. The last bit of track (before the Landers Falls Lookout) is steep but well worth the effort. If you prefer, you can mountain bike until the intersection about 4.5km into the walk, then walk to the lookout from there (1.6km return). Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Waterfall

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Starting from Alpine Way this return 4WD and mountain bike trail in Khancoban area in Kosciuszko National Park takes you downhill to Major Clews Hut, a historic mud brick hut from 1950's. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Major Clews Hut trail

15.8 km return

6 h to 8 h 30 min

Major Clews Hut trail

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Kosciuszko walk - Thredbo to Mount Kosciuszko

Kosciuszko walk - Thredbo to Mount Kosciuszko

16.2 km return

4 h to 5 h

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Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko - Summit Trail

Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko - Summit Trail

18.5 km return

6 h to 7 h 30 min

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Starting near Dead Horse Gap on the Alpine Way, you will follow the wide Cascade Trail past Bobs Ridge to Cascade Hut in the Pilot Wilderness Area. You follow the Thredbo River for a while before heading over Bobs Ridge, enjoying the distant views into Victoria. The walk then explores a few wooded forests before crossing Cascade Creek and then finding Cascade Hut. The hut is a great place to rest or camp. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cascade Hut

19.4 km return

6 h, 9 h to 2 days

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7 h 30 min, 11 h to 2 days

Mount Gingera

19.5 km return

7 h 30 min, 11 h to 2 days

Mount Gingera, Namadgi National Park, starts from the carpark near Corin Dam, Cotter River, visiting the Pryor’s Hut, then moving onto the summit of Mt. Gingera and back. Mountains and forests as far as the eye can see. With practically no sign of civilization in sight, you’ll feel like you’re back in the middle ages as you come across this staggering view that can not be matched by many. That’s what you’re going to get as you take a deep breath of fresh air after the challenging hike you just overcame. Embrace the rewarding feeling of making it to the top, and maybe crack open your bag to enjoy a celebration meal. Make camp near the Pryor's Hut if you'd like to. If the forecast says the track might be covered in snow, bring trekking boots and poles as they will come in handy. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Nichols Gorge Cave Loop

21.7 km circuit

6 h 30 min, 10 h 30 min to 2 days

Nichols Gorge Cave Loop

21.7 km

Circuit

6 h 30 min, 10 h 30 min to 2 days

Starting from Long Plain Road, Bimberi, this circuit walk takes you to the Nichols Gorge and the nearby caves via the Blue Waterholes Fire Trail and loops back. The track passes by the Blue Waterholes(not accessible to the public), Cooleman, Right Cooleman and Murray Caves, so don’t forget to bring a light source, good boots and a jacket to truly enjoy the insides. You’ll also pass by the historic Coolamine Homestead midway through the hike. These sets of buildings exhibit different building styles from the late 1800s. The main residence’s walls are covered with old newspapers and informational signposts, so feel free to read them and see what made the headlines in the early 1900s. Wallabies and non-native brumbies(wild horses) can make an appearance as you walk on the generally dry riverbed of Cave Creek. Speaking of, please try not to damage the ancient fossilised shells of brachiopods and sea lilies found on the riverbed. There are 2 campsites(Magpie Flat and Blue Waterhole) before heading into the gorge so you can make this a multi-day journey if you’d like to. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Main Range Walk - Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko

Main Range Walk - Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko

21.8 km circuit

7 h 30 min to 9 h

This full day walk explores some of the greatest alpine country on offer in NSW. The walk grants views of Blue, Club and Albina Lakes, climbs to the top of Mt Kosciuszko and crosses the famous Snowy River twice. This main range circuit is one of the classic walks in New South Wales, as the views in clear weather extend all the way over the mountainous landscape to the distant horizon. If you want to stay overnight there is a flat area for camping at Wilkinsons Creek, described as a side trip. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This full day (or overnight) walk visits a series of interesting huts whilst exploring some open alpine country and parts of the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Starting at the Guthega / Munyang Power station, you climb up the steep old road to find some great views down the valley. Optional side trips visit the Gate House, Horse Camp Hut and White's River Hut. The alternate exit via Disappointment Spur gives some variety on the return journey and the chance to visit another historic hut. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Schlink Hut Walk

22.2 km return

7 h, 11 h to 2 days

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Guthega Power Station to Schlink Hilton

Guthega Power Station to Schlink Hilton

22.2 km return

7 h to 11 h

This return walk starts from Guthega Power Station parking and camping area. It follows the Schlink Pass Road along Munyang River, past the Whites River Hut to the Schlink Hilton hut in the north. As an alternative on the way back you can cross the Munyang River and follow the Horse Camp Aqueduct Trail before returning to Schlink Pass Road again. The walk winds through open plains in this beautiful snow gum land. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Magpie Flat Campground, Cooleman, this walk takes you on a circuit, visiting a number of historical viewpoints, pools and caves along the way. You can divide this walk into sections and stay the night in one of the campsites that it passes through. It is possible to visit the Cooleman caves and to do some observations as some of them are open to the public. Swimming is also a highlight. The pools scattered around will help you refresh and get back on track (literally). Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cooleman 66

66 km circuit

2 days to 4 days

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