by Baeng72 » Tue 17 Nov, 2020 8:13 am
Which track is better (less physically challenging) to ascend (and descend) Mt. Bogong, Staircase or Eskdale spur?
I understand the Staircase is pretty much straight up the mountain, and seems quite steep, whilst Eskdale has a bit of a road bash, and it more exposed on the way up, but is it as steep?
Was thinking of starting at Mountain creek, going up Staircase, summiting Bogong, then either heading to Cleve Cole to return next day via Staircase, or Eskdale (whichever is less taxing of the knees)
or if weather looking bad for next day, going to either of Bivouac Hut, or Michell Hut to camp, then continuing back to Mountain creek, and driving home.
Bivouac is closest to Mountain creek, so quickest exit to get back to car, then drive to Melbourne, but if Staircase is difficult to descend, especially if it's wet, maybe not the best choice. Thoughts?