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Stretcher Track (Lamington National Park) |
28 Apr, 2017 |
Hard |
20.5km one-way 2 days |
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| Just completed this walk unsure as to the state or existence of the track. I'm pleased to say the track still exists albeit overgrown. It was a steep hike up to the top of the ridgeline and this took some time. The track is then reasonably clear up to the turnoff for running creek falls. It then gets a little overgrown with fallen trees to crawl around and Lawyer Vine and stinging trees to dodge. At times the track was really clear and at other times it seemed to disappear. Luckily we had a partial GPX, map and compass and were able to figure out where we were and where we needed to go when the track disappeared. The track was also well marked with tape though of course there were spots where tree falls hid the tape. All up it took us around 8 hours including meal stops to get to Point Lookout campsite. We started at around 8.30 in the morning but if you're worried about not making it before dark you could leave earlier or take advantage of a couple of unofficial campsites at some of the high points along the track. The next day we visited the wreck and exited via Christmas Creek (a car shuffle was essential). It's a really worthwhile walk even with the slow progress and overgrown track as it gives you a really good appreciation for what the stretcher bearers did. Hard work but worth it. Just a note about Gap Creek Road: it has deteriorated considerably and while it is still possible to take a 2 wheel drive in you will have to leave the vehicle a lot further back along the road. A 4 wheel drive is recommended. | ||||