Hey, I managed to persuade my 10 year old to watch me puff and pant my way to the top of Mt Taylor last night. He seems keen to do more. Where should we look to walk next? Is there a top ten for the region? thanks!
thanks for this! next question: are you aware of map of the region that shows the mountains/hills? sort of thing you can put on the wall and mark off as you go?
Goodaye Mike. This is the number one question I get! Good news, I'm working on a book at the moment, which will be the ACT's 25 best walks (according to me anyway). Probably wont be ready for publishing until towards the end of the year.
The short answer is with a question, how far or how long do you want to walk. If you're after short walks, I'd recommend Settlers Trail, Orroral Valley Granite Tors, Booroomba Rocks, Yankee Hat or even Frank and Jacks Hut (from Yankee Hat carpark). There's also Mt Franklin, which I'd thoroughly recommend, as it's really well signposted with historical facts.
If you're after a longer walk and a bit more challenging, I'd recommend Mt Gingera via Stockyard Spur from Corin Dam carpark. Make sure you're in reasonably good shape for this one as the walk starts with a 2.5km uphill section with lots of steps! This is my favourite walk and Mt Gingera is my favourite location in Namadgi. Enjoy.
thanks for this! next question: are you aware of map of the region that shows the mountains/hills? sort of thing you can put on the wall and mark off as you go?
Goodaye Mike. This is the number one question I get! Good news, I'm working on a book at the moment, which will be the ACT's 25 best walks (according to me anyway). Probably wont be ready for publishing until towards the end of the year.
The short answer is with a question, how far or how long do you want to walk. If you're after short walks, I'd recommend Settlers Trail, Orroral Valley Granite Tors, Booroomba Rocks, Yankee Hat or even Frank and Jacks Hut (from Yankee Hat carpark). There's also Mt Franklin, which I'd thoroughly recommend, as it's really well signposted with historical facts.
If you're after a longer walk and a bit more challenging, I'd recommend Mt Gingera via Stockyard Spur from Corin Dam carpark. Make sure you're in reasonably good shape for this one as the walk starts with a 2.5km uphill section with lots of steps! This is my favourite walk and Mt Gingera is my favourite location in Namadgi. Enjoy.