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Sturt Gorge

Sun 8 May 2016

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Details

Walk name/location
Sturt Gorge
Walk grade
Trail Starter
Description

11km circuit walk from Blackwood to the flood control dam in Sturt Gorge. Return trip along a section of Sturt Gorge then north to Magpie Creek back to Blackwood. Includes a number of creek crossings and some hill climbing.

General 'what to bring' reminders: lunch, nibbles, water, first aid kit, camera, hat, gloves and protective wet weather gear if rain is forecast.

Date
Sunday 8 May 2016
Walk Leader
Chris O'Brien

Meeting Location

Meeting location details will be provided after you have registered for this event.

Details
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Map URL
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Event Fees
Event fee
AUD $8.00
(under 18 years of age AUD $1.00)
Golden Boots cards
Accepted
Walk Specifics
Start time
11.00am
End time
2.00pm (approx)
Walking from
Blackwood - behind high school
Walking to
Blackwood - behind high school
Distance
11 Kilometres
Risks
Hazards

Magpie Creek on the return trip can be slippery if very wet; creek flows after heavy rain but crossing is generally hazard free.

Requirements

Wet weather gear if weather is inclement. HIking poles may also be useful.