Redland BushwalkersA group of friendly, like minded people who enjoy a variety of activities in the great outdoors.
Redland Bushwalkers
A shorter walk option for the Tuesday of the O’Reillys mid-week base camp. This is an 11km circuit walk and should take us about 4 hours.
Those who are camping will have time to complete the walk and set up camp in the afternoon, allowing day-walkers to return home at that time.
We’ll meet at the O’Reillys carpark and walk up past the shop/cafe to start by walking out on the Border Track. The Box Forest track branches off nearly 2km in, and descends gradually through stands of Brush Box and piccabeen palms down to the rainforest along Canungra Creek. We’ll follow the circuit clockwise, passing several beautiful waterfalls. Note that especially after rain, this track can be very muddy, and one or two creek crossings may be required. Be prepared to get wet feet if necessary, and pack your repellent in case of leeches. We will probably stop for morning tea at Elabana Falls or Picnic Rock, and some may like to have lunch or refreshments in the O’Reillys cafe after the walk.
Bring water, morning tea, hiking boots, poles probably useful, and the usual daywalk gear.
Because this is a shorter walk with less time-pressure, we will be moving at a relaxed pace and having a few stops along the way for views, photos etc.