The Gums to Island Bend Track
Follow the first 1.9km of the walk to Island Bend Picnic Area and return along the same track.
Part of the Andrew Hill Circuit. Forested earth track. Path may be overgrown or require minor water crossing.
| LENGTH | TIME | TYPE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8kms | 1.5 hours | Return |
Start: The Gums Camp Ground
Finish: Island Bend Picnic Ground
GPS Start: Lat: -37.471016 | Long: 145.3934517
GPS Finish: Lat: -37.482450 | Long: 145.384161
Max Elevation: 120m
Melways: 10 P1
Dogs Allowed: No
Flora: Mountain Ash, Grey Gum, Hazel Pomaderris. Stringybark, grass trees, ferns, Acacias, Bush peas, Cassinias, Heath,Tussock grass and orchids
Fauna: Superb Lyrebirds, Echidnas, Crimson Rosella, Kookaburra, Parrots, Bell Miners, Honeyeaters,Wren
Facilities: Tent & caravan camping at The Gums Camp Ground (booking required), repit, car park, no water tap so bring own water, picnic tables, BBQ, toilets (+accessible), at Island Bend Picnic Ground.
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