Pine plantings by the Forestry Commission continued after the war with the intention of supplying Australia’s requirements for imported softwood timber and wood fibre. Timber Industries were allocated the first license to log the pine in the mid-fifties, milling them into fruit cases. Plantings are being restricted to the ridges so that the valleys and flats can continue to be used for rural purposes.
Before you rush out onto stage 2 of The Road Less Travelled, PLEASE note the following:
- All roads have been picked to be 2WD suitable, IN THE RIGHT CONDITIONS.
- Roads/Forests can be closed due to a variety of reasons. If the road/forest is closed, do not drive on/enter it.
This is NOT a power trail; this is a touring trail designed to be done at a more relaxed pace over a few days. No need to rush, there are plenty of accommodation options along the way for all budgets from free camping and caravan parks to B&B, hotel or motel in some towns or nearby.