I'm often impressed by how well
constructed and maintained some of our tracks can be, and
this is one of them. I think the stonework in the final parts
of this trail is just amazing. You'll be walking for a while,
so enjoy the views, enjoy the flora, enjoy the fauna - bring
some water, have some lunch.
WHAT TO BRING This cache is in the Hobart
area; this cache is above 600m. Walking in this area is best done
with a bit of preparation – be prepared for changeable weather:
Snuva advises you bring water, sun hats, sunscreen, wear layered
clothing (with a water-proof outer layer) and snacks. The approach
most people will take is fairly flat for the majority of the walk;
you only start crossing contour lines after branching from the
first track. The cache site offers a lovely area to sit and watch
the falls.
DIRECTIONS These directions are pretty
specific, so if for you half the fun of finding a cache is figuring
out the route, don’t read any further; likewise, the hint will tell
you right where to go, so only decrypt if you really can’t find it
and would be depressed if you left with a DNF. Park at S42 56.540
E147 14.496 and follow the Pipeline Track. The initial incline as
you head toward the track will level off into a very wide well
maintained path. Not long after you join the Pipeline Track, you
will see signage which also includes a map; it should be easy to
see where you are aiming for. Continue along the track, past the
turn-off to
. . .and Snuva is sensational, past
The Dragon’s Lair, and on until the track branches off. This
track goes uphill fairly steadily at first; however Snuva thinks
this track is a pleasure to walk along if only to see the
magnificent trail building along the way – and the views at the end
cap off a lovely outing. When you reach the destination you’ll see
signage for the lookout where you will want to fire up the GPSr and
have a hunt – and a well deserved rest.
You can also take the Wellington Falls Track
to/from Wellington Falls, however Snuva advises against it unless
you are a very keen bush walker. This track goes through some
pretty full-on swampy bits – where all you have to steady yourself
on is cutting grass – and the ‘Potato Fields’, which is quite a
long stretch going over boulders – fine if you aren’t tired,
however gruelling if your ankles, calves, etc are not up to
it.
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