Macedon Ranges Outdoor Adventures

Hike 10 km Lerderderg Heritage River Walk (grade 3)

Sun, Aug 23 · 9:50 AM AEST

Whipstick Loop walk, Lerderderg track, Blackwood, AU

FREE event
This scenic heritage trail in the Wombat State Forest meanders along the Lerderderg River, through wet forest and ferny gullies, blackwoods and eucalypts. It's a pretty walk, mainly on old water races beside the upper reaches of the Lerderderg River. There are some great views of the river and nearby hills. This area was once a bustling gold mining region. You may find traces of old water races that follow the contours of the land. Miners hand dug these trenches to direct water both to and from their mining areas.

This hike includes a total of 300 meters elevation gain, including wet and rocky surfaces. It is advised you should only join this event when you are reasonably fit and have done an 8 km hike in the past month.

Here's the Alltrails route of the hike.
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/lerderderg-heritage-river-walk-cb16b84

Info on grading of walking tracks:
https://www.aussiebushwalking.com/grading

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 90km, 1h30m drive
Please plan to arrive by 9.50 for a 10.00 am departure.

Weather forecast:
https://www.weatherzone.com.au/vic/central/trentham

CARPOOLING
Unless otherwise agreed it is assumed that a fee of 10 cents per kilometer (plus share in toll fees, if applicable) is paid by each passenger to cover for fuel and other running costs. This is about $20 per passenger for a return trip. To be paid directly to the driver in cash.

If you need a ride please post a request in the comments section of the event indicating your suburb.

WHAT TO BRING

• suitable hiking shoes/boots
• 1 litres of water
• packed lunch / snacks
• extra layer of clothing

LIABILITY WAVER
The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.