FAST AND CHALLENGING SERIES: Kalamunda to Neville

FAST HIKE

Length: 13km
Elevation Gain: 680m
Average hiking speed: 6kph
Moving time: 3 hours
Difficulty: Hard

A fast paced, circular route hike through very steep and challenging terrain.

The hike follows the Bibbulmun Track from the Northern Terminus in Kalamunda for a few kilometres before deviating out through a circular route through the Beeliar and Kalamunda National Parks before crossing the Piesse Brook and eventually rejoining the Bibbulmun Track to return uphill to Kalamunda.

This trail has a bit of everything. Impressive views, stunning scenery, long, very steep ascents and descents 100's of metres in length. Even a creek crossing. If you can handle the demands of the trail it is a lot of fun.

Intended for fit, experienced hikers looking for a serious challenge in a beautiful natural environment.

MEETIING POINT:
Bibbulmun Track Northern Terminus (See map for meeting point)

DURATION
About 4 hours.

WHAT TO BRING
Water
Good walking shoes
Hat & Sunscreen
A little morning tea
Money if you choose to buy from cafe at the end of the hike

TOILETS
Near the meeting point.

CAFE AFTER THE HIKE
Old Mates or Kalamunda Hotel

PLEASE NOTE BEFORE
We intend to be moving at an overall average speed of about 4-5kph. That means an average speed though the few short gently undulating sections of about 6kph. The steep sections will drop our speed to about 2-3kph.

This track is characterised by very long, steep, slippery, rocky ascents and descents which at this time of year are also very muddy. The ascents and descents are 100's of metres long.

Apart from brief stops along the track to catch our breath, have a drink of water, etc, there will be no regrouping.

If you are not fit, healthy and experienced hiking over rough, rocky terrain, please consider one of the many other hikes offered by Walking Mates Australia.

If, on the other hand, you are a fit, experienced hiker looking for a hike that will challenge you, we look forward to meeting you.

IMPORTANT

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