Scenic Rim Trail

Duration: 4 days

Total Distance: 33 km

Av. KM per Day: 8km to 11km

Graded As: Moderate
 

Overview:

This truly unique adventure starts in the foothills of South East Queensland’s Main Range National Park, an area famous for its stunning collection of mountains, ridges, escarpments, forests and ancient volcanic plateaus.

From here, experienced guides will lead you through a region that contains more than 30,000 hectares of parkland, numerous state forests and national parks.  The Scenic Rim region is a real treasure trove of unique plants, animals and distinctive vegetation types. The mountains preserve living links to Australia’s ancient past, while one of Australia’s two species of lyrebird inhabits the region’s rainforest and wet eucalypt forests. The stories, rituals and traditions of the indigenous inhabitants are woven around the natural environment and highlight their connection to a living landscape.

Combined with large portions of private land, including Spicers Peak Station, a 2,800 hectare nature reserve, you’ll enjoy a rare opportunity to explore land previously only touched by early pioneers. Throughout your journey you’ll also hear tell of stories, rituals and traditions of the region’s indigenous inhabitants – people forever woven into the natural environment of this land.

On the final night as a guest of Spicers Retreats, you can expect luxurious accommodation, gourmet food and wine, and attentive service at Spicer’s Peak Lodge.
 

Walk Itinerary:

Day One - Mt Mitchell To Spicers Canopy

Starting with a 5km walk on a graded walking track to the twin peaks of Mount Mitchell, this walk concludes with a descent into Spicers Peak Station and a walk along Millar Vale creek, arriving at Spicers Canopy late afternoon in time for a gourmet dinner and award winning local wines. Amazing birdlife and 360 degree views of the Scenic Rim are highlights on this day.

Day Two - Miller Vale Creek Walk

Today you will enjoy a relaxed half day walk discovering the beautiful and historical Millar Vale and Oaky Creeks, believed to have been the original route for Indigenous traders passing across the Great Dividing Range from inland Australia to the coast. For lunch, you will make your way back to Spicers Canopy for homemade wood-fired pizzas before a well deserved afternoon of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Day Three - Spicers Canopy To Spicers Peak Lodge

The most challenging day of the experience so far (15km),  but definitely the most rewarding. You will hike through various types of terrain including, the dense rainforest of Spicers Peak complete with giant ferns, grass trees and 1,000-year-old hoop pines.  As you make you way out to the ridge line before the final ascent up Cedar Mountain, you encounter breathtaking awe-inspiring views of the Scenic Rim. Arriving at Spicers Peak Lodge in the afternoon, you will be warmly welcomed by the friendly staff with refreshing beverages and afternoon tea before you indulge in the 5-course degustation dinner with paired wines later that night.

Day Four - Northern Lookout

Take an early morning hike with your guide at 7am to the Northern Lookout, who will provide an in-depth look at the history and creation around Spicers Peak Lodge as well as further interpretation of the plant and animal life along the way. Upon your arrival at the Northern Lookout, you will view Spicers Canopy through the mountains, tracing your journey over the last few days.  Enjoy a tea or coffee here at the lookout before walking back up to the Lodge for a tasty breakfast. Transfers will be provided back to Brisbane or your vehicles around 11am.

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