Koolmoon Creek Track (Misty Mountains Trail)
Tully, Cassowary Coast Area

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Description

This walk is part of the Misty Mountain wilderness walking track network which provides access to World Heritage listed rainforests, creeks and waterfalls in an area bounded by the towns of Innisfail, Tully, Ravenshoe, Millaa Millaa and Mena Creek.

The Koolmoon Creek track leads through Tully Falls and Tully Gorge national parks from near Ravenshoe to Cochable Creek camping area, north-west of Tully. A series of linking loop trails, all connecting to Tully Falls Road, provides opportunities for walkers to complete a number of different day walks within about 18km of Ravenshoe. These walks feature creek crossings, waterholes and panoramic views from Rhyolite Pinnacle.

A longer section of the track follows the Jirrbal Aboriginal people's traditional pathway, the Djilgarrin track. This 15.4 kilometre walk is steep and involves wide creek crossings. It is suitable only for experienced and prepared bushwalkers. A side track, which can be walked as a day trip from Cochable Creek camping area, leads to a lookout with a view of Elizabeth Grant Falls.

About the Walk

35.5 kilometres
3 days
Multi-Day Walk
Hard
One way
From Tully, follow the Tully Gorge (Cardstone) Road. Turn north along the H Road and Cochable Creek Road to Cochable Causeway.
Ravenshoe

Walk Highlights

• Stream crossings
• Panoramic scenic vistas
• Waterholes
• Diverse vegetation

Walk Hints

The Koolmoon Creek Track follows the orange track markers.

Campsites and toilets are available at Cochable Creek. Walters Waterhole and Koolmoon Creek Headwaters are bush camps. You will need to obtain a permit if you wish to camp overnight.

Tully Falls Road is not accessible from Cardstone Road, walkers will need to travel to Ravenshoe.

Please note: some parts of the Misty Mountains Trails may be closed during the wet season due to flooding rivers and closed access roads.

Best Time To Go

The climate is tropical with a dry winter season from April to October, which is the best time to walk this trail.

Property Details

Facilities

• Car park
• Public toilet
• Shaded Area
• Walking Tracks

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Swimming
• Walking

Other Information

Further Details:
The climate is tropical with a dry winter season from May to October, which is the best time to walk this trail - although, in this mountainous area, rain can fall at any time and walkers should be prepared for misty conditions. Highlights of the Koolmoon Creek Track includes: stream crossings, panoramic scenic vistas, waterholes and diverse vegetation. The track is 35.5 kilometres long, with a hard degree of difficulty which will take approximately three days to complete.

The Koolmoon Creek Track follows the orange track markers. There are bush camping areas at Cochable Creek, Walters Waterhole and Koolmoon Creek headwaters. Only the Cochable Creek camping area has toilets and picnic tables. Camping permits are required and fees apply. Walkers following the loop tracks connecting to Tully Falls Road are advised to arrange vehicle pick up from the end of their walk because Tully Falls Road is narrow and winding and dangerous for pedestrians.

How To Get There:
Koolmoon Creek Track is accessible from Ravenshoe and Tully. From Ravenshoe, take the Tully Falls Road. There are numerous trailheads for Bally Knob, Koolmoon Creek Headwaters, Walters Waterhole and Djilgarrin Track where you can access the various upper sections of the Koolmoon Creek Walk. From Tully, follow the Tully Gorge (Cardstone) Road. Turn north along the H Road and Cochable Creek Road to Cochable Causeway.

Further Details:
Tracks and camping areas are sometimes closed due to extreme weather events. Walkers should always check before setting out. Walkers may be required to find their way along indistinct tracks in remote locations. All walkers should carry maps and navigation equipment, and know how to use them. Walkers should expect encroaching, fallen and overhanging vegetation. Protective clothing is recommended.

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