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Jambal (Snake) Walk (Wet Tropics Great!Walk)
Cardwell,
Cassowary Coast Area
Free Entry - Entry Information
Phone:
07 4066 8601Email:
hinchinbrook.camp@epa.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.epa.qld.gov.au/parks_and_forests/great_walks/wet_ tropics/
Description
The Jambal Walk begins at Blencoe Falls, a spectacular three-tiered waterfall, which cascades 300 metres down into the Herbert River Gorge below. Situated in the drier savanna woodlands, hoop pines grow on the rocky outcrops around the falls.
As you walk, look for emus and kangaroos resting from the heat and listen for laughing kookaburras or screeching sulphur-crested cockatoos. This country is rugged and one of extremes. With the arrival of the wet season, the countryside is inundated with water and the plants spring back to life.
The track then winds its way to the top of the escarpment above Blanket Creek before dropping steeply onto the banks of the Herbert River, which is lined with shady she-oak trees. After enjoying a night camping under the stars at the Blanket Creek bush camp, the walk returns the same way.
Property Details
Facilities
- Public toilet
Activities
- Walking
Other Information
How To Get There:Blencoe Falls- Access from both the coast and inland should only be attempted in dry conditions, and 4WD vehicles are recommended. From Kennedy - turn west off the Bruce Highway, 11 kilometres north of Cardwell at Kennedy. Drive a further 7 kilometres along the Kennedy Creek Road and turn right into Kirrama Range Road. Follow the signs through the scenic Kirrama Range. Most of the road is unsealed, steep and windy. Allow at least 2 hours to travel the 66 kilometres. From Mt Garnet - Blencoe Falls is 96 kilometres south-east of Mt Garnet. The 2 hour drive passes through several cattle stations along the Kennedy Development Road, Kirrama-Mt Garnet Road and Kirrama-Cashmere Road.
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Blencoe Falls section, Girringun National Park
Cardwell
Queensland 4849 Australia
Cardwell
Queensland 4849 Australia
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07 4066 8601Email:
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