Gorrell Trailhead (Eastern)

Point of Interest

Contact

Mena Creek Road, Queensland.

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Description

Start of three walks- Gorrell, McNamee Creek and Cardwell Range. Travel 20km south to Mena Creek, then take Mena Creek Road (partially sealed) 10km to the Gorrell trailhead (eastern). The Gorrell (storm bird) track takes you through the Downey Creek catchment. The Downey Creek area has been used by the Australian army to test the durability of military equipment in tropical conditions. King ferns, bunya pines, epiphytes and giant strangler figs are features of the forest in this area. Distance: 25.7km one way Time: Walkers: 2.5 days one way (approx 8hrs per day) Mountain bikers: 510hrs one way

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Location

Lat: -17.662582 Lng: 145.874692