One Way
Wilderness Walks
Grade 4
11 km
9 hours
Grade 1: No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.
Grade 2: No bushwalking experience required. The track is hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km.
Grade 3: Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km.
Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.
Grade 5: Very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.
Starting at Davon's Flat in the Howqua Hills Historic Area this walk climbs steadily up towards Eagles Peak.
It is slow, steep, rocky and scrubby in parts, best suited for experienced walkers. Walkers need to be prepared as there is no water access along the track and some sections tricky to navigate. Be rewarded with great views at the top of the Victorian High Country.
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