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Historic Walks
Grade 2
3 km
1.5 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.
Commencing at Sheepyard Flat in the Howqua Hills Historic Area, this walk meanders along the banks of the Howqua River to Fry's Flat, where the authentic heritage Fry's Hut is located.
A few gentle rises on a formed track well suited for families.
The track will take you past some relics such as a standing chimney from the gold mining days and information panels along the track give you a glimpse into the past. Year-round access from Sheepyard Flat. Fry's Flat is seasonally closed to vehicles from June - October 31.
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