Canoe Creek and Pass #18 Wollemi NP

Come along as we explore some remote country in the Wollemi NP on the eastern side of the Colo River.

Expect the first day to be a decent track with a steep descent and a river crossing (typically waist deep) to the stunning Canoe Ck, while the second day we ascend the lesser trafficked pass #18 with excellent views over the Canoe Ck junction. We will probably encounter heavy chest high scrub up on a bush bash back to the cars.

The total hike should be approximately 12-15km over the two days with around 400m elevation change, but expect slow walking with the thick scrub post fires.

What To Bring:

Tent – Sharing required (Or Tarp/Groundsheet)

Sleeping Bag with appropriate temp rating

Sleeping Mat

Headtorch

Sunscreen

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Toilet paper – Not a whole roll, only what you’ll need
First Aid Kit – Emergency blanket and other basic medical supplies

Fuel and stove – Sharing required

Pot – To cook and eat out of

Spork

Lighter/Matches

Water Filtration – Hollowfibre filters, Purification tabs etc – Consider sharing

Water Bottles – Lightweight – 2-3 Litres

Phone

Charger and Cable (Or turn phone off/airplane to save battery)

Rain Jacket

Underwear Socks

Beanie

Thermals

Jumper

Hiking/Running shoes

Backpack – 40-60 Litre with waist belt

Drybags/Pack Liners or Rubbish Bags

Food – 2 days worth

You should aim for a final pack weight of less than 15kg, including food and water.

Clothes to wear on the day:

Lightweight, quick drying long pants (You’ll need them with the scrub)

Short/Long sleeve shirt

Hat

Hiking/Running shoes

In the comments let me know what multi-day hikes you’ve done, whether you have a car (4WD or 2WD), and why you want to come to the Wollemi.