Fernhill & Burnside EscarpmentsBeginner
Submitted by Cameron Walker
Beginner
1:00 (Slow)
0:50 (Moderate)
0:35 (Fast)
-5.0%
+5.8%
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This route is part of the Further Faster Beginners Collection and the Further Faster Beginners' Challenge
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Description
Run along river trail to Bush Rd, cross bush Rd and continue on true RH of river through to Tawa Dr.
Zip through Clenmows orchard via Rosedale Rd and Kristen lane. CAREFULLY Cross the natural rock dam 20m down stream of the pipe bridge.
Cross back over Bush Rd (westwards). Dive back into the bush (true LH side) back to Albany Highway.
Note: End of track towards Tawa Dr is just cut and not really developed. Ropes have been installed. Gnarly.
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Features of interest
Running river side. Massive totaras.
Make Up of Run
Untracked / Route only: 5%
Technical Single Track: 35%
Moderate Single Track: 30%
Easy Single Track: 25%
Sealed Road: 5%
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Access
On Albany Highway, just before the pedestrian bridge (which is beside and below the vehicle bridge), true RH side of the river.
Best to park at the cemetery (200m towards Albany Village). The walk to the start is a great warm up.
19 km
23 minutes
Yes
No
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Staying Safe
Easy.
When heading eastwards just stay beside the river. Most track junctions have been marked with maps and trail signs (by volunteers).
Generally good.
Cellphone, Map.
No water available.
Proceed with caution after heavy rainfall events.
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