Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Fern Loop
Submitted by Janelle Foster
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 35
5.8km
130m
130m
264m
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Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Submitted by Janelle Foster
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 35
5.8km
130m
130m
264m
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Front country - easily accessible
Loop
Undulating, small hills only
Native bush
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +7.1%
Average Downhill Gradient: -7.2%
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0:50
Slow
0:35
Moderate
0:25
Fast
Easy to follow track that starts with a steady climb. Excellent views of the valley and surrounding wildlife. Well worth the small trip out of town!
Waterfalls, creak crossing and a few boggy areas
Ample safe carpacking on main road.
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Moderate.
Generally good.
Windproof jacket, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.
River and creek access available.
Muddy terrain after rain
Some stairs on the upward climbs
Fastest Known Times (FKTs)
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Nice loop but very muddy and slow after rain. Allow extra time to read the signs about the ferns.
November 13, 2021
This is a fantastic track. I wish I lived nearby as this would be a regular run. The trail is mainly smooth, flat and fast running through the beautiful bush. There is a steep bit just after the loop splits which has several proper stairs and root stairs to get up. Then it is back to mainly flat trail with only a couple of short climbs, all runnable. There is a short section with some bogs but none are too deep and easily traversed. The descent is easy and fast. The tracks are well maintained and there are heaps of information boards about the ferns. One of the best short runs I have done.
August 1, 2020
Well worth the 30 min drive from Palmy. We walked with the family around the loop and it was most enjoyable. Would love to come back and run it too. You could complete a few loops for more distance and vert.
January 20, 2020
Great loop. Nice flowing single track. Good to get in there before it gets too boggy.
April 22, 2019
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