Bald Hill Climb

Bald Hill trig, and scenic view (weather dependent)

Park on side of the secluded rural road. No public transport option. Best take a phone and let others know of your plans.

18 km

16 minutes

Unknown

No

Hard.

Once in the bush, watch for orange triangles regularly. Be prepared to back track for 10-20m if you can't see any ahead of you, as the track winds about a little to avoid long-fallen logs and boggy patches.

Patchy.

Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.

Water available at start and end only; from Merry Creek, accessed a short distance down a 4WD track that departs Merrivale Road on the left-hand side, just beyond the final farm paddock.

Parts of this run are likely to be very, very muddy for much of the year. Definitely best in summer, but may still be muddy if there has been recent rain. Also may be exposed at/on the top as the tree line is 800m from the summit.

Lots of fallen branches and trees to navigate (consider wearing calf socks or trail-gators), and a few good bogs (make sure your shoes are tied on well & rinse them off in Merry Creek on your way out!)