| It is set in an Historic Silver Mining area, listed on the
register of the National Estate and in a large private sanctuary abounding
with mobs of grey forrester kangaroos, wombats, wallabies, walleroos and
mountain birds in natural bushland. It is the hub of a scenic walking area
adjacent to the wilderness. Policies are similar to National Parks
so leave your pets and firearms at home.
Remember Yerranderie is in an isolated area. There is no petrol or food for sale. Don't forget warm clothes. Even in summer when the days are hot the nights can become cool. Please ensure you phone before setting out, especially if requiring accommodation, camping, road, weather or fire restriction information. All rubbish is to be taken out on your return journey. It is important to check the condition of your spare as the road is very hard on tyres!
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Guests, please check weather and road conditions with Yerranderie 0246596165
CMA "Tourist Map of the Blue Mountains" This map is readily available at newsagents and Service Stations.
"Discover
Australia by 4 W/D". by Ron & Viv Moon. Published by Hema Maps P/L..
Four Wheel Drive's may be necessary. There are 76 kilometres of gravel road from Shooters Hill to Yerranderie. Light cars, trailers, caravans and large tourist coaches are not advisable. The road is very hard on tyres, please ensure that your spare is in good condition. The best way to protect tyres is to keep your speed low!
Remember to enjoy your journey. Stop for a meal or take photograph's. Explore the ruins of the old Ruby Creek mine. This will add time to your journey, but makes it a more restful and enjoyable experience.
Great Western Highway or Bell's Line of Road then via Oberon - Colong Stock Route
300 kilometres taking approximately 5 hours
Jenolan Caves - Kowmung Fire Trail - Dingo Dell
320 kilometres taking approximately 6 hours
Mittagong - Wombeyan Caves, Range Fire trail or Limeburners Flat (Please note: Limeburners Fire Trail is presently closed due to a NP&WL re-vegitation programme).
280 kilometres taking approximately 5 hours
| 4WD Only Conducted Convoy from the Oaks via Burragorang Valley - 10 times a year Fees apply | ||
| Restricted to 20 vehicles only | Bookings | (02) 46770859 |
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Recommended 9 day Hiking Schedule Notify the caretaker at Yerranderie of your estimated time of arrival on (02) 46596165
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| Distance |
Hours |
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| Day 1 | Katoomba to Medlow Gap | 18.7 km |
7 |
| Day 2 | Medlow Gap to New Yards | 18.2 km | 8 |
| Day 3 | New Yards to Ferny Flat | 18.5 km | 7 |
| Day 4 | Ferny Flat to Yerranderie | 19.5 km | 7 |
| Day 5 Yerranderie Rest Day and Site Seeing | |||
| Day 6 | Yerranderrie to Colleys Flat | 28 km | 9 |
| Day 7 | Colleys Flat to McArthurs Flat | 16 km | 7 |
| Day 8 | McArthurs Flat to Stockyard Creek | 14 km | 7 |
| Day 9 | Stockyard Creek to Mittagong | 14 km | 7 |
Contact: Robert Sloss at NSW Wilderness Transit Service. 02 4683 2344 or www.robertsloss.com.au
They conduct guided walks and produce bush walking guides for this route.
No person should attempt this walk who is not experienced in wilderness backpacking and overnight camping. The walk is strenuous and demands all your stamina. The country is remote and isolated from all forms of communication and for the uninitiated it can be quite fearsome if they are confronted with an injury or sickness. Common sense coupled with safety first and allowing ample time and being well prepared will make this an enjoyable and worthwhile adventure.
Cycling
You may cycle around Private Town, Yerranderie. Maps are essential and similar precautions need to be taken by cyclists as for bush walkers. Restrictions apply to riding bikes on Sydney Catchment Authority Land.
Break your trip. Hike or cycle to Yerranderie and then fly out. The views over the wilderness and Lake Burragorang are extraordinary.
Fly by light aircraft from Camden (20 minutes)
Contact Curtis Aviation, Camden Airfield. 02 4655 6789
Yerranderie is a private landing field. Approved aircraft only by a prior arrangement.
Landing and take-off fee each passenger $16.50
Landing and take- off fee Private Guests $11.00
Pickup, refreshments and return to strip Complimentary