Cathedral Range: Cathedral & Jawbones Hike (13km)

The Cathedral Range is a must-visit destination for hikers. This challenging hike traverses the northern and central sections of the range, offering stunning views along the way.

Start your hike at the Neds Gully Campground car park. Cross the road and follow the marked trail over the bridge. You'll soon reach a junction leading to Neds Gully Track on your right. Initially, the track is gentle but eventually becomes steeper. You'll arrive at Neds Saddle, a vantage point with sweeping views.

Consider an optional side trip to Neds Peak. Allocate about 20-30 minutes to ascend, enjoy the view, and head back. Next, take the Cathedral Track to the left. This section is very steep but short, leading to a saddle along the ridge.

Another optional side trip is Cathedral Peak. Head right and ascend to the summit, savoring the breathtaking views before returning to the saddle.

From the saddle, follow the Ridge Track south. The first 1-1.5 kilometers are challenging, requiring scrambling over rocks. Keep a keen eye out for frequent markers. Enjoy the panoramic views as you progress.

Near the 2-kilometer mark from the saddle, you'll encounter a junction with the North Jawbone Track. Take this to the left and gently descend to the trail ascending to the peak. Ascend the peak, explore the viewpoints, and then descend back down.

At the junction again, head left. At the next junction, veer right towards The Farmyard. Ascend South Jawbone Peak from The Farmyard and admire the spectacular views. Once finished, return to The Farmyard and follow the trail back to the junction you passed when coming from North Jawbone Peak.

Head right and descend into the valley. The trail is steep but easy to follow. After about 1 kilometer, you'll reach the Jawbone Carpark.

Keep an eye out for the entrance to the Saint Bernards Track on your left. It's often obscured by parked vehicles. Take this track for about 1 kilometer to arrive at Cooks Mill.

Near the campsite, veer slightly left to find the Little River Track. Initially, the trail meanders through trees before emerging onto a dirt road for about ¾ kilometers. The path then re-enters the bush, guiding you on a pleasant walk back to the Neds Gully Carpark.