A relaxing hike which winds along the coast with beaches to visit along the way which leads to Point Hicks Lightstation. Look out to a view of the Point Hicks Marine National Park and enjoy the sea breeze! Experience pristine natural beauty and immerse yourself in history as you walk to the Lightstation. The walk commences at the Lightstation Reserve gate. Once at the Lightstation Car Park, a track to the left of the grassy area leads down to the monument and then up to the light tower. Access inside the Lightstation's stone walls is limited to visitors
staying in the keepers' accommodation.
- Mobile phones do not work in this area.
- Marginal reception available at Point Hicks Lighthouse or at Cann River.
- Lighthouse tours are available. Might be nice to take some lunch to have there.
Contributed by Eisak Tabensky
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Total distance: 4047 m
Max elevation: 56 m
Min elevation: 10 m
Total climbing: 134 m
Total descent: -134 m
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Getting there
Closest towns to this walk: Bemm River, Cann River, Eden, Genoa, Mallacoota, Marlo, Orbost, Tamboon
Getting to the trailhead in Croajingolong National Park.
Start on the M1 and drive to Newborough. Take the exit towards Moe/Newborough/Yallourn Nth/ onto C103 from the M1. Follow C103 and Cairnbrook Rd and turn onto the Princes Hwy/A1 in Rosedale. Then follow the Princes Hwy until Cann River, where you turn onto Tamboon Road. Then, turn onto Point Hicks Road and follow it to the Point Hicks Carpark; which is located after all of the campsites.
About the region
The Croajingolong National Park is a coastal national park in the East Gippsland region of the Australian state of Victoria. The 88,355-hectare national park is situated approximately 450 kilometres east of Melbourne and 500 kilometres south of Sydney.
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Track grade
Grade 2 (Easy) -Â
A Gentle Introduction to Inclines: Grade 2 on the
AWTGS represents easy walking tracks that offer a slightly more challenging experience compared to Grade 1. Similar to Grade 1, no prior bushwalking experience is required. The track surface is typically hardened or compacted and may have gentle hill sections or occasional steps. The total distance of a Grade 2 walk is typically no greater than 10 kilometers. These walks are still suitable for families with a bit more experience or those seeking a gentle introduction to some inclines.
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