Trail Fast Facts

Somerset Trail is a 13km, grade 3 hike in D'Aguilar National Park, Queensland. This hike typically takes 4 hours to complete.

Length: 13km

Duration: 4 hrs

Grade 3 (Moderate)

Style: Circuit

Start: The Gantry Day Use Area

End: The Gantry Day Use Area

Location: D'Aguilar National Park

State: Queensland

Nearby town: Mount Mee

From state capital: 70km

Latitude: -27.093901

Longitude: 152.703043

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Hike Overview

The Somerset Trail hike is on the Mount Mee Plateau and part of the D'Aguilar Range, and passes through rainforest, dry sclerophyll forest, and hoop pine plantation out to Somerset Lookout which looks down over Somerset Dam and the Brisbane Valley. During winter to spring there is a variety of wildflowers. Starting from across the road from the Gantry which is also the start of the Piccabeen Walk.

Track Grade

Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

Tips

Track can slippery in the wet. The signs direct hikers to go in one direction, the easier way around. 11 road crossings and watch out for 4WDs. Carry plenty of water as none available on track.

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Somerset Trail Walk (13km)

Total distance: 13122 m
Max elevation: 676 m
Min elevation: 486 m
Total climbing: 474 m
Total descent: -470 m

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Getting there

Somerset Trail Walk (13km)

From the Brisbane CBD follow route 22 out along Kelvin Grove Road, Enoggera Road, and Samford Road to Dayboro. From Dayboro follow route 58 along Mount Mee Road to Sellin Road where the sign to the national park indicates to turn left. Follow Sellin Road to The Gantry Day Use Area.

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About the region

Discover remote gorges, sheltered pockets of subtropical rainforest, expanses of eucalypt woodland and spectacular views to Moreton Bay, all within an hour and a half's drive of Brisbane.

D'Aguilar National Park (formerly Brisbane Forest Park) totals approximately 36,000 ha, protecting the core of the D'Aguilar Range's vast bushland area.

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Explore Safe

While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.

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Gear to consider

What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.

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Reviews

Somerset Trail Walk (13km)

3 Reviews on “Somerset Trail Walk (13km)”

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Suzanne Mabel Cannon

Ok sounds good Larn ?

24/03/2022, 05:24

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Alana McEwan Brown

Okay how does Sunday the 14th of May sound?

24/03/2022, 05:24

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Alana McEwan Brown

Sounds Good. I am next home in the middle of May. I think Mum Mabe and Denise would be keen too. Leanne Braden Suzanne Mabel Cannon Denise Wain

24/03/2022, 05:24

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Leanne Braden

yep Larn that’s the one

24/03/2022, 05:24

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