The Fire Trails Great Northern Walks

The Great Northern Firetrails Walks commence from the Herberton Mining Museum. The trails vary from easy to moderate to difficult, and vary from 1.3km to 12km in length. A short description of each walk is given below. However, walkers should be aware that the longer walks do require some bushmanship skills. Although there are markers along the trails, human and animal activity can disturb those markers. Stay on the trails so you do not encounter hazards from old mine shafts and remember, the trails are designed to be loops that return to the carpark, so even if you become a little unsure, you will soon identify where you are and, even if it takes a little longer, you will return to the start. Please Note: Conditions on the trails can vary. Be aware that in the wet season, high rainfall events can cause wash-outs, and during the dry season fire could temporarily close the tracks. Generally though, the trails are useable most of the year.