| Planning
Your Walk
" When to Go
"
How to Get Here " Where
to Stay "
Camping " What to Take
" Other
Walks to Try
When
to Go
The climate is tropical with a wet summer season from November
to March and a dry winter season from April to October. Some
areas of the Misty Mountains are inaccessible during the wet
season and it is highly advisable to check ahead before making
any definite plans. For current weather information, visit
the Bureau of Meteorology’s website.
When you arrive in Tropical North Queensland, check track
conditions with Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service by
calling (07) 4046 6601.
How
to Get Here
The city of Cairns is the gateway to the Misty Mountains,
accessible by international and domestic airports. The Cairns
and Great Barrier Reef region is internationally recognised
for world-class attractions, superb natural features and friendly
hospitality. For more information about things to do and see
in Tropical North Queensland visit the website: www.TropicalAustralia.com.au
Travelling from Cairns to the
Misty Mountains
| Cairns
to: |
Self
Drive |
Public
Transport |
| Mission
Beach |
Follow the Bruce Highway south from
Cairns. Watch for signs indicating the turn off (approximately
2 hours drive time). |
McCaffertys
Greyhound Coaches provide regular services between
Cairns and Mission Beach. |
| Tully |
Follow the Bruce Highway south from
Cairns. Look for the 'Big Gum Boot' as you enter Tully
(2.5 hours). |
McCaffertys
Greyhound Coaches provide regular services between
Cairns and Tully. |
| Millaa Millaa |
Follow the Bruce Highway south from
Cairns. Access the Tablelands via the Palmerston Highway
just north of Innisfail (2 hours). |
White Car Coaches
Coaches provide regular services between Cairns and Atherton.
|
| Ravenshoe |
Follow the Bruce Highway south from
Cairns. Access the Tablelands via the Palmerston Highway
just north of Innisfail (2.5 hours). |
Kerry's Bus Service
Coaches provide regular services between Atherton and Ravenshoe. |
Where
to Stay
Cassowary Coast and Southern Tablelands regions offer
a range of comfortable and friendly accommodation to compliment
your walking tours. Accommodation styles vary from local backpackers,
and budget motels, to comfortable and friendly B&Bs, rural
and rainforest retreats, self-contained apartments and luxurious
hotels and beach resorts. Visit the links below to find accommodation
in the local area:
Camping
in Misty Mountains
Permits are required for camping and vehicle access on
some roads. Designated campsites are located throughout the
Misty Mountains. Camping fees apply. Online campsite bookings
should be made in advance from www.smartservice.qld.gov.au/AQ
or within Australia call 13 13 04. Don't forget to carry a
fuel stove and take adequate precautions to the water.
Commercial tour operators require commercial
activity permits from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
(QPWS). Strict conditions and fees apply for commercial operators,
to film or take commercial photos in national parks, forest
reserves and State forests. Group activity permits are also
available. All permits and fee details can be obtained from
contacting the QPWS central office on: telephone: (07) 3227
7111 website: www.epa.qld.gov.au
| What
to Take on the Walk |
" |
Take adequate food and
water for the entire journey. |
" |
Wear long walking pants
to protect your skin against 'Stinging Trees'. |
" |
It is recommended to go
with an experienced walker and carry maps and a compass. |
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Bring clothing for extremely
cold and wet weather. |
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Wear white or pale clothing
to reflect sunlight & avoid insect bites. Cotton and gauze
are suggested for tropical climates. |
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Wear sunglasses, sunscreen
and a wide brimmed hat. |
" |
If you are planning an
extended walking expedition, consider purchasing or hiring
an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB). |
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