North Jawbone Peak Walk (Cathedral Range State Park)

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North Jawbone Peak Walk (Cathedral Range State Park)

Follow this short but strenuous walk through open woodland for some of the best rock climbing opportunities on the Cathedral Range. Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and lyrebirds, and don't forget to stop and take in the fantastic views of the Little River Valley and farmland below.

The track branches from the Jawbone Creek Track just below The Farmyard and leads to North Jawbone Peak. The Grade 3 track is 700m long and around 20 minutes one-way. It has some short steep sections and a few obstacles – some bushwalking experience is recommended.

Return down the range via the Jawbone Track or make it an overnight trip, camping at The Farmyard before embarking on the Cathedral Range Northern or Southern Circuit Walks.

Visitor Tips: Check the weather conditions before setting out, and allow plenty of daylight to complete your walk. The weather on the range can change quickly and there is no shelter, so ensure you are well-equipped, and wear appropriate clothing including sturdy hiking footwear. Carry sufficient water to stay hydrated (there are no natural water sources on the trail). Phone signals are unreliable – hikers should consider carrying a radio or personal locator beacon, and don’t forget to communicate your intentions to friends or relatives before setting out. Download the Visitor Guide for more advice on safe and enjoyable walking in Cathedral Range State Park.

Restrictions: Please note this trail is for walkers only (no bicycles, pets or horses).

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North Jawbone Peak Walk (Cathedral Range State Park)

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North Jawbone Peak Walk (Cathedral Range State Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No bicycles
  • No firearms allowed
  • No camping
  • No dogs allowed
  • No horses
  • No fires permitted

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Uneven ground
    • Steep track
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Cerberus Road, to Sugarloaf Saddle Carpark and Jawbone Carpark

Cerberus Road, to Sugarloaf Saddle Carpark and Jawbone Carpark,  is currently in very poor condition.
It is not recommended for two-wheel-drive, or low-clearance all-wheel-drive, vehicles.

Tweed Spur Road, to Messmate Walking Track and Blue Range Road

Tweed Spur Road, to Messmate Walking Track and Blue Range Road, is closed to vehicles due to storm impacts.
It will remain closed to vehicles until road repairs are made.
Walkers are permitted, and are advised to use caution due to changed road conditions. 

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