Glentui walking tracks
Alert/Important notice
Be aware of slips and windfalls in the beech forests.
Due to the recent extreme heavy rainfall softening the ground, followed by strong nor' west winds, there are numerous trees over the tracks in the foothills beech forests. These are not expected to be fully cleared until after Christmas.
Track category
Walking track
Description
Glentui Loop Track nature trail
Time: 1 hr return
From the Glentui picnic area this track descends to the Glentui River then climbs a ridge on the other side. It links first with the Bypass Track, then the Richardson Track before returning to the picnic area.
This track is suitable for reasonably fit people of all ages
Glentui Waterfall Track
Time: 30 min return
Signposted from the Glentui picnic area, this easy walk leads to a lookout providing an impressive view of a beautiful waterfall on the Glentui River.
Suitable for family groups.
Getting there
About 5 km east of the Ashley Gorge Bridge turn left onto Glentui Bush Road. This winding gravel road emerges at the Glentui picnic area after about 2.5 km.
Plan and prepare
Note: Ashley Waterfall track is permanently closed.
Fire
Always take care when lighting fires and use the permanent fireplaces provided. Do not cut live trees for firewood. Use dead wood or the firewood provided.
A fire permit is required for all campfires where permanent fireplaces are not used. During periods of extreme fire risk the lighting of fires and barbecues is prohibited, and some areas or tracks may be closed.
Wasps
Beware of wasps here in summer. Wasp populations reach high numbers from January to March each year.
It is recommended that forest users carry wasp first aid kits as a precaution. These are generally available from chemists.
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