Mt Barney 2 day Adventure
Mt Barney 2 day Adventure
Spend a weekend with Barney!
Join us for this action packed, unforgetable weekend away aswe climb Mt barney via the challenging South East Ridge.
This route is more technical than the "normal" route and offers steep terrain, fun rock scrambling, breathtaking drop offs and dizzying heights!
After summiting, we'll make our way down to the "Rum Jungle" for the night - a pristine campsite in the rainforest.
Next day, practice some abseilingbeforeour descent down the South Ridge.
Mt Barney is located 120km south-west of Brisbane via the Mt Lindesay Highway. Along with Mt Maroon, Mt May, Mt Lindesay, Mt Ernest, Mt Ballow and Mt Clunie it makes up Mount Barney National Park. These rugged peaks are the remains of the ancient Focal Peak Shield Volcano which erupted 24 million years ago.
The unmarked trails to the summit of Mt Barney are very steep and require bushwalking experience, navigational skills and excellent preparation. Our guides will get you there safely, working at your pace providing plenty of encouragement!
Your guides will allow plenty of time to complete your walk in daylight. However due to to slow progress or changes in weather, a decision may be made by your guide to abandon the summit attempt for safety reasons.
Duration: 7-8 hours climbing on day 1, 5-6 hours on day 2.
Walk Highlights:
Amazing views from the second highest mountain in SE Qld!
Cascading creeks
Rock scrambling and climbing
Abseiling
Camping under the stars
What you will need:
Backpack - 40 to 50 litres Sleeping mat Sleeping bag Snack food for 2 days Lunch food for 2 days (breakfast and dinner provided) Cup Spoon A warm fleece to wear in camp at night Warm hat (even in summer!)
We will provide:
Tents Ropes Harnesses Helmets Dinner and Breakfast Cooking stoves and fuel
Climate and weather:
Mount Barney experiences rapid changes in temperature and weather. Winters are usually dry and cold with frosty nights, temperatures dropping to an average minimum of –4 degrees Celsius.
Summers are warm to very hot, especially on the exposed ridges, reaching 25 to 40 degrees Celsius, with cooler nights which average 15 to 18 degrees Celsius.
Late spring and summer thunderstorms, which bring lightning and unseasonably cold weather can often cause rescheduling of bookings around these times. Most rain falls between November and March.
We can organise this amazing adventure any time of the year, early starts are mandatory! We will tailor the trip to suit you or your group so please feel free to contact us for further information. We generally meet at the base of Mount Barney but transport form Brisbane or the Gold Coast can be arranged.
COST:
This is a perfect trip for Corporate Challenges and group discounts are available so please contact us for a quote!
Pinnacle Sports
0733683335
- Website: www.pinnaclesports.com.au
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- Address: Shop 3/160 Musgrave Rd, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000
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