A massive twenty-four hours for Mt Keira! Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. From here there are two track options; the service gate takes you through to Mt Pleasant and also joins you onto the Ken Ausburn trail down to the Uni. The trail is well used, so you will pass people that are more than happy to assist with directions also. BUT COMMUNITY FEEDBACK IS NOW THE KEY TO SUCCESS, DONT BE APATHETIC, MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! You’ll find the track-head by following the trail from the car park to the Girl Guide Camp entrance road. These possible uses will also be in line with the Vision and Planning Principals. You made it! The plan outlines a network of 82km of trails on Mount Keira, Mount Kembla and Balgownie, which will be delivered over three stages. Picture: Adam McLean. So here is the lowdown – turn left (North) to go to Mt Pleasant (not Byarong Park – despite the arrows), turn right (South) to continue on the Ring Track back to Byarong Park. A gondola connecting the Wollongong escarpment to the ocean is the centrepiece of a grand plan to transform Mount Keira into an adventure playground. The trail continues with a slight decline, until you start heading down into another beautiful rainforest. Once you start to curve around you will find another sign warning about rockfalls – at this spot, there is a stone staircase on the right. Once you continue right the trail is not as clear, but it is still quite easy and there is an occasional yellow arrow to keep you on track. The Mt Keira area has enormous cultural significance to the local indigenous Wodi Wodi people (part of the Dharawal group), naming the mountain Geera or Djera (wild turkey or mountain) which overtime has changed to the spelling as we know it today. The original closing date of 10 December 2018 was extended by 10 days due to a high level of public interest. You are now venturing into the new part of the ring track – those familiar with the old track will probably recognise where the old path veered off, despite it being overgrown now. Sanctioning: The event will be sanctioned by NSW Cycling for both members and non-members. Mount Keira ( / ˈ k ɪər ə /) is a 464 [2] metre high mountain lying 4 kilometres northwest of the city of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.Its distinctive shape and proximity to Wollongong make it a major local landmark. Some areas are slippery underfoot with uneven ground, tree roots and potential mud so there is a risk of spraining ankles or falling, so take your time, check your footing before you put your weight down. At the bottom of the stairs you continue around with raised walking grates which makes the trail quite clear. Make sure you stop and enjoy the Northern views back to Brokers Nose and iconic beach views. The consultation period ends December 10. Mt Keira Summit Park – Plan of Management-adopted 9 December 2019 3 . Gareth Ward has just announced that the NSW State Government has committed $635K to redevelop and enhance the Mt Keira summit park. “The strategy is being developed to provide approved trails for recreational, employment and tourism opportunities, while protecting the environment and the escarpment’s rich cultural heritage from illegal use and ad-hoc trail development,” he said.  “This strategy makes our trails safer.” Keira MP Ryan Park said he was pleased to see the next phase of Mount Keira come to fruition. This is a detailed guide, featuring all the local tricks of the in’s and out’s of the trail so you can make your way around the wonderful ring trail and maybe even take a few little side trails…. The trail is very clear from here, generally following the mountain around, enjoy the sneaky views up to Robertson Lookout and notice the cheeky birdlife and interesting plant life – maybe some fungi in the cooler months. At each point there is easy access to the Ring Track and signage. Mountain bike riders will be bumping down the Illawarra Escarpment in no time – legally that is. It will then form part of the updated draft Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy, which is due to be finalised next March. This track is ideal for birdwatchers, photographers or people looking to get fit on the stairs and enjoy a 5km loop. There is no public transport, car pooling is suggested. Here is a lovely little creek crossing when there is water about, expect to see or hear Lyrebirds in the area. “The bottom line is this: it’s just an opportunity at this stage, not a reality. You will then start making your way down a lot of stairs, a new addition to the trail. Particularly, be careful of the kids picking up leaves off the ground! Dan Irwin. Take your time here and look up and enjoy the birds and view, from here it is uphill to the other side of the valley. “This is not an argument about whether we want mountain biking on the escarpment because we can’t control that; it’s whether we want to plan, control and optimise it,” he said. Photo: Sam James. The signage is not the greatest, if you go past the Archery and Girl Guide Camp, you went past Byarong Park so you will need to turn around. If you are driving up from Wollongong on Mt Keira Road, it is a small car park on the left, just before the Archery Range – if you go past the Girl Guide Camp you missed it, so turn around! National Parks and Wildlife Service will close illegal trails not identified in the final strategy. “There is still a lot of work to do, but I strongly believe that constructing well managed and suitable mountain bike trails will not only enhance the recreational opportunities for locals and visitors to our area but it will assist in making sure that environmental damage is minimised by keeping bike riders on dedicated tracks across the mountain,” he said. On Mount Keira, a beginner’s loop at the Summit Park, a range of beginner-intermediate grade descending trails from the Summit Park to Geordies Flat and a climbing route on the western flank of the mountain are identified’. A total of 956 submissions were received from a broad range of stakeholders, including NSW Government, non-government organisations and private individuals. Mount Keira Summit Park: It was agreed to support the plan in principle subject to further consultation with the community before the plan is approved to include a closer definition of what can be constructed on the site. You will soon reach the Old Telegraph Camp site, marked with a carved stone. You will find, stairs and chain rails to assist as you traverse across some steeper sections on the Northern side of the mountain. They are ridiculously ‘skinny’ and impractical for passing, so you will struggle to pass anyone and it is very steep off the path – so please take your time passing and be courteous – if you are trail running, you will likely need to stop to get past people or else someone will go flying down the embankment! Plan to visit Mount Keira, Australia. Catbirds call in the rainforest as you trace the old route of an early colonial road. Depending which way you do the loop, the anti-clockwise direction is steeper and the stair section will be a challenge to most. Further information was sought on economic and environmental assessments to confirm the Go here for an in depth history. Circling Mount Keira in an engaging loop, the ring track is a terrific setting for a casual hike or an energetic run. Walk through the bushy pathway until you reach the gates of the Girl Guide Camp, cross the driveway and just near the road you will rejoin the trail. Cross the road, rejoining the trail on the other side. Phone coverage is generally good. The walks in this area are generally moderate. 2 In 1835, Mt Keira Road was constructed by convicts as a consequence to demand for infrastructure in the area. The next stopping point is a set of steel stairs, at this point there is signage, but most people continue past the stairs and end up going off the ring trail and head up to Robertson Lookout. Mt Keira Ring Trail. Not ideal, but that’s what it is…. In the warmer months, be cautious of snake danger on the open sections of the trail. There are Giant Stinging Trees directly on the trail, please ensure you know what they look like and avoid their trunks and leaves. so, guys, i hope you enjoy this video and remember sub for more. Mount Keira demonstration school is a small public school that lies at the base of the mountain. The Illawarra escarpment, or officially the Illawarra Range, is the fold-created cliffs and plateau-eroded outcrop mountain range west of the Illawarra coastal plain south of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia.The range encloses the Illawarra region which stretches from Stanwell Park in the north to Kiama, Gerringong and the Shoalhaven River in the south. The strategy is a game-changing result with enormous benefits for the local visitor economy. ( Log Out /  1.3 Making of the Plan of Management . For over 30,000 years the Dharawal people have inhabited the Wollongong area with the Dharawal story of Mt Keira having a close connection to the Five Islands off our spectacular coastline. Mr Kean told stakeholders that the proposed mountain bike network between Mount Keira and Mount Kembla would likely be finalised by October. There are currently plans for Mount Keira to be further developed for adventure tourism. There is a little bench chair where you can have a little rest and drink if you wish – or at least just enjoy the view! SIDE TRAIL OPTION: continue past the steel stairs and follow the signage to Robertson Lookout, you stay on this side of Mt Keira Road and head up to the lookout. Mount Keira has been described as the Uluru of the Illawarra, due to its deep cultural significance. Soon you will ‘pop out’ and be greeted with signage back on the road outside the driveway to the Scout Camp. The ring track is just a short distanc… Going clockwise is easier, but the stairs going down can be harder for those with bad knees. The full ring track! The stairs on the other side is easily identifiable and you can continue along the easy pathway. “This is not an argument about whether we want mountain biking on the escarpment because we can’t control that; it’s whether we want to plan, control and optimise it,” he said. “The strategy is being developed to provide approved trails for recreational, employment and tourism opportunities, while protecting the environment and the escarpment’s rich cultural heritage from illegal use and ad-hoc trail development,” he said. For generations the Mount Keira Ring Track has been the ‘stomping ground’ for many Scouts, picnickers and bushwalkers… but it’s the history beyond, that makes this beautiful natural place so significant and special in the hearts of many Wollongong locals. The draft strategy was on public exhibition from 30 October 2018 to 21 December 2018 and provided the community with the opportunity to have their say on mountain biking on the Illawarra Escarpment. The District of North Vancouver is making plans to mitigate the sprawling network of unsanctioned mountain bike trails on Mount Seymour, the North Shore News reports.The district believes that the trails are unsafe and harmful to the environment, and that the issues have worsened during the pandemic. Catbirds call in the rainforest as you trace the old route of … “There is still a lot of work to do, but I strongly believe that constructing well managed and suitable mountain bike trails will not only enhance the recreational opportunities for locals and visitors to our area but it will assist in making sure that environmental damage is minimised by keeping bike riders on dedicated tracks across the mountain,” he said. Continue along the path a short distance until you reach the t-intersection with Byarong Park (remember the one you were supposed to remember from the start?! Trails Mountain Bike 171 Trails E-Bike 39 Trails Hike 118 Trails Trail Running 118 Trails Horse 1 Trails Dirtbike 1 Trails ATV/ORV/OHV 1. Destination Wollongong is keen to hear from the Mountain bike community if you support the proposal. Illegal mountain biking occurs on the Illawarra Escarpment every day. The consultation period ends December 10. Mt Kembla Ring Trail is a 3.4 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. Christchurch City Council has been working with mountain bike clubs on plans to ease the pressure on Rapaki Track by … The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Always carry a basic first aid kit in case of an emergency. National Parks and Wildlife Service will close illegal trails not identified in the final strategy.  Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra Gareth Ward said the strategy was “huge for the region”. We’re inviting community members to share their feedback about the draft Plan of Management for Mt Keira Summit Park at an information session on Saturday 24 November, 10am – 12noon. – just make note of this junction, you will need to be familiar with it so you can get back to your car at the end of your walk! ( Log Out /  This will get you onto to Mt Keira Road, which you will need to cross to continue the ring track. This trail is easy to navigate with clear pathways – when you have a general idea of the area! Please ensure you take a garbage bag to collect rubbish, and don’t forget to take a photo of your collection and tag us in #bushwalkthegong #cleanupgongsbushland – let’s spread the word that littering in or around our bushland areas is NOT OK! Stage one will see 37 km of trails created. Refer Visitor information. The high volume and varied sourc… SIDE TRAIL OPTION: Take the service gate ‘exit’ to continue through to Mt Pleasant, or turn right onto the Ken Ausburn trail back to the Uni. The draft Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy has been put on public exhibition after years of discussion and debate to formalise the sport. Time in the area is dependent on yourself, we took about 2.5hrs wandering and enjoying the area at a very leisurely pace. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Keira, https://www.town.com.au/town/mount-keira/, http://council.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/library/onlineresources/suburbprofiles/Pages/MountKeira.aspx#gref. Mountain bikers will have a new trail to conquer if plans to expand the track network in a popular Port Hills scenic reserve go ahead. ( Log Out /  He then observed an outcrop of the No. Parliamentary secretary for the Illawarra and Kiama MP, Gareth Ward announces major funding boost for Mt Keira summit park and MTB development. You will then start making your way down a lot of stairs, a new addition to the trail. The draft concept provides a range of trails, including enduro, back country/wilderness trail riding, beginner-friendly trails and downhill riding segments to meet the growing demand for the sport. The attached document outlines our vision statement, context, planning process and three strategic directions. Again, still plenty of stinging trees in the area as well as some fabulous large trees, so have a good look around! To continue on the ring track, go past the stone stairs and follow the trail around to the left. Expect to encounter a lush parade of forests and terrain, from cool sub-tropical bush to lofty red cedars and rocky outcrops. Dirt Art managing director Simon French and mountain biker Jason Lan went for a ride on Mount Keira in 2014 before they completed a feasibility study into creating mountain bike trails. Illegal mountain biking was rife on the escarpment and the draft plan aims to formalise existing trails. Take a map, or print out this trail guide should you be concerned about your navigation skills. The track is a round trip being roughly a 5km walk, depending on side trails you take in. Mount Keira Ring Track is a 2.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Mount Keira, New South Wales, Australia that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. “The bottom line is this: it’s just an opportunity at this stage, not a reality. Don’t rely on Google Maps – the trails are wrong and could lead to more confusion. There is very limited parking, but there are three carpark options if one is full – one at Byarong Park, the hairpin or Georgies Flat and at the top of Mt Keira Road there is space before you turn up to the road to the summit. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. In this area you are going to start seeing Giant Stinging Trees, right on the pathway too. The signs have proven to be confusing to most, and we can see exactly why that has been the case with arrows that are not consistent with the trail. Stage one will see 37 km of trails created. It's time to start getting pumped again, team! In 1857, the oldest coal mine in Australia, opened here at the Kemira Colliery (remnants are still seen on the Ken Ausburn trail) where coal was transported to Belmore Basin for shipping. This is such a lovely part of the walk, palms and forests, lovely large mossy boulders, a quiet little trail and takes you around to the Eastern side of the mountain. It will feature loop and point-to-point riding options, including a round-the-mountain ride and descending and climbing trails from Mount Keira summit to Geordies Flat and south to Mount Brisbane-Mount Kembla. Mount Keira, Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area. We’re inviting you to Have Your Say on the draft Plan of Management for Mt Keira Summit Park. So please be very careful and stay clear – there are no informational signs to point them out. We are calling on the community to show their strong support.”. It’s a real ‘choose your own adventure trail’ so you choose the difficulty, length and adventure. Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra Gareth Ward said the strategy was “huge for the region”. This trail can be a little grubby in areas, especially around the road areas. Indigenous perspectives on future development. Mount Keira, Wollongong Mountain Biking Trails | Trailforks 3 seam. Mount Keira is positioned central to the city. The area was extensively logged in the early 1800’s. latest-news, mountain bike, riding, Illawarra Escarpment, Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy, Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra Gareth Ward. You can also park your car here if you wanted to start the trail in a different spot. Any direction is fine for the moderately fit, just take your time – or run it – whatever takes your fancy! Mitchell went down to mt Keira and road with a local named Jade. This is a magnificent forest filled with Cabbage Tree Palms, tree ferns and beautiful old trees. The plan outlines a network of 82km of trails on Mount Keira, Mount Kembla and Balgownie, which will be delivered over three stages. The draft Plan of Management sets out the rules of what can and can’t happen on the summit of Mount Keira. The Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy is on the state government’s website. As a first step community and stakeholder input was sought to develop a V ision that would set out the community’s aspirations for the protection, use and sustainable management of Mt Keira Summit Park. Expect to encounter a lush parade of forests and terrain, from cool sub-tropical bush to lofty red cedars and rocky outcrops. The final plan will guide the revitalisation and sustainable management of the Park in a way that showcases its special scenic, natural and cultural values. I live in Sutherland. Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy Public Exhibition Report 2 . Only recently has the complete ring track reopened after a spate of rockfalls in the area, although many tracks were still widely accessible, only since October 2019 could the ring be fully completed again in all its glory. All dogs (except for assistance dogs), bikes, fires, camping, smoking and alcohol. ( Log Out /  Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Instead, it will provide details of the types of uses that might be permitted on the site into the future. Once you get to the metal staircase – go up them! You come to a large open space in the forest which is an old creek as you weave up the stone stairs through this area, there is another little bench which is a great spot to take in the views and have a drink. This is not too difficult and is critical to the ongoing integrity and future access of the trail. The Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy is on the state government’s website. The best starting spot is Byarong Park car park. A very attractive feature to the ring track is the availability of different trails and terrains that sprout from the main track, in fact, even doing the track in ‘reverse’ allows for a completely different experience. From Wollongong simply drive up Mt Keira Road to Byarong Park. Picture: Adam Mclean. To follow the ring trail, stay on the same side of the road, and just before the Scout driveway gate, there is a little path of wooden steps heading down into the rainforest. This ensures the event is professionally organised with insurances and services. The draft Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy has been put on public exhibition after years of discussion and debate to formalise the sport. A wedge of former industrial parkland with spectacular views of the Illawarra coast will be transformed into a major mountain biking playground, under a new plan. Find the reviews and ratings to know better. From the T-interection we suggest you go clockwise (so turn left!) In 1825, the land was granted to James Stares Spearing and from there agriculture and orchards were found on the foothills of the mountain, with farm help assistance by 20 or so convicts, sending the produce via ship to Sydney. SIDE TRAIL OPTION: here is another option to reach the summit, follow the stone stairs up, it simply takes you back onto Mt Keira Road and you can walk the rest of the way on the road to the Summit Park. Council has re-affirmed their commitment to MTB on Mt Keira and the wider escarpment in a recent social media post BUT the PoM does not reflect this commitment. Follow the stairs up and up, until you come to a T-intersection – this is the official Ring Track! ... Council to design the mountain bike concept plan and helped to develop the Strategy. Destination Wollongong’s general manager Mark Sleigh said the plan was a “game-changing result with enormous benefits for the local visitor economy”. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. If you can go mid-week to avoid any crowds it is ideal. /images/transform/v1/crop/frm/76aQiSR9c8v6pzQYtCfcnc/f38fa70f-2d83-451f-887e-7b417f2ca94f.jpg/r0_241_5183_3169_w1200_h678_fmax.jpg, St George & Sutherland Shire Leader's trusted source for property, years of discussion and debate to formalise the sport, Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy, St George Business Chamber's mentoring program a success, UPDATE | Magic Mike Live show to go ahead. ), simply follow the sign, turn left and make your way back to your car. Circling Mount Keira in an engaging loop, the ring track is a terrific setting for a casual hike or an energetic run. A little bit of commonsence required to navigate the signage, some steep stairs and a little distance makes this trail ideal for the bushwalker who is familar with walking in the bush and wants a longer walk with mixed scenery. The plan outlines a network of 82km of trails on Mount Keira, Mount Kembla and Balgownie, which will be delivered over three stages. Stage one will see 37 km of trails created. There is a high chance of leeches in this area after rain, so take adequate protection. Once you reach the creek, you meander back up the hill through the vines, take a little driveway crossing to again meet the trail which is very clear until your next junction. Thanks for watching DresserMTB. Part of the proposal is to develop a MTB park, including a world class DH and XC track that could hold events, as well as a flow trail as part of the concept. Get details of Location, timings and contact. 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