Blackfellow Hand Trail

[SwissJeep]

Thanks all, much appreciated! And thanks for the name update ... very timely given the global movement at the moment!

[Dru]

Thanks all, much appreciated! And thanks for the name update ... very timely given the global movement at the moment!

The aboriginal name basically means "People's Hand". I've spoken to an aboriginal Parks Ranger and she was adamant that in her mind "Black Fellow's Hand" was racist. I'm not convinced, but offence is judged by the offended. She is a lovely lady and I'm quite happy to change to Maiyingu Marragu.

The trail itself is the main access spine through Newnes. It is a graded trail, but there can be long waits between grading and it can get uncomfortably bumpy at it's worst. There are a few bog holes, all of which can be easily avoided, and at this time of year are likely to be frozen over at night time.

If you have time, consider diverting to Sunny Ridge trail so you get the view over Wolgan Valley. It is out and back, then continue along Maiyingu Marragu. Also see if you can pick up the diversion to Lost Cities - another view.

Cheers

Dru