Training Walk for the Kumano Kodo Kohechi - Morialta Black Hill

About

Training walks are an opportunity to test your gear, ask questions, gauge your fitness and see how your body responds to walking on consecutive days, on terrain similar to what you can expect on your tour. Your leader for this training walk is likely to have done the Larapinta Trail, and they will offer advice and help with your preparations. You can join this walk even if you are not doing this particular walk and just want to do some training.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This challenging walk is approximately 15.5km exploring various trails within both Morialta and Black Hill Conservation Parks. Allow up to 6 hours (depending on group pace).

This walk is rated as Hard on a variety of trails and includes some steep climbs and descents. Some sections may be slippery. Hiking poles are recommended.

MEET SPOT

Meet at 8.15am for an 8.30am start.

The walk starts and finishes at the base of Wandilla Track, which is located on Wandilla Drive in Woodforde. Note that there are no toilets at this location.

A map with details of the meet location will be sent to you 24-48 hours prior to the walk.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Please bring all items you plan to hike with on your trip (backpack, water bottles/bladder, rain gear, etc)

Please wear the clothing you plan to wear for the walks on your trip, or similar (including boots / shoes)

We recommend bringing worn in comfortable walking shoes/hiking boots if new ones aren’t worn in. We also recommend bringing at least 2 litres of water, personal medications/blister…