Trail Fast Facts

Edney's Trail is a 6km, grade 4 hike in Mount Augustus National Park, Western Australia. This hike typically takes 3 hours to complete.

Length: 6km

Duration: 3 hrs

Grade 4 (Hard)

Style: Return

Start: Mount Augustus National Park

End: Mount Augustus National Park

Location: Mount Augustus National Park

State: Western Australia

Nearby town: East Lyons River

From state capital: 1100km

Latitude: -24.36551076

Longitude: 116.86976909637453

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Warning

The risks from exposure and dehydration are significant in this area. During the hotter months (at least September March) these risks are extreme. Temperatures often exceed 40°C. Due to recent deaths, this trail is now closed during Summer.

Hike Overview

Edney's Trail is a Grade 4, six kilometre return hike which, although has a reasonable degree of difficulty, is not as challenging as the Summit Trail. There are some great views over the expansive plains.

For a less strenuous challenge to the Summit Trail, many hikers get their lookout fix on this one. Not that you should underestimate this trail too much. If you are prone to taking frequent rest stops masquerading as photo stops, you could take up to 5 hours to bag this trail. Edney's Trail takes you to Edney's Lookout where expansive views make it well worth the effort. In reality, this walk trail is really an extension of the Ooramboo Trail.

Track Grade

Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.

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Edney's Trail Walk (6km)

Total distance: 4801 m
Max elevation: 621 m
Min elevation: 445 m
Total climbing: 180 m
Total descent: -180 m

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Getting there

Edney's Trail Walk (6km)

Start Point: Mount Augustus National Park, 1100km (16 hours) north of Perth

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About the region

Rising 715m above the surrounding alluvial plain, Mount Augustus is an inselberg, meaning island mountain'. There are rocky creeks, gorges and open plains supporting a variety of vegetation and wildlife. Mount Augustus is known as Burringurrah to the local Wajarri Aboriginal people. The park was gazetted on 22 September 1989 and is made up of former parts of Mount Augustus and Cobra Stations.

During 1999-2000, the State purchased nearby pastoral leases Cobra and Waldburg and part leases of Mount Philip and Dalgety Downs with the aim of managing the whole area including the national park for conservation. The total area is now 607,603 hectares.

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Explore Safe

While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.

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Gear to consider

What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.

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