Heathland Walk, Cape Conran
Heathland Walk, Cape Conran
One of the many nice short walks in the Cape Conran Coastal Park, the Heathland Walk is a joy to undertake with many wildflowers in bloom over Spring and Summer in particular.
Summary
One of the many nice short walks in the Cape Conran Coastal Park, the Heathland Walk is a joy to undertake with many wildflowers in bloom over Spring and Summer in particular.
Description
Starting near the Activities Centre opposite the office on the west side of the camp road, as Parks Victoria says "the walk through the heathland can be full of surprises. Many birds feed on the nectar rich plants and occasionally the threatened Ground Parrot (Pezoporus wallicus wallicus) may be sighted. Whilst in flower the striking spikes of Grass Trees provide a post for the rosellas to feed from. Lizards and large Lace Monitors, (known as Goannas) are common around Cape Conran."
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Points of Interest
1. The start
The walk is well signed and starts near the Parks Victoria office, one of the walk's many seats can be found at the start.
2. Sandy path
The walk starts with a flat, sandy path through the heathland.
3. Seat
The second seat can't be missed.
4. Banksia
There are some pretty amazing, big old Banksia trees on the walk.
5. To coast
Looking to the south where the ocean lies just behind the treeline.
6. Recovering bush
The bush is recovering from the devastating 2019/20 bushfires.
7. Butterflies
There were many butterflies when we walked in January, but its very hard to get. a good photo.
8. Junction
Turn right at the junction with another track , see the orange arrow marker.
9. Meandering path
The path meanders up and down gentle inclines.
10. Road crossing
The track crosses the Yeerung river Rad twice during the walk.
11. Trees
Walk under some bigger, older trees as you come near the end of the walk
Features
Seating available
Nature trail
