Mt Juliet Training Hike

Want to attend Midnight Ascent in August but haven't got the fitness? Want to go on multi-day hiking trips that look so fun but are labelled "advanced"?

Join us for the training hike #2 up Mt Juliet at Healesville!

This trip is aimed at beginner/intermediate hikers who want to unlock more of the club's bushwalking scene. This legendary track to the summit of Mount Juliet is a fierce physical challenge, with sections that are severely steep, but it's guaranteed you'll find it easier next time (we hope to run a few of these leading up to Midnight Ascent).

map: Mt Juliet Walking Track on AllTrails

Distance: 8.9km round trip | Elevation gain: 916m | Est. duration: 5–5.5 hours

Track conditions: Very muddy and overgrown, potentially scrambling on all fours on steep gradients up to 70 per cent. 

Plan for the day:

7:55am — Meet outside clubrooms

Drive to Healesville

9:30am — Arrive, start the walk

~12pm — Summit, lunch, then descend the same path

Drive back

~4:30pm — Arrive back at clubrooms

What to bring:

Hiking boots or trail runners with good grip (no regular running shoes)

2L water

Lunch/snacks

gloves

Warm fleece/puffer + warm base layer

Rain jacket

Headtorch

hiking poles

spare change of clothes

The  trip meeting on 4th of August is essential if you want to attend. Beginners/newcomers are prioritised,  the group size is limited to 2 cars or 8 people max. 

Transport is car-pooling — expect $15–20 for petrol per person. I'll carry a PLB and first aid kit. Questions →

Don't forget to check your ambulance insurance

Cheers,

Jason