Overnight Hike At Cathedral Range with Jarred
Event description
Join us a Zorali Outdoor Club overnight hike, hosted by Trailblazer Jarred Palanca
Where: Meet at Cooks Mill campsite
When: Saturday, May 17 – Sunday, May 18
Time: Meet at 8:00 AM for a 9:00 AM start
Distance: 10km from trailhead to summit (approx. 4–6 hours)
Elevation: 700m
Return time: Sunday 11:00 PM
Join Trailblazer Jarred for an unforgettable overnight hike at the stunning Cathedral Range State Park — just two hours from Melbourne! With exposed ridge lines, rugged rocky trails, and breathtaking 360° panoramic views, this adventure is perfect for city dwellers and surrounding suburbs looking to dive into the outdoors.
This hike is suited to all experience levels, especially those wanting to get into overnight hikes. A moderate fitness level is expected — you’ll need to be comfortable walking up steep gradients, scrambling over rocks, and carrying a hiking pack with your overnight gear.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1 – Saturday 17th May
- Meet: 8:00 AM at Cooks Mill Campground
- Walk Start: 9:00 AM
- Route: Cooks Mill → Ned’s Gully → Farmyard Campsite (10km, 700m elevation gain)
- Highlights: Rocky scrambles, lush forest trails, sunset summit walk to North Jawbone
- Camp overnight at Farmyard Campsite
Day 2 – Sunday 18th May
- Sunrise hike up North Jawbone
- Depart Farmyard: 9:00–10:00 AM
- Return: Hike down to Cooks Mill (3km, steep descent, 1–1.5 hrs)
- Post-hike: Cold creek plunge (optional!)
- Wrap-up and goodbyes around midday
Campsite Details
Farmyard Campsite (Overnight stay)
- No bookings required
- No toilet facilities (bush toilet style!)
- Creek water available (will confirm closer to date; otherwise, bring full water supplies)
Optional Friday Night Stay
- Cooks Mill Campground (Friday 16th May)
- Optional if you want to arrive early
- Book online — free booking: Book here
What to Bring
- Backpack with overnight gear
- Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat
- 3-4L Water
- Meals:
- Breakfast x2
- Lunch x2
- Dinner x1
- Snacks for during hikes
- Layers of clothing (prepare for cold nights and warm hiking days)
- Rain jacket (weather can change quickly)
- Headtorch (for night walk back from sunset hike)
- Personal first aid kit
- Toiletries (including toilet paper)
- Hiking boots with good grip
- Trekking poles (optional for steep sections)
Fitness Expectations
- Confident walking up steep and rocky gradients
- Comfortable carrying a hiking pack for 10km+
- Open to adventure, teamwork, and bush camping conditions
To ensure attendees have a safe and enjoyable experience, we have limited numbers to 10 hikers – RSVP now to secure your place!
Get to know your host Jarred here!
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