Mount Ainslie from Remembrance Nature Park

This walk starts from Treloar Crescent near Remembrance Nature Park, Campbell, leading mostly via the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail to the top of Mt. Ainslie and back. The concrete track goes through the woods and brings you to the Lookout, from which you can almost see the whole district. There is a handy drinking fountain at the lookout to help cool you down as you enjoy the views. You’ll probably spot kangaroos and birds along the incline, so hold onto your dog’s leash in case it wants to make some ‘friends’. You can also drive to the summit, so feel free to challenge yourself to make it there before your friends find a parking spot. Be mindful that there are unexploded ordnance on the eastern side of the Nature Reserve, so stay on track to be safe. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	At the intersection of Mt Ainslie Summit Trail & Treloar Crescent (-35.2801656,149.1506265)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Parkes Way Turn on to Anzac Parade then drive for 1.1 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Fairbairn Avenue and drive for another 420 m At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Treloar Crescent and drive for another 310 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From Treloar Crescent(110 metres northwest of intersection with Cobby Street), pass through the bollard next to the metal gate and head towards the signpost near the roofed picnic tables along the dirt track. Move past the signpost keeping it and the picnic tables to your right. As the track splits into two, veer right towards the steps and trailhead signpost. Take the steps up to the concrete track, then pass through the gap between the signposted fence to continue along Mount Ainslie Climb.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Mt Ainslie Summit Trail & Treloar Crescent Start heading along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail (a footpath). There is a car park (about 25 m back from the start). After 5 m head through the bollard. After 45 m pass the "The Remembrance Driveway" (20 m on your right). After another 15 m pass the "Remembrance Park" (15 m on your right). After another 10 m pass the water tap (10 m on your right). Then pass the BBQ (10 m on your right).
	After another 5 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail (a steps). Then head up the stone steps (about 8 m long) Then pass the "Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve" (on your left). Then cross the bridge (about 10 m long) After another 15 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) veer left. After another 110 m (at the intersection of Mt Ainslie Summit Trail & Honor Thwaites Track) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 180 m pass the sign (6 m on your left). Then head through the bicycle barrier. Then pass the sign (on your left).
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to visit The Aboriginal People Plaque. To start this optional side trip turn left here. On returning from this side trip turn sharp right when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 30 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 35 m pass the sign (7 m on your left). After another 150 m head through the bicycle barrier. At the intersection of Campbell Link Trail & Mt Ainslie Summit Trail continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 5 m head through the bicycle barrier.
	After another 240 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) turn left, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 105 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail.
	After another 190 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 510 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail. After another 340 m head up the 60 surface\|paved steps (about 50 m long)
	After another 9 m (from the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail) continue straight, to head along Mt Ainslie Summit Trail.
	After another 130 m continue straight.
	Continue another 35 m to find the end. Then turn around here and retrace the main route for 2 km to get back to the start. About 115 m past the end is "Mount Ainslie".

An optional side trip to visit The Aboriginal People Plaque.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Mt Ainslie Summit Trail Start (a walking track). After 30 m pass the sign (5 m on your right).
	After another 35 m come to the end. A seat. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 65 m to the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Mount Ainslie from Remembrance Nature Park

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	4.1 km
Time	1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Some facilities on route

Seat: There is one 255 m (plus an extra 80 m along side route) from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Seat	255 m + 80 m	[seat]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Canberra Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
  
  Wednesday 30 April
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Cloudy. High chance of showers along the coastal fringe, medium chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm along the coastal fringe early this evening. Winds southerly 25 to 35 km/h tending southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h in the evening.
  
  Thursday 1 May
  
  3°C → 17°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds south to southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: No Rating
  
  Alert: Large and powerful surf conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, swimming and surfing.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 10:00am to 1:40pm, UV Index predicted to reach 4 [Moderate]
  
  Friday 2 May
  
  1°C → 19°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Winds southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h tending southerly 15 to 25 km/h in the morning then becoming light in the evening.
  
  Saturday 3 May
  
  1°C → 20°C
  Morning frost. Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog in the outer west. Slight chance of a shower, most likely in the morning. Light winds becoming southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day then becoming light during the afternoon.
  
  Sunday 4 May
  
  3°C → 21°C
  Sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds.
  
  Monday 5 May
  
  5°C → 21°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
  
  Tuesday 6 May
  
  5°C → 23°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds.
  
  Wednesday 7 May
  
  5°C → 22°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming northeast to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- ACT Parks alerts
  When planning and before starting your trip please check ACT Parks Website for anything that may impact on your plans. It is also worth checking the Parks Facebook page for more timely information.

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