Stirling Buller Base Camp Hike

We’ll meet at Telephone box junction on Mt Stirling for a bite to eat and a welcome briefing. We’ll go over gear, distribute food and ensure everyone is set for the four days out. The early afternoon will be a full pack carry of about 7km on some wide open forest trails up to the lovely camping area beside King Spur Hut where we will set up our tents at our base camps and relax. There will be time for an afternoon cup of tea and a wander around.

Today’s day walk (13km)will set off after breakfast towards the famous Craigs Hut and The Monument. This day out contains a mixture of 4wd track and forest trails and is perfect for a day out. You’ll have lunch and snacks on the trail, before returning to our base camp in the afternoon for a rest and a delicious dinner. This walk is a perfect distance to have a day out in the high country with incredible scenery all day.

Today’s long walk (24km) will take in another mountain, more famous for winter skiing but with equally impressive summer views from the summit of Mt Buller. Head over the open summits and enclosed forest trails on the way there and back. You’ll have another lunch on the trail (maybe get a sneaky coffee) before returning during the late afternoon over the simply stunning open summit of Mt Stirling to the security of your already established base camp and another fantastic hearty dinner.

Today is pack and go day. We’ll jump out of our sleeping bags with a spring in the step (after three days of walking already!) and pack up tents and gear before starting the mostly downhill 8km route back to the vehicles. This gently graded walk is perfect for those tired legs and lets you take in the last of the wonderful views. A last lunch back at Telephone box junction will give you a chance to reflect on an awesome few days before you make your way back home.