Mount Baldy and Yabi Circuit

Starting from Rifle Range Road, Atherton, this circuit walk takes you to the summits of Mount Baldy and Yabi Mountain, exploring the dense rainforest along with the open woodland of Herberton Range State Forest. Both summits provide you panoramic views over the surrounding land, especially towards the town of Atherton and Lake Tinaroo in the distance. Notice the change in vegetation as you travel through the different sections of the track. You’ll come across lots of bird species such as cockatoos and house sparrows throughout the journey. Gliders and possums reside in the area as well. In fact, the word ‘Yabi’ actually means possum in the aboriginal language of the Tableland Yidinji People. Please take good care of their country out of respect. Keep in mind that there may be loose rocks on the track. Avoid coming during/after rainfall as the track can be slippery when wet. 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 Rifle Range Road & Grays Break (-17.2735216,145.4683077)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Robert Street, 1, 52 Turn on to Herberton Road, 52 then drive for 1.1 km Turn right onto Rifle Range Road and drive for another 610 m Turn left onto Rifle Range Road and drive for another 55 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From Rifle Range Road(50 metres northwest of intersection with Newell Street), head towards the woodland along the dirt track, moving directly away from the road. Follow the said track(Grays Break) as it leads you deeper into the woodland, then cross the Thompson Creek. After about 635 metres(from the creek crossing), turn right at the intersection and join the Mount Baldy Walking Track to continue along Mount Baldy and Yabi Circuit(counterclockwise).....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Rifle Range Road & Grays Break Start heading along Grays Break (a vehicle track).
	After another 35 m veer left, to head along Grays Break. After another 50 m head through the bollard. After another 150 m head through/around the gate. After another 140 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 370 m (at the intersection of Mount Baldy Walking Track & Grays Break) turn right, to head along Mount Baldy Walking Track (a walking track). After another 1.6 km pass the "Mount Baldy" (30 m on your right).
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to the top of Yabi Mountain, where you can get picturesque views over the land. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip turn sharp right when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 2.2 km veer left.
	After another 1.1 km turn left.
	The starting point of an alternate access track. An alternate access point from/to Rifle Range Road further down south. Details below. After another 550 m continue straight, to head along Grays Break. After another 325 m (at the intersection of Grays Break & Mount Baldy Walking Track) continue straight, to head along Grays Break.
	After another 710 m veer right, to head along Grays Break.
	After another 35 m come to the end.

An alternate access point from/to Rifle Range Road further down south.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start heading along Grays Break.
	After another 470 m continue straight. After another 115 m continue straight.
	After another 10 m come to the end.

This side trip takes you to the top of Yabi Mountain, where you can get picturesque views over the land.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start.
	After another 360 m come to the end. About 140 m past the end is "Yabi Mountain". Turn around and retrace your steps back the 360 m to the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Mount Baldy and Yabi Circuit

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	7.3 km
Time	2 h 45 min to 4 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
Weather	Foretasted & unexpected storms and severe weather may impact on navigation and safety (4/6)

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Atherton Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
  
  Thursday 31 October
  
  28°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Winds easterly 15 to 25 km/h. Daytime maximum temperatures 28 to 34.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:00am to 4:00pm, UV Index predicted to reach 14 [Extreme]
  
  Friday 1 November
  
  15°C → 30°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny day. The chance of a thunderstorm in the south in the late afternoon and evening. Winds easterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light before dawn then becoming east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 15 and 20 with daytime temperatures reaching 29 to 35.
  
  Saturday 2 November
  
  16°C → 30°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of a thunderstorm inland. Light winds becoming easterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 16 and 21 with daytime temperatures reaching 29 to 35.
  
  Sunday 3 November
  
  17°C → 27°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Winds easterly 25 to 35 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 17 and 22 with daytime temperatures reaching 27 to 33.
  
  Monday 4 November
  
  17°C → 27°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Tuesday 5 November
  
  17°C → 28°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Wednesday 6 November
  
  16°C → 29°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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