Bullock's track - via Bullock's Hut

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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 Thredbo Diggings Road & Bullocks Track (-36.4458012,148.4253849)
Mode Car (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.)
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Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the Bullocks Trackhead (just south of Thredbo Diggings, about 430m from the Alpine Way), this walk follows the metal 'Bullocks Track' sign down the steps (or ramp) and along the gravel path to cross an open grassy flat. These open grassy areas are frost hollows and part of Muzzlewood Flats. The gravel soon gives way to a rock, then metal, path that leads over a metal arched bridge. The path then leads uphill and after about 300m, the walk follows the grassy track along the edge of a clearing, then follows another section of winding path. The path is then broken again with a section of grassy track before coming to gravel path again. This path leads downhill and soon bends sharply to the right, before passing through an even sharper left-hand bend. The path gives way to a grassy track a few more times and the walk winds gently down through the open bushland, passing a few granite boulders. The path then leads over a small rise, winding through some larger granite boulders, where the track leads down the hill to a three-way intersection and a 'Thredbo Diggings 2km' sign pointing back up the track. This section of the walk follows a track shared with walkers and mountain bike riders.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Thredbo Diggings Road & Bullocks Track Start heading along Thredbo Diggings Road (a service road). After another 30 m (from the Thredbo Diggings Road) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Diggings Road. After another 70 m pass the picnic table (20 m on your right). After another 40 m come to the "Thredbo Diggings" (10 m on your right). Campsite managed byNSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. There is a fee to use this campsite. After another 9 m pass the toilet (20 m on your left).
	After another 3 m (from the Thredbo Diggings Road) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Diggings Road. After another 70 m pass the toilet (65 m on your right).
	After another 2 m (at the intersection of Thredbo Valley Trail & Thredbo Diggings Road) turn left, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail (a walking track). After another 20 m (at the intersection of Thredbo Valley Trail & Muzzlewood Loop) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail. After another 70 m cross the bridge (about 7 m long)
	After another 20 m (from the Thredbo Valley Trail) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail.
	After another 1.6 km (at the intersection of Thredbo Valley Trail & Muzzlewood Loop) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail.
	After another 270 m (from the Thredbo Valley Trail) continue straight, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail. After another 350 m pass the sign (on your left).
	At the intersection of Muzzlewood Track & Thredbo Valley Trail turn left, to head along Muzzlewood Track.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Bullock's Hut. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to the steam engine. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 10 m (at the intersection of Bullocks Track & Muzzlewood Track) veer left, to head along Bullocks Track.
	After another 1.2 km (from the Bullocks Track) turn right, to head along Bullocks Track. After another 650 m cross the bridge (about 8 m long)
	Continue another 110 m to find at the intersection of Bullocks Track & Thredbo Diggings Road at the end.

This side trip takes you to Bullock's Hut.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Muzzlewood Track & Bullocks Track Start (a walking track).
	After another 50 m turn right. After another 180 m find the "Skitube - Alpine Railway" (4 m on your right). Skitube - Alpine Railway The Skitube is an electric rack railway which provides access between Bullocks Flat, Perisher and Blue Cow ski fields. The journey starts across the bridge over Thredbo River, then covers a distance of 8.5km, of which 6.3km is underground in the Bilston and Blue Cow tunnels. Construction of the railway began in 1984, and the complete line was officially opened in 1988. There are 11 passenger cars in total, of which 4 are motor cars - each with four 301 kW traction motors, making them the most powerful rack railway vehicles in the world. The braking system is mixed regenerative and rheostatic. Prices are around $48 for an adult return fare. Schedules vary throughout the year.
	From the Thredbo Valley Trail continue straight.
	After another 115 m come to "Bullocks Hut". Bullocks Hut Bullocks Hut is a cement block house, built in 1934 as a fishing lodge for Dr Bullock. Extra buildings were added to the substantial house over the following decades. The hut has been managed by NPWS since 1969, and was fully renovated when the nearby Skitube was built in the early 90s. Bullocks Hut has bunk beds, tiled floors, a stainless steel food preparation area with sink, as well as a nearby toilet and stables building. A popular spot for day visits. The hut and grounds are available for hire for events such as wedding, please respect the space of other people using this site. The end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 335 m to the main route.

This side trip takes you to the steam engine.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Muzzlewood Track & Bullocks Track Start (a walking track).
	After another 50 m turn right.
	After another 170 m (from the Thredbo Valley Trail) veer right, to head along Thredbo Valley Trail. After another 45 m cross the bridge (about 75 m long) Then find the "Skitube - Alpine Railway" (on your left). Skitube - Alpine Railway The Skitube is an electric rack railway which provides access between Bullocks Flat, Perisher and Blue Cow ski fields. The journey starts across the bridge over Thredbo River, then covers a distance of 8.5km, of which 6.3km is underground in the Bilston and Blue Cow tunnels. Construction of the railway began in 1984, and the complete line was officially opened in 1988. There are 11 passenger cars in total, of which 4 are motor cars - each with four 301 kW traction motors, making them the most powerful rack railway vehicles in the world. The braking system is mixed regenerative and rheostatic. Prices are around $48 for an adult return fare. Schedules vary throughout the year.
	After another 55 m (from the Thredbo Valley Trail) turn right.
	After another 240 m come to "Steam Engine". Steam Engine On the northern side of the Thredbo River at Bullocks Flat is a large, open area, still home to some historic items. Here you will find a rusty portable steam engine, chains, wheels and a small dam. These items are left over from the late 1910â€™s when Ned Irwin established and operated a sawmill here. He would process the Alpine Ash trees that had been cut from the surrounding hills. There was another mill operating at the nerby Sawpit Creek since the mid to late 1800â€™s. During the 1850's some gold mining was also undertaken at this site, but it proved not a very popular site. . The end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 600 m to the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Bullock's track - via Bullock's Hut

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	4.5 km
Time	1 h 15 min to 2 h

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (1/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)
Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Camp site: There is one 140 m from the start.

Toilet: There are 2 on route, on average they are 1.5 km apart with the largest gap of 4.3 km.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Camp site	140 m	Thredbo Diggings
Toilet	150 m	[toilet]
Toilet	220 m	[toilet]

Articles Discover more details to thrive on track

Covered in snow part of the year
This walk leads through an extreme alpine environment and all walkers must be well prepared. During summer, be prepared for both very hot and cold weather, high winds, rain, snow, extreme UV levels and some sections of snow or ice on the ground. Before starting this walk, check advice with Snowy Region Visitor Information Centre (02) 6450 5600, the weather forecast and the snow conditions then change your plans as needed. These notes, grades and walking times have been written for use in the summer months only. Between May and the end of October, this walk is likely to be covered in snow/ice, visitors should be carrying and be prepared to use snowshoes or cross country skis. When there is a chance of significant snow on the ground, visitors will need particularly strong navigation and snowcraft skills - tracks and signage may not be visible. For most visitors, it is best to consider this walk closed during the colder months.

Skitube - Alpine Railway
The Skitube is an electric rack railway which provides access between Bullocks Flat, Perisher and Blue Cow ski fields. The journey starts across the bridge over Thredbo River, then covers a distance of 8.5km, of which 6.3km is underground in the Bilston and Blue Cow tunnels. Construction of the railway began in 1984, and the complete line was officially opened in 1988. There are 11 passenger cars in total, of which 4 are motor cars - each with four 301 kW traction motors, making them the most powerful rack railway vehicles in the world. The braking system is mixed regenerative and rheostatic. Prices are around $48 for an adult return fare. Schedules vary throughout the year.

Steam Engine
On the northern side of the Thredbo River at Bullocks Flat is a large, open area, still home to some historic items. Here you will find a rusty portable steam engine, chains, wheels and a small dam. These items are left over from the late 1910â€™s when Ned Irwin established and operated a sawmill here. He would process the Alpine Ash trees that had been cut from the surrounding hills. There was another mill operating at the nerby Sawpit Creek since the mid to late 1800â€™s. During the 1850's some gold mining was also undertaken at this site, but it proved not a very popular site. .

Bullocks Hut
Bullocks Hut is a cement block house, built in 1934 as a fishing lodge for Dr Bullock. Extra buildings were added to the substantial house over the following decades. The hut has been managed by NPWS since 1969, and was fully renovated when the nearby Skitube was built in the early 90s. Bullocks Hut has bunk beds, tiled floors, a stainless steel food preparation area with sink, as well as a nearby toilet and stables building. A popular spot for day visits. The hut and grounds are available for hire for events such as wedding, please respect the space of other people using this site.

Get more information
Wildwalks | Bullocks track | Bullocks track - Map | https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/kosciuszko-national-park

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