Bob's Ridge Trail
Ngarigo Country

3 h to 4 h

9.7 km
return

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↓ -351 m

Hard track
Starting near Dead Horse Gap on the Alpine Way, you will follow the wide Cascade Trail upstream along the Thredbo River. After crossing the river, you will follow the trail through snow gum forests to the signposted Bobs Ridge. From the rocky outcrops at Bobs Ridge, there are great views west over the Murray River valley into Victoria. This is an enjoyable walk exploring a great river, granite boulders and snow gum forests. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. 
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Cascade Trail track head car park. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail track head. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail track head. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Thredbo River near Cascade Trail head. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Threbo River Valley from Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Threbo River from Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Looking to the Ramsheads from Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Threbo River near Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Threbo River winding through the valley. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Bridge over the Thredbo River on the Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Crossing the Threbo River. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Looking upstream along the Threbo River from the Cascade trail crossing. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail south of the Thredbo River. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Granite Tors. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail at the tree line south of the Threbo River. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Snow gums beside the Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Snow gums forest along the Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Ice crystal growing from the the Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Twisted gum. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Grove of dead gums. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Views to Victoria from the Cascade Trail. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Signpost at Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Trees at Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
View from Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Rocks and tress from Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Valley view from Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Boulders at Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Tor at Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Looking up at Bobs Ridge from the south. | Photo by admin, 2010.
Looking along the southern side of Bobs Ridge. | Photo by admin, 2010.
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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.
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Getting There
Transport options and directions
Start At the intersection of Cascade Trail & Dead Horse Gap Walking Track (-36.5229419,148.2645534)
Mode Car (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.)
DirectionsFrom Barry Way
  • Turn on to Kosciuszko Road then drive for 1.8 km
  • Keep left onto Alpine Way and drive for another 17.5 km
  • Keep left onto Alpine Way and drive for another 18.7 km
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Track Notes
Turn by turn instructions & maps
Getting started
From the car park (on the Alpine Way 5.4km west of Friday Drive), this walk follows the 'Cascade Trail' sign along the management trail and around the locked gate. The trail soon leads past a 'Wilderness Entry' information sign as it winds along the side of the hill, keeping the Thredbo River below and to your right. The trail leads up the side of the hill moderately steeply, crossing a few small creeks before leading back down to cross another creek, very close to the Thredbo River. Here the trail continues through the valley for about 400m to find an intersection with a track (on the right, leading to a bridge), just before the trail crosses the Thredbo River.....
Turn map Directions & comments
At the intersection of Cascade Trail & Dead Horse Gap Walking Track Start heading along Cascade Trail (a vehicle track).
After 25 m to find the car park.
After another 50 m pass the sign (9 m on your left).
Then head through/around the gate.
After another 450 m find the "Covered in snow part of the year" (110 m on your left).
Covered in snow part of the year
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.
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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.

After another 1.6 km continue straight, to head along Cascade Trail.
Keep right.
After another 55 m cross the bridge (about 6 m long)
After another 35 m continue straight, to head along Cascade Trail.
After another 335 m continue straight, to head along Cascade Trail.
Continue another 2.3 km to find the end. Then turn around here and retrace the main route for 4.8 km to get back to the start.
About 30 m past the end is "Bob's Ridge".
Bob's Ridge
Bob's Ridge

Bob's Ridge is a highlight along the Cascades Trail. The ridge is signposted, and a large granite outcrop is just to the west of the signpost. The rounded boulders vary in shape and size. It is possible to climb up some of the rocks for an even better view. On a clear day, there are expansive views south-west across the Murray River valley into Victoria, only 6.5km away. There are many interesting rock formations to enjoy and, if you are quiet, you may see Brumbies that enjoy the grove of trees to the south.
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Bob's Ridge is a highlight along the Cascades Trail. The ridge is signposted, and a large granite outcrop is just to the west of the signpost. The rounded boulders vary in shape and size. It is possible to climb up some of the rocks for an even better view. On a clear day, there are expansive views south-west across the Murray River valley into Victoria, only 6.5km away. There are many interesting rock formations to enjoy and, if you are quiet, you may see Brumbies that enjoy the grove of trees to the south.

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Terrain
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Bob's Ridge Trail


Grading
Class 4/6
Hard track
Length 9.7 km
Time 3 h to 4 h
Quality of track Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage Directional signs along the way (3/6)
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)
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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.
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