The first race in the Dirty Northern Trail Running Series sends runners out on a scenic 17km loop of technical heavily shaded rainforest single track. Highlights include stunning panoramic views of the famous Barron Gorge, Trinity Bay and the Cairns region, a couple of speccy crossings of Stony Ck, massive Kauri Pines and following the foot tracks of Traditional Owners the Djabaguy and the pack and dray routes of early European pioneers. The park itself protects 2820ha and nine vegetation communities ranging from lush tropical rainforest to mountain heath and forms a natural wildlife corridor linking the northern and southern reaches of the wet tropics. Possums, Tree Kangaroos, Flying Foxes, Musky Rat Kangaroos, Cassowarys, Amethystine Pythons and Spotted Tail Quolls are some of many native species resident to the park.
Great 8k and 4k options also. - part of the Adventure Sport NQ series Entry Fee( AUD ) 15

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