Hogsback 39 Steps Hike
A short forest walk in Hogsback to a series of cascading steps on the Tyhume River.
Trip Role
Ideal stay
Best for
Our take
The Hogsback starter walk. Do this, then decide if you want the Three Hogs ridge.
The Hogsback starter walk. Do this, then decide if you want the Three Hogs ridge.
- Trip Role
- Day Trip
- Ideal Stay
- Half a day
- Time Needed
- 2 hours
- Best For
- Families; anyone who wants a forest walk without a climb.
- Go If
- You're in Hogsback and want the easy, classic walk.
Why it's worth your time
Hogsback is a mist-belt forest village straight out of Tolkien, and the 39 Steps is its signature walk: a short path through yellowwood forest to a tiered waterfall. Pair with the Arboretum and the Madonna and Child viewpoint.
What we love
The mist through the yellowwoods on a slow morning.
What to know
Short and family-friendly; can be slippy after rain. Add the Arboretum for a half-day.
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