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Caution [ Grade 2 Rapid ]

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Portage Required

Accommodation

Camping sites

Fireplace

Picnic area

Shower

Tap water

Toilets (compost/pit)

Toilets (flush)

LEGEND

2.3River or CreekContour (20m interval)1:25000 topographic mapCrown ReserveNational ParkState Forest

Major Road, sealedMajor Road, unsealedSecondary Road, sealedSecondary Road, unsealedMinor Road, sealedMinor Road, unsealedVehicle trackWalking TrackNo unauthorised entry-private or locked gateRiver distance (km)

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WelcomeWelcome to The Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail – the longest white water trail in Australia! It covers more than 195 km of river between the Nymboi-Binderay National Park and the township of Copmanhurst encompassing the Nymboida, Mann and Clarence river systems. It offers spectacular scenery, an abundance of wildlife and some exhilarating whitewater adventure!

Degree of difficultyThe Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail is not a beginners’ river! It is a grade 2-3 whitewater trail with some sections containing rapids of grade 4 difficulty. There are also three COMPULSORY portages for all paddlers: one at Nymboida Weir (refer to Section 2 Trip Detail); and one each at Rainbow Falls and Willow Tree Falls in The Gorge (refer to Section 6 Trip Detail). The low-level bridges at Cangai (refer Section 5 Trip Detail) and Lilydale (refer to Section 7 Trip Detail) are also likely to be COMPULSORY portages for all paddlers at all except very low river levels. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that paddlers with novice or intermediate skill levels also portage: Cunglebung Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and New Zealand Falls – all grade 4 rapids; and Demolition Derby – a technical Grade 3 rapid (refer to Section 4 Trip Detail) for safety reasons.

Trip SafetyYou will need intermediate canoeing/kayaking skills and a good level of fitness as Section 1 may require up to eight hours paddling time to complete. However, paddling time will vary with river flow, paddling effort and time required to scout and/or portage rapids. Times are calculated on a progress of 4kms per hour with no allowances for rest breaks.

Pitkin Falls should be inspected before attempting – it is best scouted from the river right bank. Pull into the bank above the Grade 2 rapid that leads down to Pitkin Falls.

Some parts of Section 1 pass through remote inaccessible country making any rescue attempt during an emergency extremely difficult. Most of the Section has no or very limited mobile phone coverage. All party members should have previous outdoor experience, and if in the event of an emergency the skill to deal with the incident until help arrives.

Refer to the Safe Canoeing Checklist included in the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail Index Map sheet for the list of the recommended safety gear to be carried as a minimum and the steps that should be followed to ensure you and your group have a safe trip.

Deaths have occurred on the trail previously, however none associated with an experienced group. If you are in doubt about your group’s ability to complete a private trip one option is to go with an experienced guide. Visit myclarencevalley.com.au or phone (02) 6643 0800 for a list of guides and canoe/kayak hire operators.

For further information on NSW canoe & kayak trails and paddler safety visit:

• NSW Department of Primary Industries – Lands at www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/about_recreation/canoe_and_kayak_trails for further information on canoe & kayak trail map kits.

• Waterways Guide at www.waterwaysguide.org.au to get the downloadable App providing information to explore and paddle our waterways.

• Paddle Prep at www.canoe.org.au/paddle-prep to get the downloadable App providing information on paddling skills and safety.

Section 1 - Trip detailRiver Summary: A great open Canadian section with numerous grade 1-2 rapids and two grade 3’s.

Experience Level: Intermediate

River Grade: 2-3

River Distance: 24 km

Paddling time: 6-8 hours

River levels

Min - 0.9 m (Nymboida River at Nymboida [Pollack Bridge] gauge)

Good Level - 1.2 m

Max - 1.7 m

Paddle

Start - The junction of the Nymboida and Little Nymboida Rivers, Nymboi-Binderay NP (-30

0 04’ 9.67”, 152

0 45’ 24.03”).

Access via The Junction Rd off Black Mountain Rd.

4WD recommended.

Finish - Cartmill Park, Armidale-Grafton Rd, Nymboida (-29

0 58’44.31” 152

0 43’ 31.04”). Adjacent to Pollack Bridge.

2WD suitable.

Car Shuttle: 30km (1 hour) one way via Black Mountain Rd, Laytons Range Rd and Armidale-Grafton Rd. 4WD recommended. (Note: Last 1.5kms down to The Junction camping area is 4WD only)

Camping

Start - ‘The Junction’ Camping Area, Nymboi-Binderay NP (fees apply)

Mid-way - Black Mountain Reserve (Camping for canoeists only) on river right

Finish - Cartmill Park, Nymboida (Camping for canoeists only - otherwise day use only) adjacent to Pollack Bridge on river right (fees may apply).

Accommodation and meals:

• Nymboida Canoe Centre - 7.5km from Cartmill Park.

Spatial Services Topographic Maps:

• Glenreagh 1:25000

• Clouds Creek 1:25000

• Nymboida 1:25000

The RiverFrom The Junction, the river flattens out as it passes from mountainous terrain to cleared grazing areas. This section contains numerous grade 1-2 rapids down to Cartmill Park. However, there are two easy grade 3 rapids, one just after the start and one approx 12kms downstream (Pitkin Falls) on the left side of an island.

Hazards • The Junction Rapid (-30

0 04’ 8.11”, 152

0 45’ 32.80”) - Grade 3.

Beware of overhanging tree branches on river right and pour-overs and holes with stoppers near the end of the rapid. Stay left of centre to avoid being swept under the overhanging branches on river right and to avoid the majority of pour-overs and holes at the end of the rapid also on river right

• Pitkin Falls (-300 01’ 45.13”, 152

0 43’ 46.14”) - Grade 3.

Not recommended for novice paddlers or open canoes at higher river levels because of potential for capsize and being washed under over-hanging branches on river left. Care also needs to be taken on the Grade 2 rapid (-30° 1’43.27”, 152°43’47.38” ) leading up to Pitkin Falls as low hanging branches above the rapid and the presence of a stopper wave at higher levels may also cause a capsize leaving little/no time to recover or swim to safety before being flushed over Pitkin Falls. At higher river levels (i.e. above 1.4m) canoeists are advised to follow right hand bank and take alternative river right channel around island at -30o 01’ 41.28”, 152o 43’ 47.32”.

CAUTIONAccess to the Trail and related facilities is provided for your use and enjoyment. Members of the public using these facilities do so at their own risk. Clarence Valley Council and the Department of Industry - Lands accepts no responsibility for any injury incurred by any person when these facilities are used including if used in contravention to any information, warnings or advice provided in relation to their use.

Navigating the rapids and fast flowing sections of this Canoe & Kayak Trail requires attention and care. River features and conditions change continually. Paddlers must have the appropriate skills and equipment for the section(s) that they are paddling and remain alert for submerged and protruding objects, overhanging branches, and other hazards at all times.

This Map Kit has been produced primarily for promotional purposes and is designed as a reference guide for planning and navigation. Although most images in this Map Kit and are generally indicative of the corresponding features, some images are used for artistic purposes and may not correspond to the feature referenced. Information is correct at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Paddlers are advised to seek current information on weather, river heights and changes to river features and hazards prior to any trip undertaken.

Access to camping sites is provided for your use and enjoyment. Members of the public using camping sites do so at their own risk. It is strongly recommended that when accessing camping sites, you carry appropriate camping equipment with you at all times. Clarence Valley Council and the Department of Industry - Lands accepts no responsibility for any injury or damage arising from using the camping sites.

Some text in this Map Kit is based on NSW Canoe Association Inc. (1990) Canoeing Guide to New South Wales, published by NSW Canoeing Inc, Glebe NSW.

Most images within this Map Kit have been supplied courtesy of Dr Danny Parkin, Clarence Valley Council.

These maps have been printed on Stone Paper. http://www.stone-paper.com.au/index.html Stone Paper is water resistant, durable, recyclable & acid free.

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY - LANDS

PO Box 2185

DANGAR NSW 2309

T: 1300 886 235 (Australia wide)

T: 61 2 9842 8200 (International)

E: enquiries@crownland.nsw.gov.au

W: www.crownland.nsw.gov.au

CLARENCE VALLEY COUNCIL

myclarencevalley.com.au

T: +61 2 6643 0800

E: visit@myclarencevalley.com.au

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Canoe Access

Caution [ Grade 2 Rapid ]

Warning [ Grade 3 Rapid ]

Portage Required

Accommodation

Camping sites

Fireplace

Picnic area

Shower

Tap water

Toilets (compost/pit)

Toilets (flush)

LEGEND

2.3River or CreekContour (20m interval)1:25000 topographic mapCrown ReserveNational ParkState Forest

Major Road, sealedMajor Road, unsealedSecondary Road, sealedSecondary Road, unsealedMinor Road, sealedMinor Road, unsealedVehicle trackWalking TrackNo unauthorised entry-private or locked gateRiver distance (km)

Scan to plan your trip todaywww.waterwaysguide.org.au

© September 2016, NSW Department of Industry – Lands & Clarence Valley Council.

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KAYAK TRAIL

WelcomeWelcome to The Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail – the longest white water trail in Australia! It covers more than 195 km of river between the Nymboi-Binderay National Park and the township of Copmanhurst encompassing the Nymboida, Mann and Clarence river systems. It offers spectacular scenery, an abundance of wildlife and some exhilarating whitewater adventure!

Degree of difficultyThe Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail is not a beginners’ river! It is a grade 2-3 whitewater trail with some sections containing rapids of grade 4 difficulty. There are also three COMPULSORY portages for all paddlers: one at Nymboida Weir (refer to Section 2 Trip Detail); and one each at Rainbow Falls and Willow Tree Falls in The Gorge (refer to Section 6 Trip Detail). The low-level bridges at Cangai (refer Section 5 Trip Detail) and Lilydale (refer to Section 7 Trip Detail) are also likely to be COMPULSORY portages for all paddlers at all except very low river levels. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that paddlers with novice or intermediate skill levels also portage: Cunglebung Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and New Zealand Falls – all grade 4 rapids; and Demolition Derby – a technical Grade 3 rapid (refer to Section 4 Trip Detail) for safety reasons.

Trip SafetyYou will need intermediate canoeing/kayaking skills and a good level of fitness as Section 1 may require up to eight hours paddling time to complete. However, paddling time will vary with river flow, paddling effort and time required to scout and/or portage rapids. Times are calculated on a progress of 4kms per hour with no allowances for rest breaks.

Pitkin Falls should be inspected before attempting – it is best scouted from the river right bank. Pull into the bank above the Grade 2 rapid that leads down to Pitkin Falls.

Some parts of Section 1 pass through remote inaccessible country making any rescue attempt during an emergency extremely difficult. Most of the Section has no or very limited mobile phone coverage. All party members should have previous outdoor experience, and if in the event of an emergency the skill to deal with the incident until help arrives.

Refer to the Safe Canoeing Checklist included in the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail Index Map sheet for the list of the recommended safety gear to be carried as a minimum and the steps that should be followed to ensure you and your group have a safe trip.

Deaths have occurred on the trail previously, however none associated with an experienced group. If you are in doubt about your group’s ability to complete a private trip one option is to go with an experienced guide. Visit myclarencevalley.com.au or phone (02) 6643 0800 for a list of guides and canoe/kayak hire operators.

For further information on NSW canoe & kayak trails and paddler safety visit:

• NSW Department of Primary Industries – Lands at www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/about_recreation/canoe_and_kayak_trails for further information on canoe & kayak trail map kits.

• Waterways Guide at www.waterwaysguide.org.au to get the downloadable App providing information to explore and paddle our waterways.

• Paddle Prep at www.canoe.org.au/paddle-prep to get the downloadable App providing information on paddling skills and safety.

Section 1 - Trip detailRiver Summary: A great open Canadian section with numerous grade 1-2 rapids and two grade 3’s.

Experience Level: Intermediate

River Grade: 2-3

River Distance: 24 km

Paddling time: 6-8 hours

River levels

Min - 0.9 m (Nymboida River at Nymboida [Pollack Bridge] gauge)

Good Level - 1.2 m

Max - 1.7 m

Paddle

Start - The junction of the Nymboida and Little Nymboida Rivers, Nymboi-Binderay NP (-300 04’ 9.67”, 1520 45’ 24.03”). Access via The Junction Rd off Black Mountain Rd.

4WD recommended.

Finish - Cartmill Park, Armidale-Grafton Rd, Nymboida (-290 58’44.31” 1520 43’ 31.04”). Adjacent to Pollack Bridge. 2WD suitable.

Car Shuttle: 30km (1 hour) one way via Black Mountain Rd, Laytons Range Rd and Armidale-Grafton Rd. 4WD recommended. (Note: Last 1.5kms down to The Junction camping area is 4WD only)

Camping

Start - ‘The Junction’ Camping Area, Nymboi-Binderay NP (fees apply)

Mid-way - Black Mountain Reserve (Camping for canoeists only) on river right

Finish - Cartmill Park, Nymboida (Camping for canoeists only - otherwise day use only) adjacent to Pollack Bridge on river right (fees may apply).

Accommodation and meals:

• Nymboida Canoe Centre - 7.5km from Cartmill Park.

Spatial Services Topographic Maps:

• Glenreagh 1:25000

• Clouds Creek 1:25000

• Nymboida 1:25000

The RiverFrom The Junction, the river flattens out as it passes from mountainous terrain to cleared grazing areas. This section contains numerous grade 1-2 rapids down to Cartmill Park. However, there are two easy grade 3 rapids, one just after the start and one approx 12kms downstream (Pitkin Falls) on the left side of an island.

Hazards • The Junction Rapid (-300 04’ 8.11”, 1520 45’ 32.80”) - Grade 3.

Beware of overhanging tree branches on river right and pour-overs and holes with stoppers near the end of the rapid. Stay left of centre to avoid being swept under the overhanging branches on river right and to avoid the majority of pour-overs and holes at the end of the rapid also on river right

• Pitkin Falls (-300 01’ 45.13”, 1520 43’ 46.14”) - Grade 3.

Not recommended for novice paddlers or open canoes at higher river levels because of potential for capsize and being washed under over-hanging branches on river left. Care also needs to be taken on the Grade 2 rapid (-30° 1’43.27”, 152°43’47.38” ) leading up to Pitkin Falls as low hanging branches above the rapid and the presence of a stopper wave at higher levels may also cause a capsize leaving little/no time to recover or swim to safety before being flushed over Pitkin Falls. At higher river levels (i.e. above 1.4m) canoeists are advised to follow right hand bank and take alternative river right channel around island at -30o 01’ 41.28”, 152o 43’ 47.32”.

CAUTIONAccess to the Trail and related facilities is provided for your use and enjoyment. Members of the public using these facilities do so at their own risk. Clarence Valley Council and the Department of Industry - Lands accepts no responsibility for any injury incurred by any person when these facilities are used including if used in contravention to any information, warnings or advice provided in relation to their use.

Navigating the rapids and fast flowing sections of this Canoe & Kayak Trail requires attention and care. River features and conditions change continually. Paddlers must have the appropriate skills and equipment for the section(s) that they are paddling and remain alert for submerged and protruding objects, overhanging branches, and other hazards at all times.

This Map Kit has been produced primarily for promotional purposes and is designed as a reference guide for planning and navigation. Although most images in this Map Kit and are generally indicative of the corresponding features, some images are used for artistic purposes and may not correspond to the feature referenced. Information is correct at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Paddlers are advised to seek current information on weather, river heights and changes to river features and hazards prior to any trip undertaken.

Access to camping sites is provided for your use and enjoyment. Members of the public using camping sites do so at their own risk. It is strongly recommended that when accessing camping sites, you carry appropriate camping equipment with you at all times. Clarence Valley Council and the Department of Industry - Lands accepts no responsibility for any injury or damage arising from using the camping sites.

Some text in this Map Kit is based on NSW Canoe Association Inc. (1990) Canoeing Guide to New South Wales, published by NSW Canoeing Inc, Glebe NSW.

Most images within this Map Kit have been supplied courtesy of Dr Danny Parkin, Clarence Valley Council.

These maps have been printed on Stone Paper. http://www.stone-paper.com.au/index.html Stone Paper is water resistant, durable, recyclable & acid free.

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY - LANDS

PO Box 2185

DANGAR NSW 2309

T: 1300 886 235 (Australia wide)

T: 61 2 9842 8200 (International)

E: enquiries@crownland.nsw.gov.au

W: www.crownland.nsw.gov.au

CLARENCE VALLEY COUNCIL

myclarencevalley.com.au

T: +61 2 6643 0800

E: visit@myclarencevalley.com.au

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WARNING: Pitkin Falls RapidGPS: -30o 1’ 45.13”, 152o 43’ 46.14”Grade: 3Length: 10mHazards:• 11/2m drop between rock outcrops• over hanging branches on river leftSafest Passage: Stay in the centre of main flow following clearly defined “V” to avoid rock outcrops either side of rapid.

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