Activities at Neurum Creek Bush Retreat

Lots of fun can be had with canoes (even when the creek is only trickling).
For the enthusiast you can travel around 2km up Delaneys Creek from the Wallaby Waterhole, or over 1km north in Neurum Creek from the Platypus Pond (the creek is subject to seasonal rise & fall so check with us prior to bringing your canoe).

Australia Day has found a new tradition at NCBR, this is when we host the annual "Pie Bake Off" which commenced in 2009. The rules will become more defined for the future. Such as, Camp oven only, open fire or heat beads to cook pie. (gas can be used to pre cook filling) Filling to be cooked on site.
The inaugural bake off had 32 entries we want a minimum of 50.
Be in it!

There are approximately 2 kilometers of roads within the retreat, plus many tracks & trails for riding (helmets & road rules apply to all) enthusiasts can venture into D'Aguilar National Park (Mt Mee) and visit the rock pool waterhole quite easily by bike In addition to our normal roads. We have a new Bike Track where hours of fun and tonnes of energy will be put in by the kids !

The all time favourite of the kids, the "Shady Waterholes" are great for water fun and exerting energy (parents must supervise their own children)

The waterholes are subject to rise and fall over the various seasons.

There are several walking trails (approx 15 kilometres in all) that traverse the property. Ranging from low level easy walking through modest to extreme. Our trail (1) is the most popular with a total distance of 4km. The degree of difficulty is 20% as a couple of hills are encountered, the longest being 300 metres. Whilst this trail can be walked easily by most in 45 minutes allow 1.5 hours to enjoy the views and scenery along the way. Walkers should obtain current map from office.

We are now developing 6 seperate trail maps and expect to have them loaded soon.

Various tracks & trails (many are mowed & maintained) provide for hours of enjoyment for all ages & levels of fitness.
 

The "Creek Walk" being the lowest energy suits everyone from the kids to the grandparents. The "Lower Slope Trails" are easy for most & give you great views. The "Mountain Trails" are for the more energetic. Any person attemping the & "Twin Gorges Trail" should inform the office of their intention.

You are welcome to bring "Fido" along as long as you observe a few fundamental rules. Keep on leash on arrival and during your camp set up. Keep on leash when at office/shop or at amenities (not in amenities) Keep on a leash during all times unless you are actualy engaged in some interaction such as ball throwing, swimming, or remote area walking away from other campers. The only other one is you must pick up after "Fido" goes to the toilet.

Quoits is one game that can be played by all ages.

Why not challenge your kids to a game, or try out your family skills at hopscotch.

Boccee is another great game and you can borrow a Boccee set free from the office.

Several times throughout the year we provide "Kids Club Fun" such as "Face Painting" & "The Neurum Tug of War", watch the website for these activities

Australia Day Can Castle Building, is a great challenge for the young at heart.
The concept was developed on Australia day 2009 as a new summer activity and is an annual event.

While there is no 4WD"ing or Motorbike riding on the property, D'Aguilar National Park (Mt Mee) is just 3 Kms along Rasmussen Road, offering endless tracks & trails for the enthusiasts. Permits are not required. All vehicles (cars & bikes) must be registered and Drivers/Riders licenced.

Mini Bikes (motor driven) and un-registered trail bikes are strictly NOT ALLOWED to be ridden on the property and must be kept on transport vehicles at all times. ZERO TOLERANCE APPLIES.
Registered trail bikes with licensed riders may be ridden at walking pace only from campsite to property entrance.

More than 80 different birds have been identified on the property, a list & pictures are available at the office. Butterflies abound during the late summer, autumn & early winter months.

There are vegetation communities that are regionally significant, not to mention a large specimen "Ficus Virens" a rare deciduous Fig. The more well known trees are Silky Oaks, Red & White Cedars, Bottle-Brush, Grevillea, Guava & Bush Lemons and more, all are putting on a show at different times throughout the year.