Homestead Run
Alerts
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For young families or riders with insufficient time or experience to attempt the full St James Cycle Trail, the Homestead Run will give you a taste of St James.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
St James Homestead to Peters-Edwards track junction
Walking time: 2 hr 30 min
Distance: 7 km
From the St James Homestead, head up the valley to Peters Pass where a great picnic spot overlooks Waterfall Stream. Follow the trail until it intersects with the Edwards valley 4WD track.
Peters-Edwards track junction to Tophouse Road
Walking time: 1 hr 30 min
Distance: 4.2 km
Head east (right) down the 4WD track to connect with Tophouse Road.
Tophouse Road to St James Homestead
Walking time: 1 hr
Distance: 3.4 km
Getting there
From Hanmer Springs take Clarence Valley Road over Jacks Pass to connect with Tophouse Road (about 13 km from Hanmer Springs). This road follows the eastern boundary of St James Conservation Area.
Know before you go
While access into St James is relatively easy, this remains a remote backcountry area. There is no cell phone coverage. Before your trip ensure you have:
- Checked the latest forecast
- Left your intentions with someone
- A PLB (personal locator beacon) or mountain radio
- Enough warm clothing to spend the night out if you have to.
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track