Jollie Valley

Jollie Valley (Gamack Conservation Area)

28 February 2026 – 1 March 2026

Four members headed into the Jollie Valley in the Gamack Conservation Area for a relaxed overnight trip. We kept a steady, conversational pace, stopping to take in viewpoints and check landmarks along the way. We paused late morning to look over Jollie Hut, then continued on. Lunch was held beside the Jollie river near where a couple of hunters had set up camp. Their mode of transport into this valley were electric motor bikes!

By mid-afternoon we reached Green Point Hut and chose our tent sites next to the hut. Three of us opted to explore a bit further into the valley before returning for refreshments and eventually dinner. A card game helped fill in the calm evening (note: some are more competitive than others at cards!).

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Sunday, 1 March 2026

We woke to a calm start and took our time with breakfast and packing up. Before leaving a quick check around the hut area was carried out, making sure the campsite was tidy and that nothing was left behind. With everything stowed, we headed back out of the Jollie Valley, retracing the track and stopping for short rests as needed. This is an easy overnighter into a majestic valley and I’m sure it will make it back onto the club programme in the future.

Thanks to Jenny, Robbie and Lynette for the company.