Day 2 - Wild Dog Creek to Dixons Kingdom
After passing through Herods Gate you’re within the Central Walls. From here, it’s a memorable journey to Damascus Gate, surrounded by dolerite mountains, past tranquil lakes and tarns. Half way along the track to Damascus Gate, walkers have the opportunity to take a short detour to the Pool of Bethesda. Once reaching Damascus Gate, walkers can choose to ascend Solomons Throne (to the west) or The Temple (to the east). Alternatively, walkers can continue South to Dixons Kingdom campsite. When arriving at Dixons Kingdom campsite, walkers have the opportunity to undertake another side trip to Mount Jerusalem. Dixons Kingdom campsite has tent platforms and a double pedestal full capture toilet.
To keep this wild country pristine, please do not climb Solomons Throne (or the West Wall) by any route other than the track from Damascus Gate.
Side trip – Pool of Bethesda
- Distance: 200m
- Time: 30 minutes return
- Walk conditions: Easy
This short easy walk provides access to a beautiful alpine pool, nestled amongst ancient pencil pines. Swimming and camping are not allowed in this area.
Side trip - Damascus Gate to Solomons Throne (1470m)
- Distance: 750m one way, steep climb (ascending 140m)
- Time: 20 minutes one way
Walk conditions: Medium
This short yet steep ascent summits one of the higher peaks in the Walls of Jerusalem, offering exceptional 360 degree views and an opportunity to observe the unique vegetation of the plateau leading to King Davids Peak and the West Wall. Camping is not allowed in this area.
Side trip - Damascus Gate to The Temple (1446m)
- Distance: 750m one way, steep climb (ascending 116m)
- Time: 15 minutes one way
Walk conditions: Medium
This short climb rewards visitors with spectacular views of the central walls area. Camping is not allowed in this area.
Side trip – Dixons Kingdom to Mount Jerusalem (1459m)
- Distance: 1.2km one way, occasional steep climb (ascending 200m)
- Time: 1-1.5 hours one way
Walk conditions: Medium
From Dixons Kingdom, a track follows a ridgeline to ascend Mount Jerusalem. The view from the summit includes a spectacular and endless sea of lakes and tarns, with majestic dolerite mountains surrounding the inner walls. Camping is not allowed in this area.
Day 3 - Dixons Kingdom to Lake Adelaide
Between Dixons Kingdom campsite and north shore of Lake Ball, there is a well-marked track with hardened areas over boggy vegetation. To protect the alpine vegetation, please follow the marked track.
At Lake Ball, follow the route through Richea scoparia heathland, heading west along its north shore. This section of the track crosses areas of scree and exposed myrtle roots, which may require some extra attention for less experienced walkers to safely traverse. The campsite is located 300m north of Lake Adelaide shoreline and provides a grassed area for tents and a full capture toilet. Please note there is no camping permitted on the north shoreline of Lake Adelaide.
Day 4 - Lake Adelaide campsite to Main carpark
This track departs Lake Adelaide, heading north along the Junction Lake Track towards the historic Trappers Hut. The track crosses scenic valleys and alpine plains interspersed with cushion plants and pristine tarns, for an easy final day's walk. Once the main track to Wild Dog Creek is reached, follow the signs and head north to begin the steep downhill return to the main carpark via Trappers Hut.