The Casuarina Coastal Reserve
This Reserve protects about 1500ha of coastal habitats between the estuaries of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek, in the Darwin area. It includes 8 km of sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and shady casuarina trees. Behind the dunes lie typical Top End coastal plant communities including patches of woodlands, monsoon forests, mangroves and paperbarks.
The Larrakia people speak for this area and maintain links with the land. This area's sacred and significant sites include Dariba Nunggalinya (Old Man Rock) visible at low tide from Dripstone Cliffs lookout. Although fishing is permitted, disturbing the rock in any way or the removal of shellfish at this site is prohibited. Also in the Park are World War II artillery observation posts providing a reminder of the area's wartime involvement.
The cache is near a Power substation along Rocklands drive and there is room to park off the road.
If you're planning to walk the whole trail (I'd recommend a push bike) you should allow 2 to 3 hours and take a couple of litres of water as well. Insect repellent and sun cream might also come in handy.
CCR = Casuarina Coastal Reserve or Croker Crew Ramble? No room for swaps and don't forget to bring a pen!