Starting at Cooks Mill Campground near Little River, this hike follows Friends Nature Trail over some small foot bridges that cross the river until linking up with Tweed Spur Road. From here you will follow the road south until joining Messmate Track which is steep and challenging path across gullies and dense forest. After walking this tretch you will ascend to Sugarloaf Saddle Day Visitors Area where a carpark can be found and a choice of direction must be made. The Two trails are canyon track which is a hard track that requires rock scrambling and will take you to Sugarloaf Peak and Wells Cave Track which is harder and should only be attempted by ‘Very’ experienced hikers as it takes you through the lower section of the track (see note). Beyond Sugarloaf Peak you will be required to rock hop and scramble over boulders as you walk towards Farmyard Campsite. From there you will be required to make a steep decent down to Jawbone Car park before a softer walk back to Cooks Mill Campground through a forested area which will mark the conclusion of your walk.

*Please note that the Wells Cave Route is an accent only track and should not be attempted as a decent route, this part of the trail requires near vertical rock scrambling and should only be attempted by experienced hikers who have knowledge about how to stay safe while doing this very intensive activity. Avoid this hike after rain or bad weather.