What do you need in summer? plenty of shade within an alpine atmosphere. The crag is not everyone’s cup of tea but it’s kooky climbs keep things interesting. Stay cool and pick off any number of the stared climbs on lead or top rope.

Ben Cairn is located in the state forest high above the Yarra Valley near Healsville.

This trip is a day trip and suitable for anyone although beginners would be significantly challenged by the unique nature of the rock, but hey it’ll be fun.