Forest Fires 2021

In July and August 2021 a disastrous forest fire swept across from Içmeler to Turunç, continuing across and down the Bozburun peninsula.

Although Turunç itself was largely unharmed (thanks to the amazing efforts of the local families and firefighters) the fires came very close and caused considerable damage to the surrounding forests.

In addition to the direct fire damage, fire fighters had to cut fire breaks, and temporary access roads. Some of these cut across our routes and make them difficult to follow and potentially dangerous in places.

We advise extreme caution if you intend to follow any of our routes through the forests and recommend using our GPX downloads or the maps in our iPhone app (Twalks), as we know some way markers have been destroyed and obstacles created.

Some of our routes do not involve the forest and these are still perfectly safe: Amos by Road, Loryma Mountain Track, Village Amble, and Waterfall Canyon 2.

The way markers are being re-painted, and obstacles removed so hopefully all routes will be back to normal in the not too distant future. For now, please stay safe and do NOT take any risks.