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only part of the park can be reached by vehicle. A more satisfactory way to explore the park is on foot or by mule following extensive networks of tracks used by local communities for centuries to travel between the villages on the lower slopes or to reach the high pastures. These tracks are ideal walking routes and, combined with the ranges impressive scenery, make the simiens an excellent area for trekking. The most popular trekking routes are along the western side of the massif these take in the most impressive sections of the famous escarpment. Treks begin and end in Debark the obvious place to organize a hike. The park camps of Sanka bar, Chenek and Geech make convenient spot at which to overnight. See the options under trekking in the simiens