List of Bushwalks in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

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Map of bushwalks in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

List of bushwalks in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Found 8 walks

Carlotta Arch Track

1 km return

25 min to 30 min

From Caves House, this short but relatively steep trail goes up to Carlotta Arch, enjoying fantastic views out over Blue Lake, the Jenolan Valley and River. Back at Caves House, you can enjoy a cup of coffee or a milkshake in the bistro. For those in Jenolan primarily do a caves tour, this is a great walk to add a little bit of variety to your day. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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McKeowns Valley Lookdown Walk

2.3 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

McKeowns Valley Lookdown Walk

Following the ridge above the Jenolan River, this walk enjoys great views of the valley along its course. From the various lookouts along the way, it is possible to see the Six Foot Track across the valley. Caves House is a great spot to start and end the walk with a relaxing hot drink or snack. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Caves

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River Walk (Blue Lake)

2.7 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min

River Walk (Blue Lake)

2.7 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min

This walk takes you from the Grand Arch along the surreal Blue Lake, following the hillside downstream to the old Jenolan Caves Hydroelectric Station. The track is dotted with magnificent views of Carlotta's Arch and the top of the Grand Arch. The circuit-style walk brings you underneath the bridge and back to the amazing Grand Arch. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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McKeowns Valley Walk

3 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

Exploring the Jenolan River, this track makes for one of the more beautiful walks in the Jenolan area as it winds its way along the creek bed. High cliffs on either side form an amazing valley, and there are views of the caves as well as a great spot to break at the campsite. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cafe

Caves

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McKeowns Valley Circuit

3.4 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h

McKeowns Valley Circuit

Looping around the northern bush tracks surrounding Jenolan Caves, this walk explores a variety of different environments, up on the ridges and down along the river. The campsite is a great spot to break and enjoy the quiet, at one of the less-frequented areas of the park. Be sure to allow time to enjoy the views from up on the ridge and especially of Carlotta's Arch. Watch out for stinging nettles down on the river. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Caves

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Jenolan Cottages to Caves

4.5 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Jenolan Cottages to Caves

This is a great walk for those staying at Jenolan Cottages and wanting to walk to the Caves. Following the well-maintained and signposted Six Foot Track, there are great views and a variety of environments to enjoy. Be sure to notice the buildings surrounding Caves House as you come into the Jenolan Area. To finish the walk, Caves House is a great spot to sit and have a cup of coffee before exploring the caves or heading back to the cottages. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Caves

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Six Foot Track

44.6 km oneway

16 h, 2 days to 3 days

16 h, 2 days to 3 days

Run

7 h 30 min to 12 h

This classic walk takes you from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves via a historic horse route. The walk travels mainly along well-maintained service tracks and explores Nellie's Glen, Megalong Valley, Cox's River, Black Range, and Jenolan. There are well established and popular campsites along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug and Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Six Foot Track (Alum Creek Reserve)

44.8 km oneway

16 h to 2 days

Six Foot Track (Alum Creek Reserve)

The Six Foot Track is a classic walk which takes you from the Explorers Tree in Katoomba out to the amazing Jenolan Caves. This walk stays the night in Alum Creek Reserve before tackling the long hill up to Black Range Road. The walk is a classic and normally done in 3 days, this two day option is for the fit and keen. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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