BushwalkBushwalk
13 h, 2 days to 3 days
8 h to 11 h
| Start | (-33.7285118,150.3007652) |
| Mode | Bus Car (There is free parking available.) |
| Directions | From Great Western Highway, A32
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| Finish | (-33.7096169,150.3763989) |
| Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Car (There is free parking available.) Train |
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After 45 m find the "Scenic World" (9 m on your left).
 Scenic World
Scenic World
Scenic World is one of the most renowned tourist attractions of Katoomba and the Blue Mountains. Located on the cliffs of the Jamison Valley , visitors can enjoy a ride on the Scenic Railway (the world's steepest incline railway) or the Scenic Cableway, into the Jamison Valley, and explore the Scenic Walkway from the base. Alternatively, the Scenic Skyway offers a bird's eye view over the valley, with a glass floor to enhance the experience. Scenic World also features a revolving restaurant, a cafe and a kiosk, in addition to the documentary theatre and souvenir shop. Rides can be purchased, starting from $16 for adults and $10 for children, and combination or family passes are available.
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Scenic World is one of the most renowned tourist attractions of Katoomba and the Blue Mountains. Located on the cliffs of the Jamison Valley , visitors can enjoy a ride on the Scenic Railway (the world's steepest incline railway) or the Scenic Cableway, into the Jamison Valley, and explore the Scenic Walkway from the base. Alternatively, the Scenic Skyway offers a bird's eye view over the valley, with a glass floor to enhance the experience. Scenic World also features a revolving restaurant, a cafe and a kiosk, in addition to the documentary theatre and souvenir shop. Rides can be purchased, starting from $16 for adults and $10 for children, and combination or family passes are available.
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After another 75 m (at the intersection of Katoomba Falls Round Walk & Prince Henry Cliff Walk) turn right, to head along Katoomba Falls Round Walk.
After another 25 m find the "Vaniman's Lookout" (on your left).
 Vaniman's Lookout
Vaniman's Lookout
Vaniman's Lookout is a fenced, long and narrow lookout on the cliff edge, opposite Reids Plateau. The view looks directly over the Three Sisters across the Kedumba Valley, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout was considered one of the finest views on the Three Sisters in the 1900's. The lookout was named after Chester Melvin Vaniman in 1905, a well-know adventurer and artist from the USA, who visited the Blue Mountains in 1903.
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Vaniman's Lookout is a fenced, long and narrow lookout on the cliff edge, opposite Reids Plateau. The view looks directly over the Three Sisters across the Kedumba Valley, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout was considered one of the finest views on the Three Sisters in the 1900's. The lookout was named after Chester Melvin Vaniman in 1905, a well-know adventurer and artist from the USA, who visited the Blue Mountains in 1903.
After another 45 m find the "Juilets Balcony" (5 m on your right).
 Juilets Balcony
Juilets Balcony
Juliets Balcony is a spectacular lookout, perched on top of a rock buttress near Orphan Rock, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout provides sweeping views of the start of the Kedumba Valley, from Katoomba Falls to the Three Sisters. The lookout is accessed by a staircase, off the Furber Steps track. The fenceline continues along the lookout, forming a long, fenced balcony.
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Juliets Balcony is a spectacular lookout, perched on top of a rock buttress near Orphan Rock, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout provides sweeping views of the start of the Kedumba Valley, from Katoomba Falls to the Three Sisters. The lookout is accessed by a staircase, off the Furber Steps track. The fenceline continues along the lookout, forming a long, fenced balcony.
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After another 35 m (at the intersection of Furber Steps & Katoomba Falls Round Walk) turn right, to head along Furber Steps (a steps).
Then find the "Rainforest Lookout" (15 m on your left).
 Rainforest Lookout
Rainforest Lookout
Unlike many lookouts in the area, Rainforest Lookout does not offer sweeping valley views. Instead, this lookout offers an opportunity to get up close and personal with the canopy of the rainforest. Spend some time in the cool shade listening to the birds and Witches Leap creek passing by. A sign at the lookout explains that there once were wood-fired barbeques here for picnics, but removed due to the toll on the local environment.
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Unlike many lookouts in the area, Rainforest Lookout does not offer sweeping valley views. Instead, this lookout offers an opportunity to get up close and personal with the canopy of the rainforest. Spend some time in the cool shade listening to the birds and Witches Leap creek passing by. A sign at the lookout explains that there once were wood-fired barbeques here for picnics, but removed due to the toll on the local environment.
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After another 65 m (at the intersection of Federal Pass Walking Track & Scenic Walkway) continue straight, to head along Federal Pass Walking Track.
After another 1.2 km find the "The Landslide" (35 m on your left).
 The Landslide
The Landslide
'The Landslide' is a large rockfall going into the valley approximately 100m. There is a good vantage point for the landslide from under the cliffs to the east, and a great but more distant view from Narrow Neck lookout. The landslide occurred in 1931 after a few days of rumbling. There has been much debate as to whether this event was helped along by erosion and coal mining in the area at the time.
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'The Landslide' is a large rockfall going into the valley approximately 100m. There is a good vantage point for the landslide from under the cliffs to the east, and a great but more distant view from Narrow Neck lookout. The landslide occurred in 1931 after a few days of rumbling. There has been much debate as to whether this event was helped along by erosion and coal mining in the area at the time.
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After another 1.5 km (at the intersection of Federal Pass & Golden Stairs) continue straight, to head along Federal Pass.
After another 660 m find the "Miners Campsite" (10 m on your right).
 Miners Campsite
Miners Campsite
This flat campsite beside the Federal Pass walking track about 2.2km south of the intersection at the bottom of the Golden Stairs. There is short constructed stone wall left over from when there area was habited by miners. The campsite is surrounded by a tall forest, bracken ferns and some nice fern trees. There is no water or facilities.
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This flat campsite beside the Federal Pass walking track about 2.2km south of the intersection at the bottom of the Golden Stairs. There is short constructed stone wall left over from when there area was habited by miners. The campsite is surrounded by a tall forest, bracken ferns and some nice fern trees. There is no water or facilities.
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After another 155 m (at the intersection of Ruined Castle Track & Federal Pass) turn left, to head along Ruined Castle Track.
After another 20 m find the "Northern Ruined Castle campsite" (on your left).
 Northern Ruined Castle campsite
Northern Ruined Castle campsite
A short distance south east of the intersection with the Federal Pass and the northern access track to the Ruined Castle, is a fairly large basic campsite. There are two main flat areas for camping, both with fire scares. The area is surround with tall trees and ferns. There is no water nor any other facilities.
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A short distance south east of the intersection with the Federal Pass and the northern access track to the Ruined Castle, is a fairly large basic campsite. There are two main flat areas for camping, both with fire scares. The area is surround with tall trees and ferns. There is no water nor any other facilities.
Then find the "Ruined Castle mine campsite" (10 m on your left).
 Ruined Castle mine campsite
Ruined Castle mine campsite
This campsite is almost due east of Ruined Castle, just off the track that leads around the base of hill. The campsite is down a short but steep bank near the site of an old mine. The are a few campsites scattered along the flat area, mostly surrounded by some tall stringy barks. There are a few fire scars and some filtered valley views. A pleasant spot to stay. There was once a water spring nearby, but this is no longer reliable, you will need to carry in your own water.
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This campsite is almost due east of Ruined Castle, just off the track that leads around the base of hill. The campsite is down a short but steep bank near the site of an old mine. The are a few campsites scattered along the flat area, mostly surrounded by some tall stringy barks. There are a few fire scars and some filtered valley views. A pleasant spot to stay. There was once a water spring nearby, but this is no longer reliable, you will need to carry in your own water.
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After another 145 m find the "Corowal Plateau campsite" (on your left).
 Corowal Plateau campsite
Corowal Plateau campsite
The Corowal Plateau campsite is an informal campsite at the north eastern end of Mount Solitary. The clearing is set among some pleasant casurina forest. There are a few campfire scares, although this is in a fuel stove only area. There is plenty of flat area but there is no water source or any other facilities.
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The Corowal Plateau campsite is an informal campsite at the north eastern end of Mount Solitary. The clearing is set among some pleasant casurina forest. There are a few campfire scares, although this is in a fuel stove only area. There is plenty of flat area but there is no water source or any other facilities.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Chinamans Gully view. To start this optional side trip turn left here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 630 m (at the intersection of Chinaman Gully & Mount Solitary Walking Track) continue straight, to head along Mount Solitary Walking Track.
After another 1.9 km find the "Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite" (7 m on your right).
 Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite
Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite
Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite is near the northern wall, partway across the eastern half of Mount Solitary. The informal campsite sits in a pleasant little depression beside the small, usually dry creek. There is a rock platform at the top of the campsite that provides great views up the Kedumba River towards Katoomba. There is a large fire scare, but this is in a fuel stove only area, so please avoid lighting any campfires. The creek gets a small amount of water in it after rain, but it does not last long, so always best to bring your own.
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Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite is near the northern wall, partway across the eastern half of Mount Solitary. The informal campsite sits in a pleasant little depression beside the small, usually dry creek. There is a rock platform at the top of the campsite that provides great views up the Kedumba River towards Katoomba. There is a large fire scare, but this is in a fuel stove only area, so please avoid lighting any campfires. The creek gets a small amount of water in it after rain, but it does not last long, so always best to bring your own.
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After another 690 m find the "Kedumba River Campsite" (6 m on your left).
 Kedumba River Campsite
Kedumba River Campsite
This campsite is next to the Kedumba River, along the Mount Solitary walking track. This is a large clearing and basic campsite. Open fires are not permitted so it is necessary to take a fuel stove. There is normally plenty of water in the creek, but it should be treated for drinking. There are no facilities.
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This campsite is next to the Kedumba River, along the Mount Solitary walking track. This is a large clearing and basic campsite. Open fires are not permitted so it is necessary to take a fuel stove. There is normally plenty of water in the creek, but it should be treated for drinking. There are no facilities.
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After another 400 m (at the intersection of Kedumba Valley Road & Sublime Point Trail) turn left, to head along Kedumba Valley Road.
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After another 820 m (at the intersection of Tableland Road & Hordern Road) turn left, to head along Hordern Road (a residential road).
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After another 25 m find the "King's Tableland" (10 m on your left).
 King's Tableland
King's Tableland
The first point of Aboriginal and European contact in the Blue Mountains, King's Tableland is a significant Aboriginal meeting spot. Historical and cultural sites on the tableland include open campsites, occupation shelters, axe grinding grooves, stone arrangements and art sites, including cave paintings and rock engravings.
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The first point of Aboriginal and European contact in the Blue Mountains, King's Tableland is a significant Aboriginal meeting spot. Historical and cultural sites on the tableland include open campsites, occupation shelters, axe grinding grooves, stone arrangements and art sites, including cave paintings and rock engravings.
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After another 95 m find the "Rocket Point Lookout" (10 m on your right).
 Rocket Point Lookout
Rocket Point Lookout
Rocket Point Lookout is a fenced and signposted lookout, high on the cliff south-west of Wentworth Falls, in the Blue Mountains National Park. The lookout provides a good view down Wentworth Falls and into the valley. There is also a great view of the Sublime Point escarpment. The lookout itself has an interesting sandstone wall and is just down from a natural rock arch.
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Rocket Point Lookout is a fenced and signposted lookout, high on the cliff south-west of Wentworth Falls, in the Blue Mountains National Park. The lookout provides a good view down Wentworth Falls and into the valley. There is also a great view of the Sublime Point escarpment. The lookout itself has an interesting sandstone wall and is just down from a natural rock arch.
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After another 20 m find the "Grand Stairway" (on your left).
 Grand Stairway
Grand Stairway
The Grand Stairway is a very memorable section of the National Pass in the Blue Mountains National Park. The stairway is reported to be 'the tallest outdoor staircase in Australia' and was built in the early 1900's by hand (and dynamite). This stairway, and the rest of the National Pass, was built by a team nicknamed 'the Irish Brigade' for the cost of £430 . Today, the Grand Stairway is well-maintained and provides walkers access to the valley below Wentworth Falls.
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The Grand Stairway is a very memorable section of the National Pass in the Blue Mountains National Park. The stairway is reported to be 'the tallest outdoor staircase in Australia' and was built in the early 1900's by hand (and dynamite). This stairway, and the rest of the National Pass, was built by a team nicknamed 'the Irish Brigade' for the cost of £430 . Today, the Grand Stairway is well-maintained and provides walkers access to the valley below Wentworth Falls.
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At the intersection of Wentworth Falls Track & Rocket Point Circuit turn right, to head along Wentworth Falls Track.
Then find the "Queen's Cascades" (5 m on your right).
 Queen's Cascades
Queen's Cascades
Queen's Cascades are a lovely set of falls on the Jamison Creek at the top of Wentworth Falls. The creek heads down the wide, two-stage cascades into a sandy pool. From the pool, the water flows between the stepping stones, under the fence and down the very tall Wentworth Falls. There are also great views to Sublime Point across the valley.
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Queen's Cascades are a lovely set of falls on the Jamison Creek at the top of Wentworth Falls. The creek heads down the wide, two-stage cascades into a sandy pool. From the pool, the water flows between the stepping stones, under the fence and down the very tall Wentworth Falls. There are also great views to Sublime Point across the valley.
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After another 40 m (at the intersection of Weeping Rock Circuit & Wentworth Falls Track) continue straight, to head along Weeping Rock Circuit.
After another 65 m find the "Weeping Rock" (9 m on your right).
 Weeping Rock
Weeping Rock
Weeping Rock is a waterfall on Jamison Creek, upstream of Wentworth Falls in the Blue Mountains National Park. The water falls over the wide circular top overhang, to then cascade down the rocks to a pool below. A staircase beside the falls helps walkers view this waterfall from different angles. This is a nice cool spot on hot days. The rocks are slippery and there are no fences, care is needed.
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Weeping Rock is a waterfall on Jamison Creek, upstream of Wentworth Falls in the Blue Mountains National Park. The water falls over the wide circular top overhang, to then cascade down the rocks to a pool below. A staircase beside the falls helps walkers view this waterfall from different angles. This is a nice cool spot on hot days. The rocks are slippery and there are no fences, care is needed.
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After another 80 m pass the "Falls Bistro" (35 m on your left). W:katoombarsl.com.au
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Class 5/6 Very challenging |
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| Length | 29.9 km |
| Time | 13 h, 2 days to 3 days |
| Quality of track | Rough unclear track (5/6) |
| Gradient | Very steep and difficult rock scrambles (5/6) |
| Signage | No directional signs (5/6) |
| Infrastructure | No facilities provided (5/6) |
| Experience Required | High level of bushwalking experience recommended (5/6) |
| Weather | Forecasted & unexpected severe weather likely to have an impact on your navigation and safety (5/6) |
Campsite: There are 8 on route, on average they are 3.3 km apart with the largest gap of 14.3 km.
Shelter: There is one 7.2 km from the start.
Toilet: There are 6 on route, on average they are 4.3 km apart with the largest gap of 22.3 km.
Seat: There are 6 on route, on average they are 4.3 km apart with the largest gap of 28.5 km.| Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Toilet
| 45 m | [toilet] |
Toilet
| 145 m | [toilet] |
Seat
| 370 m | [seat] |
Seat
| 580 m | [seat] |
Seat
| 650 m | [seat] |
Seat
| 960 m | [seat] |
Seat
| 1.3 km | [seat] |
Camp site
| 5.8 km | [camp site] |
Campsite
| 6.5 km | Miners Campsite |
Campsite
| 6.7 km | Northern Ruined Castle campsite |
Toilet
| 6.7 km | [toilet] |
Shelter
| 7.2 km | [shelter] |
Toilet
| 7.2 km | [toilet] |
Campsite
| 7.2 km | Ruined Castle mine campsite |
Campsite
| 9.6 km | Corowal Plateau campsite |
Campsite
| 10.3 km + 25 m | Chinamans Gully Campsite |
Campsite
| 12.2 km | Singa-Jingawell Creek Campsite |
Campsite
| 15.6 km | Kedumba River Campsite |
Toilet
| 29.5 km | [toilet] |
Toilet
| 29.9 km | [toilet] |
Seat
| 29.9 km | [seat] |
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Then cross the bridge (about 75 m long)
Then pass the car park (50 m on your left).
Then head down the steps (about 490 m long)
After another 165 m head through/around the gate.
After another 10 m pass the artwork (on your right).
After another 70 m pass the sign (on your left).
After another 540 m pass the "Ruined Castle campsite" (10 m on your left).
After another 65 m pass the "Mount Solitary" (10 m on your left).
After another 40 m cross the stepping stones.
Then head up the steps (about 6 m long)
After another 25 m pass the playground (25 m on your left).
After another 150 m pass the "Chinamans Cave" (15 m on your right).
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 350 m to the main route.
