Summary

The Blue Mountains National Park is one of the most popular in Australia. 81kms west of Sydney, it boasts more than 140kms of walking tracks with spectacular scenery and wildlife.

Walks in Blue Mountains National Park

Medium

4 km one-way

90 mins

Govetts Leap to Pulpit Rock

There is nothing more interesting than taking a remarkable walk to Pulpit Rock. The area offers magnificent scenery beyond the cliff line surrounding the Grose Valley. Most of the views are coming from the Griffiths Taylor Wall, the Evans Lookout and the Govetts Leap. You will get to see amazing section of coastline and heath land which makes Pulpit Rock an interesting place to explore

Medium

6 km return

3 hrs

Grand Canyon Track

“Creeks, waterfalls and spectacular views are just some of the things that make this walk really great.”

Arresting sandstone walls, ever-present waterfalls and abundant native plants line the awesome Grand Canyon track near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains. The historic loop track takes you into the heart of this World Heritage-listed landscape. It's an intimate and adventurous track which walkers have trodden since 1907.

Setting out from Evans lookout, the well-shaded track meanders through luscious native vegetation of ferns and golden wattles, and remains close to Greaves Creek, all of which combine to make this a particularly good walk for the summer months. Shorten the loop by leaving a second car at the Evans Lookout Road entrance or spend the day and stop for lunch at the nearby picnic area before returning to the lookout.

Although there are loads of semi-ledges which make up this challenging walk, you don’t need specialist hiking or abseiling equipment, so comfortable walking shoes are all you’ll need to get out there and explore.

Hard

19 km return

2 days

Grand Cliff Top Walk

Hike 19km in 2 days (or 1 long day) along the Grand Cliff Top Walk, which seamlessly links Wentworth Falls, Leura, and Katoomba. You'll discover Aboriginal culture, spectacular lookouts, countless waterfalls, and unique Blue Mountains villages.

Very Hard

26 km return

2 days

Kanangra to Kowmung River

A tough overnight walk from Kanangra Walls in the Blue Mountains, down to the wild Kowmung River. This describes the shortest route from Kanangra Walls.

Hard

22 km one-way

2 days

Katoomba to Wentworth Falls via Mt Solitary

A fairly solid 2-day walk that takes you along the Jamison Valley from Katoomba (and optionally up) to Ruined Castle, over Mt Solitary and back up to Wentworth Falls. There’s some steep sections (up and down!) on both days, rewarded by some great views, waterfalls and cascades and nice walking trails. It can easily be done by public transport, or with a car shuffle.

Easy

1.8 km one-way

75 mins

Leura Cascades to Gordon Falls

Varied between rocky climbs and patches of rainforest. An easy day walk from Leura Cascades that finishes at Gordon Falls Reserve (barbie and picnic facilities available at both ends). Lovely views of the Jamison Valley throughout.

Medium

7 km return

2 hrs

Lockleys Pylon

Lockleys Pylon walking track, just near Leura, is an easy walk offering scenic views, outstanding photography opportunities, wildflower displays and birdwatching. It's possible to extend this walk by taking a (steep) track down to the Blue Gum Forest.

Easy

1.7 km return

1 hr

Lyrebird Dell Walking Track

A loop walk from Gordon Falls picnic area down to Gordon Creek to the Pool of Siloam then Lyrebird Dell and returning to Gordon Falls picnic area. Incorporates parts of the Pool of Siloam walking track.

Hard

5.4 km return

3 hrs

Martins Lookout to Lost World Lookout

A half-day walk with nice views in the lower Blue Mountains – be prepared for some short but tough climbs. Starts at Lost World Lookout before descending to the bottom of the valley, and back up the other side to Lost World Lookout. Steep and rough track up from the creek, but nice views once you reach the ridge on the opposite side.

Hard

16 km return

6 hrs

Mount Solitary

This day hike takes you on the Golden Stairs, past the Ruined Castle rock formation, and a rock scrabble up to Mount Solitary. Amazing views of the across Jamison's Valley and surrounding areas. Like all the guidebooks and signs say, this is for experienced bushwalkers and I would highly recommend not doing it solo due to the exposure during the scrabble up to Mount Solitary. If you feel like walking a little further, there are aboriginal cave paintings at Chinaman's Gap. Please be respectful and follow all instructions on the signs.