Grand Canyon Track
Blue Mountains National Park
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“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.
Getting there
Grand Canyon track starts at Evans lookout in the northern precinct of Blue Mountains National Park.
To get there:
- Turn right off Great Western Highway into Evans Lookout Road near Blackheath
- Continue along Evans Lookout Road, following the signs to Evans lookout.
The loop track can also be started from the parking area on the southern side along Evans Lookout Road or at the nearby picnic area.
Maps
Which maps cover the area?
Route/Trail notes
The walk is clearly signed. The gps track is also uploaded.
Permits/Costs
NIL
Other References
http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/Blue-Mountains-National-Park/Grand-Canyon-Track/walking
Grand Canyon Track (KML)
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