Princes Rock walking track is a 1.8km, grade 3 hike located in the Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.
Hike overview
This historic track leads to one of the best lookouts in Blue Mountains National Park. Princes Rock walking track winds down from Wentworth Falls picnic area and follows a path trodden by sightseers since the late 1890s, with exceptional views over Wentworth Falls.
Keep an eye out for the old water fountains dotted along this medium track and admire their heritage design. Upon reaching the distinctive parapet-style historic lookout, gaze across the falls and Kings Tableland on your left. Mount Solitary, rising out of Jamison Valley, is a sight to be savoured and well worth the medium-sloped walk.
If all that fresh air and walking has you thinking of food, it might be time to unroll the blanket for a leisurely lunch, just like picnickers have been doing for over 100 years. Or for more things to do, visit Conservation Hut, just minutes away.
Take a virtual tour of Princes Rock walking track captured with Google Street View Trekker.
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Getting there
To Wentworth Falls carpark. Princes Rock walking track starts at Wentworth Falls picnic area in Blue Mountains National Park. To get there from Great Western Highway, follow the signs to Wentworth Falls picnic area. Park entry points Wentworth Falls carpark See on map Parking Parking is available at Wentworth Falls picnic area. It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.
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About the region
Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and Country NSW regions
Blue Mountains National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. Some parts of the park close overnight; details are provided for specific attractions.
9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
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Acknowledgement of Country
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