The Shortcut Track (1.1km), Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales

The Shortcut Track is a 1.1km, grade 3 hike located in the Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.

Length: 1.1km

Duration: 45 mins

Grade: 3

Style: One way

Start: 90 Fletcher St

End: Sir H Burrell Dr

Location: Blue Mountains National Park

Closest town: Wentworth Falls

New South Wales

From state capital: 97.3km

Longitude: 150.3629038

Latitude: -33.72021565

Hike summary

While not as spectacular as other walks in the Wentworth Falls area this walk is not without it's charm. Going from Conservation Hut to the Falls Picnic Area this track does provide a great access route between two popular picnic and eating locations and access to many of the walks in the area.

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