Wentworth Falls track is a 1.4km, grade 3 hike located in the Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.
Hike summary
This short but steep walk from Wentworth Falls picnic area is well worth the effort. Follow the level path past Jamison and Wentworth lookouts before descending around 200 steps to the cliff-edge Fletchers lookout. Marvel at the waterfall that gives Wentworth Falls its name, as it plunges 100m to the valley floor.
From here, it's a few more minutes down steps to the very top of the Falls, where Jamison Creek cascades into a shallow pool to one side and the magnificent Jamison Valley opens out on the other.
Make your way back via the same route, or continue for a minute along National Pass to take in exhilarating views and wonder at this incredible feat of engineering, before backtracking to the picnic area. If you're feeling energetic, combine Wentworth Falls track with the short Weeping Rock circuit, the varied Undercliff track or historic Princes Rock lookout track.
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Tips
Please take care and stay on the track as there are hidden cliff edges in this area of the park. Children should be supervised.
This track has sections of steep stairs that are not suitable for prams.
Wentworth Falls picnic area and nearby walks can be busy places on weekends and holidays, so parking may be limited.
While water is available at the picnic area, it's a good idea to bring some extra water with you.
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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Getting there
To Wentworth Falls carpark. Wentworth Falls track starts from Wentworth Falls picnic area in Blue Mountains National Park. To get there from Sydney:Drive west along the Great Western Highway, towards KatoombaAt Wentworth Falls village, turn left at the traffic lights onto Falls RoadFollow the signs for Wentworth Falls picnic area to the end of Falls Road Park entry points Wentworth Falls carpark See on map Road quality Sealed roads Vehicle access 2WD vehicles Weather restrictions All weather Parking Parking is available at Wentworth Falls picnic area including designated disabled spots. Overflow parking is available on Falls Road. By public transport Regular trains run from Sydney Central Station to Wentworth Falls. The picnic area is around 2km walk along Falls Road, or you can catch a bus to the corner of Fletchers Road and Falls Road.
Let someone know before you go
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.