The Deep Pass Trail

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1 Hr

1.9 km One way

0 m

Moderate track

Going through one of the prettiest campsites near Lithgow, the Deep Pass Trail goes steeply into a valley surrounded by amazing cliffs, and up the other side. Nayook Canyon is a good sidetrip, with beautiful cascading waterfalls that the track climbs around.

The track on the southern side of Deep Pass

The track at Int of Nayook Crk and Carpark Servicetrail

(0km) Deep Pass Carpark → Int of Nayook Crk and Carpark Servicetrail

900 m

14 mins

0m Moderate track

From the car park, this walk heads past the gate and the information signs, and down the management trail. This goes steadily downhill, with occasional steep sections, until reaching the bottom of this valley and a small creek, just before a large clearing. (The management trail in this section is in disrepair. In several sections, the trail has large trees going across the track and it is therefore necessary to climb over these or walk around them.)

(1km) Int of Nayook Crk and Carpark Servicetrail → South-West End of Nayook Canyon

780 m

12 mins

0m Experienced only

Veer right: From the intersection, this walk heads along the bush track beside the cliffs. Gradually, the surrounding hills close in, forming a canyon. At this point, the vegetation surrounding the track is extremely dense. Continuing alongside the creek, the walk breaks out onto rockshelf and goes past some very pretty rockpools until reaching a small waterfall and pool - There is a small rope hanging down the rock beside the waterfall. The walk then climbs up the rockshelf, about 3m to the top (take extra care as this is quite slippery). From here, the walk continues along the rockshelf and beside the creek, and at several points there are rockpools with rope handles around them. The walk continues in this manner until reaching a large pool with handles all around it - walkers can expect to get wet feet as they go around this pool. On the opposite side, this walk uses the small bridge, continuing up the very small but slippery waterfall. From the top, the track continues for a short period before breaking out of the canyon and into a small valley. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn sharp right.

(1km) Int of Nayook Crk and Carpark Servicetrail → Int of Carpark Servicetrail and Deep Pass Campground

140 m

2 mins

0m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk crosses the creek and heads across the clearing, towards the toilet. Approximately 40m to the right of the toilet, at the end of the large campground, a small bush track begins.

(1km) Int of Carpark Servicetrail and Deep Pass Campground → Deep Pass Carpark (South)

890 m

13 mins

0m Moderate track

Veer right: From the end of the clearing and the start of the bush track, this walk follows the narrow track to the south-east. This travels through low-lying ferns and is quite pretty. the track turns to head west, steeply up the hill, and gradually widens until becoming a management trail. This continues up the hill until passing a gate and information signs, emerging into a car park.

Maps for the The Deep Pass Trail walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Rock Hill	1:25 000 Map Series	89312N ROCK HILL	NSW-89312N
Wallerawang	1:100 000 Map Series	8931 WALLERAWANG	8931

Cross sectional view of the The Deep Pass Trail bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Deep Pass Trail

Altitude analysis for The Deep Pass Trail

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	1.9 km
		Time	1 Hr
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 1.8km of this walk has short steep hills, whilst the remaining 140m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

Around 1km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 890m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

Around 1km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 900m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 1km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 890m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.9km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.9km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Deep Pass Trail walk.

The Nayook Canyon Bushtrack

2.2 km Circuit, 45 mins

Passing close by one of the prettiest campsites in the Blue Mountains (Deep Pass), the Nayook Canyon Bushtrack explores the beautiful Nayook Creek. Winding its way through the ferns along the creek bed, climbing small cascading waterfalls and scrambling around rock-pools are all the delights of this

Experienced only

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Deep Pass Trail walk.

The Glow Worm Tunnel Walk

2.9 km Return, 1 hr 45 mins

One of the most popular and famous tracks near Lithgow, the Glow Worm Tunnel Walk goes through a spectacular old railway tunnel. With thousands of glow worms along the sides and roof of the tunnel, a fascinating effect of the stars is produced. Remember, that it is necessary to be quiet so as not to

Moderate track

Zig-Zag Railway Walk

4.6 km Return, 1 hr 45 mins

With a steam train ride from the end of the walk back to the start, the Zig-Zag Railway Walk is a very interesting one. Climbing to the ridges above the railway, this walk offers walkers the opportunity to watch the train as it puffs and hoots it's way from Clarence Station to Bottom Points Station.

Total climbing: 245m

Moderate track

Asgard Kiln and Mine

5.6 km Return, 2 hrs

The walk to the Asgard Kiln and Mine is a great, quick trip which passes through some interesting swamp environments. The track does not get bogged in the swamp but passes along a dry service trail and bush track. The Asgard Kiln and Mine is well worth the visit, but don't forget to take a torch!

Total climbing: 221m

Hard track

Pyramid Shaped Rock

4.2 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Pyramid Shaped Rock, is a rock shaped (somewhat) like a pyramid. It is a great place to camp the night, with a flat clear area for your tent, or a nice place to stop for lunch on a day trip. The rock is adjacent to a swamp with water (normally), and the rock's proximity to Thor and Asgard Head walks

Total climbing: 154m

Moderate track

Thor Head

6.4 km Return, 2 hrs 30 mins

The walk to Thor Head has some breathtaking views. The last part of the walk follows a large unfenced cliff line and there is no track for the last 1km. The views along the way are fantastic. If the climb up Thor Head is not for you, the views from the rocky knoll along the cliff line are just as sp

Total climbing: 305m

Very experienced only

Victoria Falls

3.1 km Return, 2 hrs

The Victoria Falls walk is a great way to get up close to an amazing cascade. The walk explores the top and bottom of the falls, with the chance to climb behind Victoria Falls. This walk heads down into a section of the Grose Valley from the end of Victoria Falls Rd. Although there is no where to s

Total climbing: 431m

Hard track

Victoria Falls and Grose Valley to Blackheath Station

22.5 km One way, 3 Days

This walk explores a fantastic section of the Grose Valley. Starting above Victoria Falls, the walk explores the cascades before dropping into the valley for the first nights rest at Burra Korain campsite. The walk then heads down through the valley to the Blue Gum Forest before camping at Acacia Fl

Total climbing: 1580m

Experienced only

Victoria Falls Lookout

206 m Return, 15 mins

This short, return walk takes you to the lookout above Victoria Falls. Despite the name, the lookout does not view Victoria Falls, but instead gives a magnificent view over the Grose Valley and the surrounding cliffs. There are better lookouts closer to Blackheath, but if you're in the area this ver

Total climbing: 15m

Moderate track

Victoria Falls Lookout to Blue Gum Forest

13.8 km One way, 8 hrs

This long day-walk follows a remote track down from Victoria Falls lookout, passing the waterfall, and into the Grose Valley, to the famous Blue Gum Forest, a scenic and historic highlight of this area. From the Blue Gum Forest, the walk climbs steeply to finish at Perry's Lookdown. You will need to

Total climbing: 1102m

Experienced only

Victoria Falls to Blackheath Station

22.2 km One way, 2 Days

This is a fantastic overnight walk with a sleep in Acacia Flats camping area. The Grose Valley, with its views of the Grose River and surrounding cliffs, gives a dramatic backdrop during most of this walk. The climbs up and down the valley give an appreciation of the scale of it all. Public transpor

Total climbing: 1561m

Experienced only

Victoria Falls to Pierces Pass

8.9 km One way, 2 Days

This is a magnificent overnight walk, allowing time to really explore the area. Enjoying views of Victoria Falls and other cascades makes a great way to start this walk. The campsite of Burra Korain Flats is not as popular as Acacia Flats, enhancing the serenity of the Grose Valley. The walk out via

Total climbing: 854m

Experienced only

Pierces Pass, Blue Gum Forest, Acacia Flats to Perrys Lookdown

10.4 km One way, 5 hrs 30 mins

If you can organise the car shuttle or taxi, this is a great day walk. The track descends from the walls of Pierces Pass into another world along the Grose River, with its tall Blue Gum Forest. The optional side trip to Acacia Flats provides a great place to stop for lunch, and a toilet stop, before

Total climbing: 774m

Experienced only