Faulconbridge to Blaxland

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Time 2 Days
One way 15.2 km One way
Climb 693 m
Grade 5 Experienced only
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This two-day walk, or very solid one-day walk, takes you from station to station, through lush, scenic forest in the lower Blue Mountains. The walk follows the upper section of Glenbrook Creek most of the way to Blaxland, with a venture over the St Helena Ridge to add some views. An enjoyable two-day walk exploring the diverse range of gully and rocky ridge-top environments in the lower Blue Mountains.

* This walk passes through very remote areas and sections have no visible track. At least one person in your group should have training and experience in off track walking and navigation. Even with these notes and a GPS these extra skills and equipment are required.

Victory Track leading behind houses. Track down towards Clarinda Falls Victory Track through the ferns Clarinda Falls intersection Moss on rock beside the Victory Track Rocks lining track through Victory Track clearing Bush canopy above the Victory Track Victory Track Pool Track across creek Sassafras and Victory Track intersection Fern Bridge over the creek Wiggins Track intersection Water running over rocks Sassafras Creek Track under rock overhangs Pool in Sassafras Creek Clearing of Perch Ponds camping area Sign in Perch Ponds camping area Ferns beside track to Martins Lookout Signs below Martins Lookout Glenbrook Ck below Martins Lookout Martins camping area Signpost to Bunyan and Martins lookouts Glenbrook Creek below Martin's Lookout Track along St Helena spur Start of track down to Glenbrook Ck View across to Blaxland Arrow showing the way down to Glenbrook Ck Tape showing the way down to Glenbrook Ck Leaves Track up from Glenbrook Ck Pool next to track Track up to Blaxland Library car park Scratched tree with directions Reflection in rock pool Track down from Blaxland Library

Faulconbridge

Faulconbridge, in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales, was named after the maiden name of Sir Henry Parkes' mother. Faulconbridge sits on the Great Western Highway and is surrounded by valleys of lush bushland. This picturesque town was a home, and final resting place, for Sir Henry Parkes', heralded as the 'Father of Federation'. Faulconbridge was originally explored by non-indigenous Australians in 1813, by Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson who were searching for a route over the Blue Mountains .

(0km) Faulconbridge Station → No. 10 Sir Henrys Pde

distance 410 m time 8 mins climb 10m descent -16m Moderate track
From the top of Faulconbridge Station, the walk heads off the station overpass to the bushland side of the station (if you come to a car park, you have gone to the wrong side of the station). The walk then keeps the rail line on the left as it follows the footpath down to the road. After a while, the walk comes to an intersection with Sir Henrys Pde, opposite house number 10.

Victory Track

Victory Track
The Victory Track is more formally know as the 'Sir Henry Parkes Victory Track'[4] and is called the 'Victoria Track' in many guide books. The track starts near Sir Henry Parkes' grave in Faulconbridge and leads to Sassafrass Gully Creek. Sir Henry Parks (1815-1896) was a politician and journalist, born in England. He is considered to be the 'Father of Federation' for Australia, although he died of natural causes 5 years before Australia's federation. Parkes was the premier of New South Wales five times. The town Parkes was named in his honour. Parkes would sometime write under the pseudonym 'Faulconbridge' (his mothers maiden name) for the Sydney Morning Herald and other papers and Faulconbridge (the township) was named after his mother when Parkes purchased 600 acres in 1877. More info.

(0km) No. 10 Sir Henrys Pde → Int. Victory Trk and Clarinda Falls

distance 1.3 km time 38 mins climb 15m descent -173m Hard track
Turn right: From 10 Sir Henrys Pde (bushland side), the walk follows the 'Victory Track' sign down into the bush. The walk passes under a few rock overhangs and then crosses a creek. Passing a smaller track (on the left, which leads to the top of the falls), the walk soon comes down to a 'Clarinda Falls' sign[10].

(2km) Int. Victory Trk and Clarinda Falls → Clarinda Falls

distance 30 m time 1 mins climb 1m descent -4m Moderate track
Turn left: From the intersection, the track follows the 'Clarinda Falls' sign[11] towards the log fallen on the rock. The track tends left around the hillside, coming to Clarinda Falls. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.

Clarinda Falls

Clarinda Falls
Clarinda Falls is a charming waterfall on Sassafras Creek. The water cascades over a near-vertical wall, into a sandy pool below. The falls are signposted from the main track and provide a nice cool detour, especially on warmer days. The falls are named for the first wife of Sir Henry Parkes, 'Father of Australian Federation'.

(2km) Int. Victory Trk and Clarinda Falls → Victory Trk camping area

distance 630 m time 18 mins climb 23m descent -72m Hard track
Turn right: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Sassafras Gully' sign[13] down the hill. The track keeps the creek on the left as it continues down the gully then crosses a creek junction. The walk meanders down the hillside and soon crosses a larger creek junction, before entering a campground clearing (beneath power lines).

Victory Track camping area

Victory Track camping area
Victory Track camping area is a fairly large, informal camping place at the junction of Sassafras and Numantia Creeks. The clearing is in a moist section of forest with plenty of shade. Water from the creek should be treated before use.

(2km) Victory Trk camping area → Victory Trk pool

distance 880 m time 24 mins climb 61m descent -78m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the campground clearing, the walk follows the creek, keeping it to the left. The track winds up the hill and back down to the creek a few times and soon comes to an intersection with a faint track on the left (which leads to a pool in the creek).

Victory Track pool

Victory Track pool
The Victory Track pool is an unofficially-named pond in Sassafras Creek. The pond is deep in parts but not adequate for a swim. It does, however, offer a chance to rest and gaze over the water. There is a small sandy beach, some moss-covered rocks and a lovely grove of Sassafras trees around the pool. This is a nice spot to stop, catch your breath and soak up your surroundings.

(3km) Victory Trk pool → Perch Ponds camping area

distance 3.4 km time 1 hr 11 mins climb 85m descent -165m Hard track
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads down the valley, keeping the creek on the left. The walk soon turns left, crosses the creek and continues down the valley, with the creek now on the right. Leading down the valley, the track then crosses a gully to arrive at a blue 'Faulconbridge Station' sign (pointing back the way you came)[14].
Turn right: From the intersection, the walk heads down across the creek in the direction of the 'To Wiggins Track' sign[15]. The walk winds along the hillside, keeping the creek on the right, passing a blue track marker[16] which directs the walk to the other side of the creek. The walk now keeps the creek on the left as it winds up to a 'Perch Ponds, Springwood Stn' sign[17].
Veer right: From the intersection, the walk follows the direction of the 'Perch Ponds' sign[18] across the hillside. The walk soon nears the creek on the left, then undulates above it for a short while. The track crosses a steeply banked creek junction, then continues following the main creek (which is on the left). The walk stays near this creek, coming into a campground clearing with large boulders.
Continue straight: From the campground clearing, the walk exits the clearing, keeping the main creek to the right, and immediately crosses a side creek. The walk keeps the main creek on the right as it slowly climbs the hillside. The track then heads downhill, passing under a few rock overhangs and soon entering the campground clearing of 'Perch Ponds'.

Perch Ponds Campsite

Perch Ponds Campsite
Perch Ponds is a lovely waterhole, with a clearing suitable to pitch a tent, located at the junction of Magdala Creek and Glenbrook Creeks. The meeting of the two creek provides a relaxing sound of rushing water and a cool spot to rest on warmer days. The campsite is a flat area above the pool marked with a fire scar. A great shady and quiet area for a camp. There are no facilities and water from the creek needs to be treated.

(7km) Perch Ponds camping area → Martins camping area

distance 1.2 km time 27 mins climb 51m descent -67m Hard track
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the direction of the 'Martins Lookout' sign across the campground clearing to an arrow bolted to a tree. The walk follows this arrow down the hill and across the creek, and then follows creek, keeping it on the right. The walk leads up the hill away from the creek to a signposted intersection for 'Martins Lookout'.
Veer right: From the intersection, the walk follows direction of the 'Long Track' sign, down the hill. The track winds down near the creek and passes a sandy beach access before soon entering a second clearing.

Martins campsite

Martins campsite
Martins campsite is an unofficial camping area beside Glenbrook Creek. The camping area is a sandy clearing, opposite cliffs on the other bank. The camping area is situated below Martins Lookout, with Bunyan Lookout up the ridge on the opposite hillside. A quiet and shaded location which can give a great night's sleep.

End of day 1

This is the planned overnight stay for the end of day 1, happy camping.

(8km) Martins camping area → Bunyan Lookout

distance 1.2 km time 44 mins climb 235m descent -39m Experienced only
Turn left: From the fireplace, the walk heads along the creek bank, keeping the creek near and on the right. The walk then tends left, up the hill to the intersection and pole without a sign.
Veer right: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Bunyan Lkt' post down the stairs. The walk soon meets the creek and turns left, following the creek for a short distance before crossing at an opening in the shrubs around the creek. From here, the walk follows the cairns (rock stacks) across creek flats before climbing the hill to the base of a small cliff line. At one point beneath the cliff line, the walk ducks through a hole in the rock, then winds up through boulders, following more cairns. The walk continues up the hill, passing through a few more rocky outcrops to reach the informal, unfenced Bunyan Lookout, in a clearing near the cliff line.

Bunyan Lookout

Bunyan Lookout
Bunyan Lookout is an large, unfenced sandstone platform overlooking the Glenbrook Creek valley. Behind the lookout, there is a small sandy clearing, big enough for a few tents. The lookout spans across Glenbrook Creek and sandstone cliffs of the valley.

(9km) Bunyan Lookout → Int. Bunyan Lookout Trk and Lost Worlds Trk

distance 570 m time 10 mins climb 18m descent -7m Moderate track
Turn sharp right: From Bunyan Lookout, the walk heads back into the clearing behind the unfenced cliff line and turns left at the cairn (if you head down into the valley, you have gone the wrong way). The walk meanders through the heath for a short time before coming to a red painted stump, on the right of the track.

(10km) Int. Bunyan Lookout Trk and Lost Worlds Trk → Lost Worlds Lookout

distance 570 m time 11 mins climb 20m descent -13m Moderate track
Turn right: From the red stump intersection, the walk follows the 'Lost Worlds' sign up the small hill. The walk winds through the bush for a short time then crosses a rocky surface. The track then leaves the rocky surface briefly to return to a similar rock surface with a white crucifix on the edge of the cliff. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Lost Worlds Lookout

Lost Worlds Lookout
Lost Worlds Lookout is a cliff edge marked by a cross. The cross commemorates the Rev. Raymer who was a prominent bushwalker in the area, and has been commemorated by a plaque at Martins Lookout across the valley. The lookout views Glenbrook Creek valley below, the surrounding cliffs and down to Penrith in the west.

(10km) Int. Bunyan Lookout Trk and Lost Worlds Trk → St Helena Ridge Lookout

distance 3.4 km time 59 mins climb 13m descent -132m Hard track
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads in a southerly direction away from the red stump, keeping it behind on the right of the track. The walk winds through the bush, crossing a few sandy areas that lead to a small cairn marking the intersection, on the left of the track.
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads south east along track soon leading downhill. The walk meanders through the heath for quite some time. The walk nears a cliff line on the left, which it continues near for a short time before opening out onto a rocky outcrop with a view across to houses on the opposite hill (just before the steep downhill section).

St Helena Ridge Lookout

St Helena Ridge Lookout
St Helena Ridge Lookout, does not have the clearest view or the most spectacular scenery. However, it is a great place to rest before continuing on your way.

(13km) St Helena Ridge Lookout → Int. Waterfall and ridge trk

distance 360 m time 18 mins climb 4m descent -122m Experienced only
Continue straight: From St Helena Ridge lookout, the walk follows a very faint track initially very steeply down off the rock platform, The track initially tends a little to the left to then follow the main ridge line down. The track soon becomes much less steep (and a little clearer) when after about 100m the faint track bends right at another rocky outcrop. Here the walk leads off the side of the ridge to then wind down through the rocky outcrops and continue down through the scrub for about 180m until just before Glenbrook Creek where this walk comes to an un-signposted intersection.

(13km) Int. Waterfall and ridge trk → St Helena waterfall

distance 160 m time 3 mins climb 4m descent -6m Experienced only
Veer left: From the intersection, the walk heads upstream, keeping the creek on the right. The track undulates along the bank, passing a few large boulders in the creek before coming to a sandy beach at a bend in the creek.
Continue straight: From the beach, the walk heads across the sand bar (covered in reeds) to come within ear-shot of the waterfall, located behind the inlet on the creek. The walk passes through the sandy, shallow section of the creek then walks up the bank and around to the waterfall. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.

St Helenas waterfall

St Helenas waterfall
St Helenas waterfall is a small fall, flowing from a side creek into Glenbrook Creek. It is rather unimpressive unless there has been recent rainfall. The water cascades down a nice rock face, among the sassafras trees and mossy rocks.

(13km) Int. Waterfall and ridge trk → Blaxland Library Carpark

distance 1.4 km time 34 mins climb 150m descent -28m Experienced only
Turn right: From the intersection, the walk heads downstream, keeping the creek on the left. After approximately 10m, the walk comes to a bushy creek crossing and winds over the rocks and through the bushes. Following this, the walk keeps the creek on the right whilst winding downstream. The track soon arrives at an intersection, which is a sandy area with rocks and stairs leading up the hill.
Turn left : From the large boulder, this walk heads up the hill and climbs the stone steps steeply, with a number of pink ribbons marking the initial track. The track continues steeply (eroded in places) up the hill and winds its way up to the un-signposted T-intersection.
Turn sharp right: From the intersection[19], this walk heads along the mostly flat track along the side of the hill, keeping the valley to your right. Soon the track leads to another intersection at the base of more stone steps, and a rock wall (on the left) that has 'Florabella Pass' engraved in it[20].
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads around the boulder (which is on the left) and soon meets a set of stairs, to the left of a 'Pippas Pass' sign[21] in a tree.
Turn right: From the intersection[22], this walk follows the 'Pippas Pass' sign[23] (that is about 2m up a tree) gently downhill along the track, directly away from the rockface, keeping the main valley to your right. The track winds along the side of the hill for about 100m to then climb up a set of sandstone steps just past a shallow sandstone overhang[24]. From here the track gently undulates along the side of the hill (with a steep valley to your right[25]) for about 300m to lead gently down and cross the usually small creek in the shaded valley[26]. Just after crossing this creek[27], the track bends left to head gently up through the valley along the base of a few natural sandstone walls[28] for about 200m, where the the track becomes rocky and starts to climb a bit more steeply. The track then leads up through a cleft in the rock[29] then about 60m later comes to a unsignposted three-way intersection (with the track on the left crossing the creek), marked with a smooth bark Angophera[30].
Turn left: From the intersection[31], this walk crosses the sandstone platform and creek[32]. Here the track winds gently uphill for about 40m to cross a smaller often dry creek [33] where the track continues uphill for another 30m to pass a grafittied sandstone overhang (on your left)[34]. The track continues gently uphill and bends right to cross a sandstone rock platform and small creek[35] to almost immediately come to a faint intersection with a track in the tall heath[36]. Here the walk turns left and heads uphill for for about 50m where the track then leads up some steps to come to the base of a sandstone cliff and smaller overhang[37]. Here the track bends left and and continues along the side of the hill for another 15m to pass a larger and more grafittied sandstone overhang[38]. From here the track continues to wind more steeply uphill for about 80m before turning left and following a wider track (away from the houses) and into the lower car park of Blaxland library just past the 'Bushcare site' information sign[39]. Here this walk turns right to head up to the library and main car park[40].

(15km) Blaxland Library Carpark → Blaxland shops

distance 460 m time 9 mins climb 28m descent -9m Very easy
Turn left: From the Blaxland Library car park[41], this walk heads up the ramp on the side of the building[42] then follows the back deck behind the library and community centre[43]. On the far side of the building, this walk follows the bitumen footpath[44] footpath uphill to turn left at the 'Blaxland Civic Centre'[45] sign onto the footpath beside Hope St. This walk follows the footpath uphill for about 150m before turning right to cross Hope St at the traffic calming device[46]. Here the walk bends left and crosses a car park entrance[47], then soon turns right into 'Station St'[48]. Here the walk heads up the footpath to cross another car park entrance[49] then onto the pedestrian lane way that leads between the buildings, under the foot bridge[50] to the main footpath, just before the Great Western Highway, among the Blaxland shops.

Blaxland

Blaxland, found along the Great Western Highway, is one of the larger towns of the Lower Blue Mountains. The town has a number of shops and petrol station all lining the highway which lies between the town and train station. Wascoe was the original name of Blaxland until 1914 when it was renamed after Gregory Blaxland who was one of the explorers who found the route across the mountains for the colony . The Blaxland community hosts a number of events during the month of September. More info.

(15km) Blaxland Shops → Blaxland Station

distance 70 m time 1 mins climb 0m descent 0m Very easy
Turn left: From the footpath, the walk uses the stairs or ramp to climb onto the pedestrian bridge. The walk then crosses the bridge over the Great Western Highway and then heads down onto Blaxland Station.

Maps for the Faulconbridge to Blaxland 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.

Springwood1:25 000 Map Series90304S SPRINGWOODNSW-90304S
Penrith1:25 000 Map Series90303N PENRITHNSW-90303N
Penrith1:100 000 Map Series9030 PENRITH9030

Cross sectional view of the Faulconbridge to Blaxland bushwalking track

Terrain profile for Faulconbridge to Blaxland

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Faulconbridge to Blaxland

Altitude analysis for Faulconbridge to Blaxland

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.

Length15.2 km
Time2 Days
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Grade 5/6



Experienced only		AS 2156.1GradientVery steep (4/6)
Quality of trackRough unclear track (5/6)
SignsNo directional signs (5/6)
Experience RequiredModerate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
WeatherStorms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
InfrastructureNo facilities provided (5/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

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

Gradient

6km of this walk has short steep hills and another 4.3km is very steep. Whilst another 4.1km has gentle hills with occasional steps and the remaining 530m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

7km of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely and another 6km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. Whilst another 1.4km follows a rough unclear track and a 940m section follows a smooth and hardened path. The remaining 55m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

6km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection and another 6km has minimal directional signs. Whilst another 2.3km is clearly signposted and the remaining 1.1km Has no directional signs.

Experience Required

14km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience and another 1.3km requires some bushwalking experience. The remaining (110m) requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 14km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 1.3km is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

8km of this walk has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) and another 4.9km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). Whilst another 2.3km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and the remaining 100m has no facilities provided.

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Faulconbridge to Blaxland walk.

Plateau Pde Florabella Pass Loop

2.6 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

Plateau Pde Florabella Pass Loop

This walk covers a short section of the magnificent Florabella Pass Track. The shorter loop takes in scenic views of the Glenbrook Gorge and some of the more impressive rock features along the track. This walk is a great way to sample the Florabella Pass in a short time.

Total climbing: 229m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Plateau Pde to Blaxland Station via Florabella Pass

2.9 km One way, 2 hrs

Plateau Pde to Blaxland Station via Florabella Pass

This lovely walk from Plateau Pde, Blaxland, explores a section of Florabella Pass and Pippas Pass. From the road you enter a different world as you walk high above Glenbrook creek. The walk takes in some great views and explores some rock formations, with an optional side trip to Glenbrook Creek. T

Total climbing: 224m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Martin's Lookout to Bunyan Lookout

3.1 km Return, 3 hrs 30 mins

Martin's Lookout to Bunyan Lookout

This walk crosses the Glenbrook Gorge, dropping from Martins Lookout, then climbing to the Bunyah lookout on the other side, and then back again. This walk is strenuous and gives a great perspective of the two lookouts and the gorge. A great walk for the fit.

Total climbing: 446m

Grade 5
  • Car

Experienced only

Clarinda Falls from Faulconbridge

3.5 km Return, 2 hrs

Clarinda Falls from Faulconbridge

This walk takes you down the start of the Victory Track to see Clarinda Falls. The falls are found in a magnificent eroded bowl covered in ferns and moss. After heavy rain, Clarinda Falls would make for an amazing site.

Total climbing: 219m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Blaxland Station to Boulder Pool

4 km Return, 2 hrs

Blaxland Station to Boulder Pool

This walk is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle, enjoying a quiet retreat beside Glenbrook Creek. This walk takes a direct route from Blaxland Station down to a pool of water with a large boulder. A wonderful place to relax and unwind. Stop off at the bakery or cafe in Blaxland for a treat

Total climbing: 217m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Blaxland Station Florabella Pass Loop

4.3 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

Blaxland Station Florabella Pass Loop

This is a great circuit walk, exploring a section of the Glenbrook Gorge from above, with an optional side trip down to the creek below. The walk has some very scenic areas and passes many interesting rock formations. Easily accessible by car or public transport, this is a great walk to start your w

Total climbing: 249m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Martin's to Lost Worlds Lookout

5.4 km Return, 3 hrs 30 mins

Martin's to Lost Worlds Lookout

This walk allows for a greater appreciation of the hills in the Glenbrook area. Starting with a view of the half-way point, Lost World's Lookout, from Martin's Lookout, you can appreciate the task ahead. The walk involves a steep descent and climb through the Glenbrook Valley. A great way to see bot

Total climbing: 504m

Grade 5
  • Car

Experienced only

Blaxland to Warrimoo Station Florabella Pass

6 km One way, 3 hrs

Blaxland to Warrimoo Station Florabella Pass

This is a wonderful walk through a section of the Glenbrook Gorge. Plenty of views are dotted along the way, looking into the gorge, with many interesting rock formations to enjoy between the views. Walking from station to station makes this a convenient walk for all. A visit to the local bakery or

Total climbing: 406m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Faulconbridge to Springwood via Sassafras Gully

6.1 km One way, 3 hrs

Faulconbridge to Springwood via Sassafras Gully

This is an enjoyable walk through the valleys joining Faulconbridge and Springwood. Using the Victory and Sassafras Gully tracks, the walk stays close to water as it descends into the valley, returning up through the changing vegetation.

Total climbing: 338m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Sassafras Gully Loop

10.5 km Circuit, 4 hrs 15 mins

Sassafras Gully Loop

The Sassafras Gully loop is an excellent walk setting out from Springwood Station. The walk uses the gullies to navigate past some wonderful rock features, dense bushland and waterfalls. A nice cool walk in the shade and never too far from water.

Total climbing: 501m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Springwood to Faulconbridge

11.5 km One way, 5 hrs

Springwood to Faulconbridge

This pleasent walk takes in the sights of two fantastic Blue Mountains valleys. The walk down from Springwood Station uses Magdala Gully to pass a number of waterfalls before visiting Perch Ponds. The walk then follows Glenbrook Creek valley up to Faulconbridge Station for the return home. A quiet w

Total climbing: 633m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Springwood to Blaxland Station

13.5 km One way, 6 hrs

Springwood to Blaxland Station

This walk offers a diverse range of vegetation and sights along its course. Passing Martins Falls and below Martins Lookout, the walk takes in some amazing views as it climbs up and down the ridge lines, above the many creeks and gullies. A walk to test your legs and your camera.

Total climbing: 628m

Grade 5
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  • Bus
  • Train

Experienced only

Martins Lookout Loop Walk

13.8 km Circuit, 6 hrs 30 mins

Martins Lookout Loop Walk

This walk offers a magnificent way to explore the Sassafras Gully, enjoying the lush valleys and deep bushland, as well as the panoramic Martins Lookout. This walk has much to offer, with many views to impress before returning to Springwood Train Station.

Total climbing: 842m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Martin's Lookout to Woodford Station

15.9 km One way, 7 hrs

Martin's Lookout to Woodford Station

A long day walk, with a few solid hills to start, and some great views. The walk follows the St Helena Ridge, after crossing the Glenbrook Creek, then continues along The Oaks Fire Trail to Woodford Station. The the last part of the walk follows a management trail with plenty of wild flowers at the

Total climbing: 892m

Grade 5
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Experienced only

Woodford to Blaxland Station

18.3 km One way, 7 hrs 15 mins

Woodford to Blaxland Station

This walk takes a scenic route across the ridges and down to Glenbrook Creek before climbing to Blaxland. The walk is dotted with many views and usually much wildlife along the way. If there has been substantial rain, the side trip to St Helena waterfall is worth checking out.

Total climbing: 519m

Grade 5
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Experienced only

Woodford to Faulconbridge

23.4 km One way, 2 Days

Woodford to Faulconbridge

This walk starts out as mainly service trail to then drop into the Glenbrook Ck Valley for an overnight stay at Martins camping area. The next day the walk follows the winding bush track up the valley to Faulconbridge. In doing so the walk passes Clarinda Falls and some large pools which compliment

Total climbing: 955m

Grade 5
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Experienced only

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Faulconbridge to Blaxland walk.

Lawson Lookout from Fairy Dell Reserve

2.7 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Lawson Lookout from Fairy Dell Reserve

This walk is a great way to go to Lawson Lookout, especially if you are coming from Fairy Dell Reserve picnic area. With Springwood just out of ear shot, the walk meanders down the Magdala Gully, then leads up to Lawson Lookout for a great view across the valley.

Total climbing: 149m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Springwood to Martins Falls

9 km Return, 4 hrs

Springwood to Martins Falls

This walk to Martins Falls follows the Magdala Gully down from Springwood. The valley is cool and dark, and the track is never far from water. Martins Falls are a great place to hang out for lunch, or sit and enjoy the cool of the falls from the rocks. A great walk with a lush waterfall to explore.

Total climbing: 413m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Raymond Rd to Lawsons Lookout

202 m Return, 15 mins

Raymond Rd to Lawsons Lookout

This is short walk to a view across Magdala Gully. The walk follows a track that leads to a the moderately large clearing behind the lookout. The view from the lookout is not as spectacular as many other lookouts in the area, but can be quite intriguing with a morning mist lifting from the valley.

Total climbing: 20m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Moderate track

Martin's Lookout

180 m Return, 15 mins

Martin's Lookout

This short and enjoyable walk visits a classic lower Blue Mountains view. Martin's lookout is marked by a memorial plaque looking across to Lost World Lookout, on the other side of Glenbrook Creek. A great short walk if you are in the area or are passing through the Lower Blue Mountains.

Total climbing: 17m

Grade 3
  • Car

Moderate track

Martin's Lookout to Glenbrook Creek

1.2 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Martin's Lookout to Glenbrook Creek

From Martin's Lookout, this walk drops down to Glenbrook Creek before climbing back up to the stunning Martin's Lookout. This is a great walk if you find you have some extra time when visiting Martin's lookout.

Total climbing: 199m

Grade 4
  • Car

Hard track

Woodford Station to cliff lookout

8.6 km Return, 3 hrs 30 mins

Woodford Station to cliff lookout

Woodford Station allows for easy access to this impressive lookout. The walk to the lookout is mainly on service trail, however the view is found by following a narrow bush track. The cliffs are quite high and unfenced providing a good vista over the trees.

Total climbing: 346m

Grade 4
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  • Train

Hard track

Woodford to Glenbrook

29.6 km One way, 3 Days

Woodford to Glenbrook

This is a leisurely three day walk which heads along the ridges from Woodford down to Glenbrook. Features of this walk include the many great views, lush bushland, and Glenbrook Creek with Jellybean Pools. A great walk with much to offer those looking for a relaxing few days of walking.

Total climbing: 731m

Grade 4
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  • Train

Hard track

Charles Darwin, National Pass and Nature Track walk

8.6 km Circuit, 5 hrs

Charles Darwin, National Pass and Nature Track walk

This is a wonderful circuit walk that starting at Wentworth Falls Train Station. You kick off with a lovely stroll down Charles Darwin walk to Weeping Rock where you soon come to Queen's Cascades and the wonderful views in to the valley. Now we walk partway down the cliff on the Grand Stairway to

Total climbing: 903m

Grade 4
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  • Train

Hard track

The Charles Darwin Walk

5.6 km Return, 2 hrs

The Charles Darwin Walk

The Charles Darwin Walk follows the beautiful Jamison Creek south, arriving at the top of Wentworth Falls. Walkers can enjoy the beauty of the creek as it cascades down the frequent small waterfalls. The top of Wentworth Falls is a fantastic spot to rest, taking in wonderful views of the Jamison Val

Total climbing: 189m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Train

Moderate track

Under and Over Cliff Walk

9.4 km Circuit, 4 hrs

Under and Over Cliff Walk

This walk from Wentworth Falls Station is a fantastic way to see a large majority of the Wentworth Falls cliffline. The track winds under and over the cliffs, giving different perspectives of the the Jamison Valley below and waterfalls along the way. Conservation Hut marks the turn-around point for

Total climbing: 576m

Grade 3
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  • Train

Moderate track

Wentworth Falls Conservation Hut Loop

6.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

Wentworth Falls Conservation Hut Loop

This scenic walk from Wentworth Falls Station, winds along the Nature Trail to Conservation Hut, then drops into the magnificent Valley of the Waters, before climbing to Lillians Glen and returning to the station.

Total climbing: 341m

Grade 4
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  • Train

Hard track

Wentworth Falls Loop

10.2 km Circuit, 6 hrs

Wentworth Falls Loop

This is a great walk, both in size and spectacular views. The walk makes its way from Wentworth Falls train station and drops off the plateau, passing the cliffs and waterfalls of the National Pass trail. The track passes many falls, with Empress Falls arguably the most stunning. The walk then heads

Total climbing: 1093m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Faulconbridge to Blaxland walk starts at the Faulconbridge Station (gps: -33.696620, 150.53487)

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The Faulconbridge to Blaxland ends at the Blaxland Station (gps: -33.743785, 150.60987)

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Blue Mountains National Park

Attracting over 3 million visitors annually, Blue Mountains National Park holds some of Australia's most spectacular and diverse wilderness areas. Explore the Grose Valley, with its sheer sandstone cliffs, waterfalls and scenic walking, or enjoy the famous views of the Three Sisters. Easy access makes a day trips very worthwhile, but with such diversity it would be great to stay in one of the many B&B's and spend a few days soaking up the region.

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