Overcliff-Undercliff Track

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2 hrs

4 km Circuit

399 m

Moderate track

Following the edge of the cliffs south of Wentworth Falls, this great walk features fantastic views of the cliffs and Jamison Valley. The walk visits some great lookouts, sandstone caves and the majestic Wentworth Falls. The Falls Picnic Area and Conservation Hut both make good spots to take a break. Make sure you duck your head passing through the caves on the Undercliff Track.

Conservation Hut

Conservation Hut is a small cafe perched above the Valley of the Waters, Blue Mountains National Park. The hut was opened in 1963 as a meeting place for the local conservation movement. Rebuilt, Conservation Hut opened as a cafe in 1993, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Around the Conservation Hut is a small parking area, public toilets, picnic shelters, town water and B&B's. For further information or bookings call (02) 4757 3827. More info.

(0km) Conservation Hut → Int of Valley of the Waters Track and Shortcut Track

40 m

1 mins

-6m Easy track

From Conservation Hut, this walk follows the 'Valley of the Waters' sign down some timber and dirt steps passing a couple of picnic shelters. The track soon leads to the signposted intersection with the 'Short Cut Track' (still in view of the Conservation Hut).

(0km) Int of Valley of the Waters Track and Shortcut Track → Int of Valley of the Waters and Overcliff Tracks

170 m

4 mins

-27m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Valley of the Waters' sign down the steps, passing an information sign. After the handrail and more signs, the track passes a couple of faint tracks (on the left, leading to an old picnic area). Further down the steps, the walk comes the end of another handrail and a three-way intersection (signposted 'Overcliff Track' and 'National Pass').

(0km) Int of Valley of the Waters and Overcliff Tracks → Int of Lyrebird Cliff Track and Overcliff Tracks

160 m

4 mins

-23m Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads south-east along the flat, but occasionally rough, track. This goes down slightly, coming to an unmarked intersection with another bush track.

(0km) Int of Lyrebird Cliff Track and Overcliff Tracks → Lyrebird Lookout

60 m

2 mins

-11m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads east gently downhill, keeping the valley view to the right. After crossing a section of track that is often muddy, the walk comes to a handrail that leads to the signposted 'Lyrebird Lookout'.

Lyrebird Lookout

Lyrebird Lookout is a fenced and signposted lookout on the Overcliff Walk, south of the Conservation Hut in the Blue Mountains National Park. The lookout hosts a great view of Sublime Point (right) and Mount Solitary (centre). A welcome gap in the trees reveals this great view.

(0km) Lyrebird Lookout → Breakfast Point Lookout

640 m

21 mins

78m

-75m Moderate track

Continue straight: From Lyrebird Lookout, this walk heads up the hill away from the lookout and follows the right-hand track. Soon the track passes a section that is often muddy and then moves into the thicker bushland. The track soon passes an informal track (on the right) then heads down a set of steps with a handrail. The walk follows a large rock wall (on the left) for a short time before passing another informal track (on the right). Soon the track comes to a three-way intersection at the unsignposted Breakfast Point Lookout.

Breakfast Point Lookout

Breakfast Point Lookout is on the Overcliff Walk, west of Den Fenella Creek. The lookout has a short stone wall and great views across the Jamison Valley. The center piece of the view is out to Mount Solitary and beyond, there are also good views to Kings Tableland (left). This is a good spot to stop and enjoy the sweeping views of the majestic valley.

(1km) Breakfast Point Lookout → Int of Overcliff and Denfenella Lookout Track

230 m

12 mins

34m

-74m Moderate track

Continue straight: From Breakfast Point Lookout, this walk follows the old 'Undercliff walk' sign east, keeping the main valley view to the right. The track meanders for a little while before heading down some steps (around some large boulders) before coming to an intersection where the walk turns left. (The right-hand track heads down to the Lady Sees lookout with a fence in disrepair, currently closed). About 100m later, the clear track leads down to a signposted intersection with the 'Den Fenella' track just before the footbridge.

(1km) Int of Overcliff and Den Fenella Lookout Track → Den Fenella Lookout

70 m

4 mins

-51m Hard track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Den Fenella' sign along the lower track, keeping the creek to the left. The track soon begins to go down very steeply (can be slippery) between the handrails and rock wall. The track then crosses the creek at the stepping stones below the cascades (the creek may be impassable after rain). On the other side of the creek, the walk heads down the steps to come to a bridge below the bigger Den Fenella Fall. From the Den Fenella Fall, this walk crosses the metal bridge and continues along the cliff edge along the fence-lined track. After heading down some steps, the track ends at a fenced point with great views across the valley. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Veer right.

Den Fenella Lookout

The Den Fenella Lookout is a small fenced lookout on a cliff ledge, near where Den Fenella Creek falls into the Jamison Valley. The lookout is at the end of the track and has a tall cliff above and below. There is a small tree on the ledge adding to the sense of depth. From here, there are great views to Mount Solitary (middle), Kings Tableland (left), Narrow Neck Plateau (far right) and Sublime Point (right). This is a great spot, well worth a visit.

(1km) Int of Overcliff and Denfenella Lookout Track → Int of Undercliff and Princes Rock Tracks

460 m

13 mins

52m

-32m Moderate track

Veer left: From the intersection, this walk crosses over Den Fenella Creek using the bridge and comes to an intersection with the 'Undercliff Walk'.
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Undercliff Walk' sign, initially following the creek on the right, downstream. The track heads up a small set of steps and then tends left (revealing valley views on the right). Soon after passing a rock wall (on the left), the track goes through a muddy section and continues, passing some more large boulders. Soon the track passes another great rock wall (on the left) with fantastic valley views and an old wire fence. The walk then crosses a small metal bridge and comes to an overhang with a constructed stone wall. From this overhang, the walk continues around the valley to soon come to a fenced (unnamed) lookout with great views. From the lookout, this walk heads back into the bush, across a small metal bridge and then soon comes to a three-way intersection with 'Princes Rock' track on the left (and a sign pointing back to the 'Valley of the Waters').

(2km) Int of Undercliff and Princes Rock Tracks → Int of Undercliff and Fletchers Lookout Tracks

470 m

22 mins

89m

-104m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Wentworth Falls' sign along the 'Undercliff Walk'. The track is initially flat, then soon heads down some steps and passes under a large overhang. After the overhang, the walk heads down some steps, turns left and comes to an intersection (with a track on the right) at the start of another large overhang. (The lower right-hand track heads down to Eagles Nest Lookout.) From the intersection, this walk heads under the overhang (keeping the rock face on the left). At the other end of the overhang, the track turns left and then passes along another rock wall before coming to a large dead tree and some great valley views. From this view, keeping the rock face on the left, this walk heads under three significant and low overhangs (be sure to duck), each with wide sweeping right-hand bends. The last overhang has timber blocks on the floor. Soon after the last overhang, the track comes to a four-way intersection, with 'Fletchers Lookout' a short distance to the right.

(2km) Int of Undercliff and Fletchers Lookout Tracks → Fletchers Lookout

20 m

1 mins

-7m Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Fletcher Lookout' sign down the steps. The fenced and signposted lookout has three main bays, two on the left (with views of Wentworth Falls) and a third down the steps, looking into the valley. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.

Fletchers Lookout

Fletchers Lookout is a fenced and signposted lookout off the side of the Undercliff Walk, just north of the Wentworth Falls. The lookout provides a fairly close view of the top of Wentworth Falls and a great view into the Jamison Valley. There is a good distant view of Mount Solitary and Narrow Neck, and also great views of the surrounding escarpments.

(2km) Int of Undercliff and Fletchers Lookout Tracks → Top of Wentworth Falls

90 m

2 mins

-3m Moderate track

Turn left : From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Wentworth Falls' and 'to National Pass' signs down the gentle steps (with the main valley view to the right). The track soon comes to a three-way intersection, with a sign pointing back to 'Undercliff Track'.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Wentworth Falls' and 'Wentworth Pass' signs down the steps. The track soon comes to a nice view of Jamison Creek, where it continues to wind down the hill and open up at a fenced rock platform at the top of Wentworth Falls. Here the walk crosses Jamison Creek using the stepping stones, to reveal a lovely waterhole and Queen's Cascades(the creek may be impassable after rain). This is the top of the Wentworth Falls. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Queen's Cascades

Queen's Cascades[1] are a lovely set of falls on the Jamison Creek at the top of Wentworth Falls. The creek heads down the wide, two-stage cascades into a sandy pool. From the pool, the water flows between the stepping stones, under the fence and down the very tall Wentworth Falls. There are also great views to Sublime Point across the valley.

(2km) Int of Undercliff and Fletchers Lookout Tracks → Int of Wentworth Falls and Weeping Rock Tracks (Nth)

60 m

2 mins

11m

0m Moderate track

Turn left : From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Wentworth Falls Picnic area' sign up the steps, away from 'Fletchers Lookout'. Soon the track comes to a 'T' intersection, with a sign pointing back to 'Wentworth Falls'.

(2km) Int of Wentworth Falls and Weeping Rock Tracks (Nth) → Int of old lookout track

180 m

4 mins

23m

-4m Easy track

Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Wentworth Falls Picnic Area' sign up the log steps. The track soon passes some views to the left and then comes to an intersection (at a sharp right-hand bend), with a track closed at the time of writing. Here there is a sign pointing back to 'Wentworth Falls - National Pass'.

(2km) Int with old Lookout track → Wentworth Falls Lookout

150 m

4 mins

29m

0m Easy track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads up the steps, following 'Wentworth Falls Picnic Area' signs. The walk soon heads through a sharp left bend, then continues up the hill, passing several information signs. At the top of the steps, the track breaks out to Wentworth Falls Lookout on Sir H. Burrell Drive.

Wentworth Falls Lookout

Wentworth Falls Lookout, in the Blue Mountains National Park, is beside Sir H Burrell Drive. The lookout is fenced and has a large information sign about the area. There are some bench seats and great vistas. There is a view to Wentworth Falls (in the valley to the left), but the most captivating view is across the Jamison Valley to Mount Solitary. There are also great views of the Kings Tableland (left), Sublime Point (right) and Narrow Neck (far right) escarpments. This is a great place to enjoy the scope of this World Heritage listed area.

(3km) Wentworth Falls Lookout → Entrance Wentworth Falls Lookout Picnic Area

140 m

4 mins

16m

-1m Moderate track

Turn right: From the lookout, this walk crosses Sir H Burrell Dr and heads straight up the log steps. The track soon starts to flatten out but continues gently uphill. The track then opens up to a clearing and an old picnic shelter at the intersection of Falls Rd and Burrell Dr, Wentworth Falls. This is just at the entrance to Wentworth Falls Lookout Picnic Area.

(3km) Wentworth Falls Lookout Picnic Area → Wentworth Falls Picnic Area Entrance

120 m

2 mins

0m Easy track

Veer left: From the main entrance to Wentworth Falls Picnic Area (at the intersection of Falls Rd and Sir H Burrell Dr), this walk follows the small 'Pedestrian access to picnic area' sign (keeping the road up to the right). The track soon passes a sandstone pillar marking an old lookout (still has some views). The track continues down the hill to open up into the Wentworth Falls Picnic Area.

(3km) The Falls Picnic Area → Sir H. Burrell Drive Carpark (Nth)

100 m

2 mins

-7m Easy track

Continue straight: From Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, this walk heads past the toilets and then down the steps,coming to the car park on Sir H. Burrell Dr.

Wentworth Falls Picnic Area

The Wentworth Falls Picnic Area is in the Blue Mountains National Park on Sir H Burrell Drive (Wentworth Falls). The picnic area is host to a couple of wonderful lookouts and some good facilities. A large car park, toilets (wheelchair accessible), picnic tables, free electric BBQs, town water and information signs. This is a great spot to relax between walks in the area.

(3km) Sir H. Burrell Drive Carpark (Nth) → Int of Shortcut and Breakfast Point Lookout Tracks

620 m

13 mins

38m

-22m Easy track

Veer right: From the 'Short Cut Track' sign in the Sir H. Burell Drive car park, this walk follows the sign to 'Conservation Hut'. The wide track soon turns left and winds through the bush, tending to the left - there are a number of anti-erosion systems in place to step over. In time, the track comes to a four-way intersection intersection, signposted as the ways to 'Conservation Hut', 'Breakfast Pt LO' or up 'to Murphys Lane.

(4km) Int of Shortcut and Breakfast Point Lookout Tracks → Int of Shortcut and Lyrebird Lookout Tracks

110 m

2 mins

-2m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads north-west along the flat bush track following the signs to Conservation Hut. Soon the track comes to an intersection with another track (on the left).

(4km) Int of Shortcut and Lyrebird Lookout Tracks → Int of Valley of the Waters Track and Shortcut Track

250 m

6 mins

15m

-11m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads north along the 'Shortcut' track, heading away from Wentworth Falls picnic area. Soon the track turns left and crosses a small creek using a bridge. From the creek, the track gradually heads up the hill via log steps. Soon the walk comes to a 'T' intersection where there are several signs, including one pointing up towards 'Conservation Hut' and another down to the 'Valley of the Waters'.

(4km) Int of Valley of the Waters Track and Shortcut Track → Conservation Hut

40 m

1 mins

0m Easy track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads up the steps towards the building. The walk passes a couple of picnic shelters (on the right) before coming to the road and the front of the 'Conservation Hut'.

Maps for the Overcliff-Undercliff Track walk

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These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Katoomba	1:25 000 Map Series	89301S KATOOMBA	NSW-89301S
Katoomba	1:100 000 Map Series	8930 KATOOMBA	8930

Cross sectional view of the Overcliff-Undercliff Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Overcliff-Undercliff Track

Altitude analysis for Overcliff-Undercliff Track

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	4 km
		Time	2 hrs
		.
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	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		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

1.8km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 1.4km has short steep hills. The remaining (730m) is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

2.2km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 1.3km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (440m) follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 2.9km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 1.1km has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 2.8km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 1.2km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 3.3km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 640m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 2.1km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 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 Overcliff-Undercliff Track walk.

Queen Victoria Lookout

696 m Return, 30 mins

This walk heads down to the top of the cliffs, overlooking Empress Falls and the lower Valley of the Waters. The track down through the heath is quite nice, although it is nearly all stairs. The view from Queen Victoria Lookout is a stunning one. The noise of the falls can also be heard from the loo

Total climbing: 94m

Moderate track

Conservation Hut to Empress Lookout

762 m Return, 30 mins

This is a walk that engages the senses, from Conservation Hut into the Valley of the Waters. The walk starts off with coffee aromas from Conservation Hut and winds down through the inspiring bushland, with a number of views along the way. The turn-around point of Empress Lookout doesn't have the gre

Total climbing: 95m

Moderate track

Den Fenella Track

926 m Return, 45 mins

Starting at Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, this walk explores the drier bushland before following Den Fenella Creek into the small canyon. The walk heads downstream along the track with some steep stairs. The walk visits beautiful cascading waterfalls before coming to a great lookout over the Jamiso

Total climbing: 130m

Hard track

Lyrebird Lookout Loop

950 m Circuit, 30 mins

This walk offers a quick and quiet retreat from the popular Conservation Hut. The walk cuts through heath, passing a picnic shelter to open out onto the grand views of Lyrebird Lookout, looking over the Jamison Valley and Valley of the Waters.

Total climbing: 78m

Moderate track

The Shortcut Track

1.1 km One way, 30 mins

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.

Total climbing: 42m

Moderate track

Conservation Hut to Empress Falls

1.1 km Return, 1 Hr

For those that like waterfalls, this is a fantastic walk. The walk has some very steep sections, down and back up to Conservation Hut. However, the steep climbs are worth it for the stunning waterfalls and magnificent canyon experience.

Total climbing: 145m

Hard track

Den Fenella to Princes Rock Circuit

1.3 km Circuit, 45 mins

This picturesque walk goes down to the cliffs at Den Fenella Lookout, this changing from dry bushland to temperate rain forest along the way. With a short but quite slippery path down to the lookout and then up to Princes Rock, walkers will see how beautiful the Jamison Valley really is. It is worth

Total climbing: 106m

Moderate track

Rocket Point Lookout Track

1.3 km Return, 1 Hr

From Wentworth Falls Lookout, this walk goes down to the top of the falls and then onto Rocket Point Lookout. The walk provides many different perspectives of the spectacular falls from the many viewing points along the way. The alternate route adds a nice loop, before returning along the same track

Total climbing: 125m

Moderate track

The Weeping Rock and Fletchers Lookout Tracks

1.4 km Circuit, 45 mins

This great walk visits Weeping Rock waterfall on Jamison Creek and enjoys the great views from Fletchers Lookout. The walk starts from Wentworth Falls picnic area and explores a number of the well maintained and signposted tracks. Weeping Rock is a peaceful spot well loved by photographers. The vie

Total climbing: 88m

Moderate track

The Falls Picnic Area to Upper Wentworth Falls

1.5 km Return, 45 mins

For a short walk down to the beautiful Upper Wentworth Falls, this track showcases the beauty of the Jamison Valley and the Falls without having to spend a whole day walking. The Falls Picnic Area is a great spot to unwind and have a bite to eat.

Total climbing: 92m

Moderate track

The Valley of the Waters Track

1.5 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Venturing into the canyon of the Valley of the Waters along a slippery winding track, this walk demonstrates the beauty of the deep valley of Wentworth Falls. This walk explores the upper section of the track as far as Wentworth Pass. The walk passes several waterfalls, a great highlight especially

Total climbing: 303m

Hard track

Wentworth Falls Lookouts Loop

1.7 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk captures three of the best lookouts along this line of cliffs - Denfenella, Princes Rock and Wentworth Falls Lookouts. The walk between these lookouts is generally not too hard, allowing you to thoroughly enjoy the superb views.

Total climbing: 191m

Hard track

Conservation Hut to Breakfast Point Lookout

1.9 km Circuit, 1 Hr

The walk from Conservation Hut down to Breakfast Point Lookout is pretty with plenty of outlooks and some great bushland to enjoy. The walk passes a picnic shelter on the way down the hill to the brilliant views from Breakfast Point Lookout and then the Lyrebird Lookout.

Total climbing: 156m

Moderate track

Wentworth Falls Undercliff Loop

2 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk explores the undercliff area, near Wentworh Falls, taking in many scenic views of the Jamison Valley and featuring some excellent waterfalls. The Wentworth Falls are best viewed on the Princes Rock Lookout side trip.

Total climbing: 217m

Moderate track

Wentworth Falls to Denfenella Lookout

2.2 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

The walk from Wentworth Falls Lookout to Denfenella Lookout is a fun walk, with much to see. The walk is dotted with breathtaking views of the Jamison Valley, and with close-up views of many waterfalls. This walk starts and ends in the popular Wentworth falls picnic area.

Total climbing: 282m

Hard track

Nature Track

3.1 km Circuit, 2 hrs

Largely following the ridges around the top edge of Wentworth Falls, this track is incredibly beautiful. After taking in the great views at Edinburgh Castle Rock, the trail descends into the valley. Lillian's Glen makes for a perfect spot for a break, then the trail heads into the Valley of the Wate

Total climbing: 238m

Hard track

National Pass from Wentworth Falls to Conservation Hut

3.6 km One way, 3 hrs

Starting at Wentworth Falls picnic area, this scenic and historic walk explores many waterfalls, lookouts and cliff edges. The walk covers a large number of steps and runs beside fenced cliff edges, so walkers will need to be fit, and also comfortable with heights. After visiting some grand waterfa

Total climbing: 739m

Hard track

Vera Falls Track

3.8 km Return, 4 hrs

Vera Falls track takes experienced walkers to the end of the Valley of the Waters. The last half of this track is indistinct and rough in places, following a historic route. Vera Falls is a spectacular waterfall that can be viewed from the top or bottom. This track may become impassable after rain.

Total climbing: 652m

Experienced only

National Pass

4.6 km Circuit, 3 hrs 30 mins

This walk offers fantastic views of the Jamison Valley and the surrounding cliffs. Take time to explore the historic and very scenic ledge halfway down the cliffs. There are beautiful waterfalls at both ends and recent track maintenance has made this walk easier and more enjoyable. Allow time to so

Total climbing: 773m

Hard track

Conservation Hut, National Pass, Wentworth Pass Circuit

4.8 km Circuit, 4 hrs

Featuring cascading waterfalls, breathtaking vistas and rugged rainforest, this walk demonstrates how much Wentworth Falls has to offer. It encompasses the beautiful falls in the Valley of the Waters, amazing views of Jamison Valley from the Historic National Pass and the cool forests of Wentworth P

Total climbing: 913m

Hard track

National Pass, Overcliff and Den Fenella Circuit

5 km Circuit, 4 hrs

This grand tour of the Wentworth Falls area explores many waterfalls, lookouts and cliff edges. The walk has a lot of steps and runs beside fenced cliff edges, so walkers will need to be fit and comfortable with heights. The walk explores the historic National Pass, Wentworth falls, the Valley of t

Total climbing: 895m

Hard track

Wentworth Pass

5.1 km Circuit, 4 hrs

This walk offers a great way to explore the magical, upper section of the Valley of the Waters. The walk starts and finishes at Conservation Hut, which has a great, picturesque cafe offering a meal or hot drink. The walk passes Empress Falls before diving deeper into the valley, then climbing out ag

Total climbing: 692m

Hard track

The Charles Darwin Walk

5.6 km Return, 2 hrs

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

Moderate track

Wentworth Falls Conservation Hut Loop

6.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

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

Hard track

Charles Darwin, National Pass and Nature Track walk

8.6 km Circuit, 5 hrs

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

Hard track

Wentworth Falls Station Loop (Undercliff Walk)

8.9 km Circuit, 4 hrs 30 mins

This walk passes some stunning waterfalls and views into the Jamison Valley, following the cliff edges around Wentworth Falls. The walk also takes in many magnificent highlights away from the cliffs, including Weeping Rocks, Edinburgh Rock, Lillians Glen and Wentworth Falls. This is a great walk, wi

Total climbing: 658m

Hard track

Under and Over Cliff Walk

9.4 km Circuit, 4 hrs

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

Moderate track

Wentworth Falls Station Loop

9.5 km Circuit, 5 hrs 30 mins

The Wentworth Falls Station Loop takes in most of the upper tracks around Wentworth Falls. There are many scenic views near the cliffs, with a few highlights away from the cliffs such as Lillians Glen and the Conservation Hut. This walk takes some time, so be sure to bring a packed lunch or buy some

Total climbing: 1030m

Hard track

Wentworth Falls Loop

10.2 km Circuit, 6 hrs

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

Hard track

Katoomba to Wentworth Falls via the Jamison Valley

29.2 km One way, 2 Days

This is the two day version of this popular and challenging walk. This walk passes popular sights including the Landslide, Ruined Castle, Mt Solitary and Wentworth Falls, and is a great way to explore the Jamison Valley. Water is rarely available at the campsite, with the Kedumba River being the on

Total climbing: 2135m

Experienced only

Scenic Railway - Ruined Castle - Mt Solitary - Kedumba River - Wentworth Falls

29.3 km One way, 3 Days

Circling the Jamison Valley, this spectacular three day walk is packed with great views and beautiful scenery. From Scenic World the walk heads around the base of the cliffs before climbing up to the Ruined Castle and then Mt Solitary. Walkers can rest in the sheltered Chinaman's Gully campsite over

Total climbing: 2147m

Experienced only

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Overcliff-Undercliff Track walk.

The Princes Rock Track

746 m Return, 45 mins

From Wentworth Falls Picnic area, this walk explores some great lookouts and their vistas. The views of Jamison Valley, Mount Solitary and the Kings Tableland are simply spectacular. This walk goes down a moderate slope, along a well-managed track to Princes Rock Lookout. Take your time on the wal

Total climbing: 61m

Moderate track

Leura Golf Course to Gladstone Lookout

2.9 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk takes you to the dramatic views of Gladstone Lookout, past the Leura Golf Course. Gladstone Lookout has sweeping views of the many cliffs surrounding the Jamison Valley below, including the Kings Tableland. This is one of the less visited formal lookouts in the area, but still offers grea

Total climbing: 195m

Moderate track

Edinburgh Castle Rock

880 m Return, 30 mins

A short walk through some dry bushland brings you to the valley views and wave rock formation of Edinburgh Castle Rock. The vegetation changes you walk down the hill through wooded forest, then heath and then onto the sandstone cliffs. A pleasant walk to a good view.

Total climbing: 87m

Moderate track

Lillian's Glen

1.6 km Return, 1 Hr

This is a wonderful walk down to the inspiring Lillian's Glen. Starting from the road at West St, the track winds through some different types of vegetation, before arriving at the creek which is Lillian's Glen. A place for the imagination to run wild before returning to civilisation.

Total climbing: 180m

Moderate track

Lyrebird Dell walk

538 m Return, 30 mins

Lyrebird Dell is a glorious and culturally significant location in the Blue Mountains. This walk follows the shortest route to the picnic area in a large sandstone cave. You will find the cave nestled into the hillside beside a lovely waterfall. The cave enjoys a long history with the traditional o

Total climbing: 38m

Moderate track

Leura Oval to End of Gladstone Rd

1.6 km One way, 1 Hr

The walk from Leura Oval to Gladstone Rd is a fantastic way of exploring a small section of the Blue Mountains National Park. You will visit number of scenic spots including the Pool of Siloam and Golf Links Lookout. The cave, picnic area and waterfall at Lyrebird Dell make this a nice place to sto

Total climbing: 115m

Moderate track

Golf Links Lookout from Gladstone Rd

752 m Return, 30 mins

This pleasant walk offers some scenic views on the way to the breath taking Golf Links Lookout. There are many steps on this worthwhile walk to one of the Blue Mountains' gems. From the lookout there are grand views across the Jamison Valley, along Narrow Neck and to Mount Solitary. A great spot to

Total climbing: 44m

Moderate track

Lyrebird Dell and Pool of Siloam Circuit

1.4 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This is a magnificent round trip which passes some amazing scenery with Lyrebird Dell featuring. The walk takes in both sides of the valley, with a worthwhile sidetrip option which explores the Pool of Siloam. The walk is a cool shady path with a number of places to stop and take in your surrounding

Total climbing: 97m

Moderate track

Gordon Reserve to Golf Links Lookout

1.4 km Return, 1 Hr

A walk with two spectacular features, the Pool of Siloam and Golf Links Lookout. A fantastic waterfall and an excellent view which really make this walk a stunning way to explore the bushland.

Total climbing: 133m

Moderate track

Pool of Siloam

600 m Return, 30 mins

This lovely walk takes you from the grassy area of Gordon Falls Reserve down through the lush vegetation and cliffs to the Pool of Siloam. The Pool and waterfall is an amazing place and cool place on warmer summer days. This walk is a great way to explore a part of the Blue Mountains after a picnic

Total climbing: 68m

Moderate track

Bridal Veil View and Olympian Lookout Walk

2 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk is relatively short and takes in some magnificent views. The walk visits Olympian, Bridal Veil View and Tarpeian Lookouts, which are all perched high on top of the cliffs. A great walk, exploring some of the quieter, but still very spectacular, lookouts in the Blue Mountains.

Total climbing: 170m

Moderate track

Bridal Veil View Lookout Leura

954 m Return, 30 mins

This short walk from Cliff Drive, Leura, heads out to pretty Bridal Veil View Lookout. At the base of a staircase, the lookout provides great views of Bridal Veil Falls. There is also an optional side trip to Tarpeian Rock, which is well worth the extra time, providing great views up the Jamison v

Total climbing: 64m

Moderate track

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The Overcliff-Undercliff Track walk starts and ends at the Conservation Hut (gps: -33.720216, 150.36290)

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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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