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Medlow Bath to the Collosseum

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Medlow Bath to the Collosseum

Download & Print Map and Notes




2 hrs 15 mins

3.3 km Return


440 m

Hard track

Along rough bushtracks this track goes from Medlow Bath Railway Station to the cliffs and then under their eaves to a large amphitheatre- The Colloseum. Great views of the Megalong Valley and a fantastic spot to break are the important features of this walk.




Maps for the Medlow Bath to the Collosseum 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.

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

Cross sectional view of the Medlow Bath to the Collosseum bushwalking track



Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Medlow Bath to the Collosseum

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 3.3 km
Time 2 hrs 15 mins
.

Grade 4/6

Hard track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Very steep (4/6)
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

700m of this walk has short steep hills and another 370m is flat with no steps. Whilst another 320m is very steep and the remaining 280m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

860m of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 510m follows a smooth and hardened path. The remaining (300m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 1.3km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 320m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 1km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 650m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 1.3km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 320m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 1.2km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 510m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Medlow Bath to the Collosseum walk.

The Glen Rosa Track
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Using a variety of trails this circuit is a good walk for those looking for a shorter walk in the Medlow Bath area. Unfortunately, it does not have the views of the Megalong Valley that many of the other walks in the area do have. It is really the sidetrips that make this walk enjoyable, especially the short trip down to the small cave.

Total climbing: 120m

3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins

Moderate track

The Wonderland Track
thum image

Also called the Glen Rosa Track the Wonderland Track is a relatively short circuit with several sidetrips first to a cave and then a lookout. The views along the main bushtrack are quite shrouded by the surrounding bush but the occasional ones that are there provide a good view of the surrounding cliffs. Unfortunately, the cave at the bottom has been graffitied and there is frequent litter.

Total climbing: 120m

3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins

Moderate track


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Medlow Bath to the Collosseum walk.

Six Foot Track
thum image

This classic walk takes you from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves via a historic horse route. The walk travels mainly along well-maintained service tracks and explores Nellie’s Glen, Megalong Valley, Cox’s River, Black Range, and Jenolan. There are well established and popular campsites along the way.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
3 Days

Hard track

Six Foot Track (Alum Creek Reserve)
thum image

The Six Foot Track is a classic walk which takes you from the Explorers Tree in Katoomba out to the amazing Jenolan Caves. This walk stays the night in Alum Creek Reserve before tackling the long hill up to Black Range Road. The walk is a classic and normally done in 3 days, this two day option is for the fit and keen.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
2 Days

Hard track

Cox’s River return via Narrowneck
thum image

This walk is a great, two day walk that drops down from Katoomba to Cox’s River in the Megalong Valley. From the scenic Cox’s River, the walk returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The trip is two solid days of walking that takes in some breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
2 Days

Very experienced only

Nellie’s Glen Lookout
thum image

This walk has heritage interest and views, starting at the famous Explorers Tree and finishing with views of the cliffs from Nellie’s Glen lookout. The briefness of this walk makes it a great way to finish your 6 Foot Track walk if you have come from Jenolan. It’s also a great way to start the 6 Foot Track by seeing the terrain.

Total climbing: 117m

2 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Cox’s River return via Dunphy’s campsite
thum image

This tough, three day walk descends from Katoomba to the peaceful Megalong Valley. It uses the Six Foot Track to navigate its way down to the Cox’s River from where it returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The walk has some stunning panoramas which are complemented by the close-up views over the Cox’s River and Katoomba cliffs. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
3 Days

Very experienced only

Walls Ledge (Short)
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This is a short but sweet circuit walk above, then below, the cliff line. The track passes under the cliff line for some time, with views over the Kanimbla Valley. Climbers will love the great access to the walls, while walkers will enjoy the scenery and flowers in the heath.

Total climbing: 72m

1.4 km Circuit
45 mins

Moderate track

Walls Ledge, Porters Pass, Centennial Glen Circuit
thum image

This circuit walk covers many of the tracks just to the west of Blackheath. The walk follows the cliff lines, both above and below, with amazing views of the Kanimbla Valley, rock features and waterfalls. The walk takes in a cross section of plants, with defined changes through the cliff passes.

Total climbing: 473m

5.4 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Collier’s Causeway
thum image

Collier’s Causeway is a fantastic walk with many views of the Kanimbla Valley and varied scenery. The track mostly travels under the imposing cliffs between Centennial Glen and Porters Pass, with waterfalls, ferny glens and heath flowers along the way. The track is a great one-way trip from Bundarra St to Burton Ave with access to many climbing areas along the way.

Total climbing: 380m

3.1 km One way
2 hrs

Hard track

Fort Rock
thum image

The track to Fort Rock is a short walk and gives a taste of what lies beneath the cliff line. The walk is a return journey from the end of Bundarra St, directly to Fort Rock. From the top of the rock you can see into the Kanimbla Valley, and, by taking the side trip out to the cliff line west of Fort Rock, you get even better views over the valley and the cliffs around Porters Pass.

Total climbing: 117m

1.6 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Walls Ledge (Long) Track
thum image

This extended version of the Walls Ledge Track begins at Bundarra St and continues down past a side trip to Fort Rock. The track sports a small waterfall and some cliff-base walking. It also rises above to follow the same cliffs back to Centennial Rd car park. The track takes in awesome scenes of the sheer cliffs to the west of Blackheath.

Total climbing: 128m

2.3 km One way
1 hr 15 mins

Moderate track

Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside Walks
thum image

The Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside tracks are an excellent way to see the great diversity of the Blue Mountains National Park in the Blackheath area, from the Neates Glen rain forest, through the void of the Grand Canyon, to the separation of plateau and valley by the Cliff Top walk. The walk then finishes with a creek-side stroll along the Braeside Track. It truly is a wonderful walk.

Total climbing: 603m

9.3 km Circuit
4 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Braeside, Govetts and Pope’s Glen Track
thum image

This walk is an excellent way to see some of Blackheath’s best views, without the big climbs in and out of the Grose Valley. The round trip from the station shows off Bridal Falls, and other cascades along the cliffs. A large part of this walk is near the cliff edge, with stunning views spanning out across the Grose Valley.

Total climbing: 375m

8.7 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Medlow Bath to the Collosseum walk starts and ends at the Meadlow Bath Railway Station (gps: -33.673633, 150.2807)
Your transport options to Meadlow Bath Railway Station are by;

Train. (get details)
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Central Tablelands weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 


Download Pdf

Open iPhone app



Short URL = http://wild.tl/mbttc

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




The Glen Rosa Track

And Walk



The Glen Rosa Track

Download & Print Map and Notes




1 hr 30 mins

3.5 km Circuit


120 m

Moderate track

Using a variety of trails this circuit is a good walk for those looking for a shorter walk in the Medlow Bath area. Unfortunately, it does not have the views of the Megalong Valley that many of the other walks in the area do have. It is really the sidetrips that make this walk enjoyable, especially the short trip down to the small cave.




Maps for the The Glen Rosa Track 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.

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

Cross sectional view of the The Glen Rosa Track bushwalking track



Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Glen Rosa 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 3.5 km
Time 1 hr 30 mins
.

Grade 3/6

Moderate track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Short steep hills (3/6)
Quality of track Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
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

1.8km of this walk is flat with no steps and another 1.5km has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (160m) has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 2.7km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 780m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 2.6km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 960m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 3.3km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 160m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 3.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

Around 2.7km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 780m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Glen Rosa Track walk.

Medlow Bath to the Collosseum
thum image

Along rough bushtracks this track goes from Medlow Bath Railway Station to the cliffs and then under their eaves to a large amphitheatre- The Colloseum. Great views of the Megalong Valley and a fantastic spot to break are the important features of this walk.

Total climbing: 440m

3.3 km Return
2 hrs 15 mins

Hard track

The Wonderland Track
thum image

Also called the Glen Rosa Track the Wonderland Track is a relatively short circuit with several sidetrips first to a cave and then a lookout. The views along the main bushtrack are quite shrouded by the surrounding bush but the occasional ones that are there provide a good view of the surrounding cliffs. Unfortunately, the cave at the bottom has been graffitied and there is frequent litter.

Total climbing: 120m

3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins

Moderate track


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Glen Rosa Track walk.

Six Foot Track
thum image

This classic walk takes you from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves via a historic horse route. The walk travels mainly along well-maintained service tracks and explores Nellie’s Glen, Megalong Valley, Cox’s River, Black Range, and Jenolan. There are well established and popular campsites along the way.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
3 Days

Hard track

Six Foot Track (Alum Creek Reserve)
thum image

The Six Foot Track is a classic walk which takes you from the Explorers Tree in Katoomba out to the amazing Jenolan Caves. This walk stays the night in Alum Creek Reserve before tackling the long hill up to Black Range Road. The walk is a classic and normally done in 3 days, this two day option is for the fit and keen.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
2 Days

Hard track

Cox’s River return via Narrowneck
thum image

This walk is a great, two day walk that drops down from Katoomba to Cox’s River in the Megalong Valley. From the scenic Cox’s River, the walk returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The trip is two solid days of walking that takes in some breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
2 Days

Very experienced only

Nellie’s Glen Lookout
thum image

This walk has heritage interest and views, starting at the famous Explorers Tree and finishing with views of the cliffs from Nellie’s Glen lookout. The briefness of this walk makes it a great way to finish your 6 Foot Track walk if you have come from Jenolan. It’s also a great way to start the 6 Foot Track by seeing the terrain.

Total climbing: 117m

2 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Cox’s River return via Dunphy’s campsite
thum image

This tough, three day walk descends from Katoomba to the peaceful Megalong Valley. It uses the Six Foot Track to navigate its way down to the Cox’s River from where it returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The walk has some stunning panoramas which are complemented by the close-up views over the Cox’s River and Katoomba cliffs. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
3 Days

Very experienced only

Walls Ledge (Short)
thum image

This is a short but sweet circuit walk above, then below, the cliff line. The track passes under the cliff line for some time, with views over the Kanimbla Valley. Climbers will love the great access to the walls, while walkers will enjoy the scenery and flowers in the heath.

Total climbing: 72m

1.4 km Circuit
45 mins

Moderate track

Walls Ledge, Porters Pass, Centennial Glen Circuit
thum image

This circuit walk covers many of the tracks just to the west of Blackheath. The walk follows the cliff lines, both above and below, with amazing views of the Kanimbla Valley, rock features and waterfalls. The walk takes in a cross section of plants, with defined changes through the cliff passes.

Total climbing: 473m

5.4 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Collier’s Causeway
thum image

Collier’s Causeway is a fantastic walk with many views of the Kanimbla Valley and varied scenery. The track mostly travels under the imposing cliffs between Centennial Glen and Porters Pass, with waterfalls, ferny glens and heath flowers along the way. The track is a great one-way trip from Bundarra St to Burton Ave with access to many climbing areas along the way.

Total climbing: 380m

3.1 km One way
2 hrs

Hard track

Fort Rock
thum image

The track to Fort Rock is a short walk and gives a taste of what lies beneath the cliff line. The walk is a return journey from the end of Bundarra St, directly to Fort Rock. From the top of the rock you can see into the Kanimbla Valley, and, by taking the side trip out to the cliff line west of Fort Rock, you get even better views over the valley and the cliffs around Porters Pass.

Total climbing: 117m

1.6 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Walls Ledge (Long) Track
thum image

This extended version of the Walls Ledge Track begins at Bundarra St and continues down past a side trip to Fort Rock. The track sports a small waterfall and some cliff-base walking. It also rises above to follow the same cliffs back to Centennial Rd car park. The track takes in awesome scenes of the sheer cliffs to the west of Blackheath.

Total climbing: 128m

2.3 km One way
1 hr 15 mins

Moderate track

Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside Walks
thum image

The Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside tracks are an excellent way to see the great diversity of the Blue Mountains National Park in the Blackheath area, from the Neates Glen rain forest, through the void of the Grand Canyon, to the separation of plateau and valley by the Cliff Top walk. The walk then finishes with a creek-side stroll along the Braeside Track. It truly is a wonderful walk.

Total climbing: 603m

9.3 km Circuit
4 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Braeside, Govetts and Pope’s Glen Track
thum image

This walk is an excellent way to see some of Blackheath’s best views, without the big climbs in and out of the Grose Valley. The round trip from the station shows off Bridal Falls, and other cascades along the cliffs. A large part of this walk is near the cliff edge, with stunning views spanning out across the Grose Valley.

Total climbing: 375m

8.7 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The The Glen Rosa Track walk starts and ends at the Meadlow Bath Railway Station (gps: -33.673633, 150.2807)
Your transport options to Meadlow Bath Railway Station are by;

Train. (get details)
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Central Tablelands weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 


Download Pdf

Open iPhone app



Short URL = http://wild.tl/tgrt

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




The Wonderland Track

And Walk



The Wonderland Track

Download & Print Map and Notes




1 hr 30 mins

3.5 km Circuit


120 m

Moderate track

Also called the Glen Rosa Track the Wonderland Track is a relatively short circuit with several sidetrips first to a cave and then a lookout. The views along the main bushtrack are quite shrouded by the surrounding bush but the occasional ones that are there provide a good view of the surrounding cliffs. Unfortunately, the cave at the bottom has been graffitied and there is frequent litter.




Maps for the The Wonderland Track 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.

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

Cross sectional view of the The Wonderland Track bushwalking track



Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Wonderland 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 3.5 km
Time 1 hr 30 mins
.

Grade 3/6

Moderate track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Short steep hills (3/6)
Quality of track Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
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

1.8km of this walk is flat with no steps and another 1.5km has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (160m) has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 2.7km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 780m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 2.6km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 960m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 3.3km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 160m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 3.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

Around 2.7km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 780m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Wonderland Track walk.

Medlow Bath to the Collosseum
thum image

Along rough bushtracks this track goes from Medlow Bath Railway Station to the cliffs and then under their eaves to a large amphitheatre- The Colloseum. Great views of the Megalong Valley and a fantastic spot to break are the important features of this walk.

Total climbing: 440m

3.3 km Return
2 hrs 15 mins

Hard track

The Glen Rosa Track
thum image

Using a variety of trails this circuit is a good walk for those looking for a shorter walk in the Medlow Bath area. Unfortunately, it does not have the views of the Megalong Valley that many of the other walks in the area do have. It is really the sidetrips that make this walk enjoyable, especially the short trip down to the small cave.

Total climbing: 120m

3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins

Moderate track


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Wonderland Track walk.

Six Foot Track
thum image

This classic walk takes you from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves via a historic horse route. The walk travels mainly along well-maintained service tracks and explores Nellie’s Glen, Megalong Valley, Cox’s River, Black Range, and Jenolan. There are well established and popular campsites along the way.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
3 Days

Hard track

Six Foot Track (Alum Creek Reserve)
thum image

The Six Foot Track is a classic walk which takes you from the Explorers Tree in Katoomba out to the amazing Jenolan Caves. This walk stays the night in Alum Creek Reserve before tackling the long hill up to Black Range Road. The walk is a classic and normally done in 3 days, this two day option is for the fit and keen.

Total climbing: 2066m

44.8 km One way
2 Days

Hard track

Cox’s River return via Narrowneck
thum image

This walk is a great, two day walk that drops down from Katoomba to Cox’s River in the Megalong Valley. From the scenic Cox’s River, the walk returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The trip is two solid days of walking that takes in some breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
2 Days

Very experienced only

Nellie’s Glen Lookout
thum image

This walk has heritage interest and views, starting at the famous Explorers Tree and finishing with views of the cliffs from Nellie’s Glen lookout. The briefness of this walk makes it a great way to finish your 6 Foot Track walk if you have come from Jenolan. It’s also a great way to start the 6 Foot Track by seeing the terrain.

Total climbing: 117m

2 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Cox’s River return via Dunphy’s campsite
thum image

This tough, three day walk descends from Katoomba to the peaceful Megalong Valley. It uses the Six Foot Track to navigate its way down to the Cox’s River from where it returns to Katoomba via Dunphy’s campsite and Narrowneck. The walk has some stunning panoramas which are complemented by the close-up views over the Cox’s River and Katoomba cliffs. These notes are now several years old, and the environment will have changed, This walk is only for people comfortable walking off track, dealing with cliff passes and steep terrain in remote areas.

Total climbing: 2390m

47.8 km One way
3 Days

Very experienced only

Walls Ledge (Short)
thum image

This is a short but sweet circuit walk above, then below, the cliff line. The track passes under the cliff line for some time, with views over the Kanimbla Valley. Climbers will love the great access to the walls, while walkers will enjoy the scenery and flowers in the heath.

Total climbing: 72m

1.4 km Circuit
45 mins

Moderate track

Walls Ledge, Porters Pass, Centennial Glen Circuit
thum image

This circuit walk covers many of the tracks just to the west of Blackheath. The walk follows the cliff lines, both above and below, with amazing views of the Kanimbla Valley, rock features and waterfalls. The walk takes in a cross section of plants, with defined changes through the cliff passes.

Total climbing: 473m

5.4 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Collier’s Causeway
thum image

Collier’s Causeway is a fantastic walk with many views of the Kanimbla Valley and varied scenery. The track mostly travels under the imposing cliffs between Centennial Glen and Porters Pass, with waterfalls, ferny glens and heath flowers along the way. The track is a great one-way trip from Bundarra St to Burton Ave with access to many climbing areas along the way.

Total climbing: 380m

3.1 km One way
2 hrs

Hard track

Fort Rock
thum image

The track to Fort Rock is a short walk and gives a taste of what lies beneath the cliff line. The walk is a return journey from the end of Bundarra St, directly to Fort Rock. From the top of the rock you can see into the Kanimbla Valley, and, by taking the side trip out to the cliff line west of Fort Rock, you get even better views over the valley and the cliffs around Porters Pass.

Total climbing: 117m

1.6 km Return
1 Hr

Moderate track

Walls Ledge (Long) Track
thum image

This extended version of the Walls Ledge Track begins at Bundarra St and continues down past a side trip to Fort Rock. The track sports a small waterfall and some cliff-base walking. It also rises above to follow the same cliffs back to Centennial Rd car park. The track takes in awesome scenes of the sheer cliffs to the west of Blackheath.

Total climbing: 128m

2.3 km One way
1 hr 15 mins

Moderate track

Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside Walks
thum image

The Grand Canyon, Cliff Top and Braeside tracks are an excellent way to see the great diversity of the Blue Mountains National Park in the Blackheath area, from the Neates Glen rain forest, through the void of the Grand Canyon, to the separation of plateau and valley by the Cliff Top walk. The walk then finishes with a creek-side stroll along the Braeside Track. It truly is a wonderful walk.

Total climbing: 603m

9.3 km Circuit
4 hrs 30 mins

Hard track

Braeside, Govetts and Pope’s Glen Track
thum image

This walk is an excellent way to see some of Blackheath’s best views, without the big climbs in and out of the Grose Valley. The round trip from the station shows off Bridal Falls, and other cascades along the cliffs. A large part of this walk is near the cliff edge, with stunning views spanning out across the Grose Valley.

Total climbing: 375m

8.7 km Circuit
3 hrs 30 mins

Hard track


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The The Wonderland Track walk starts and ends at the Meadlow Bath Railway Station (gps: -33.673633, 150.2807)
Your transport options to Meadlow Bath Railway Station are by;

Train. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Central Tablelands weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 


Download Pdf

Open iPhone app



Short URL = http://wild.tl/2p

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂