Highlights

Figure Eight Pools is located on a dangerous rock shelf in Sydney's Royal National Park near Burning Palms Beach. Plan your trip using the wave risk forecast on the NSW National Parks website.

It’s a long, hard 6km walk on a steep, narrow, slippery track in a remote area.

The walk takes 2 hours each way. Give it a miss if you’re not feeling fit.

Aim to get to Figure Eight Pools before midday. No one wants to walk back up that hill in the dark, and park gates are locked by 8.30pm.

Take care, the terrain is uneven and not suitable for young children or prams.

If you must visit, look at a map first, tell a responsible adult of your plans and wear the right shoes. This isn’t the place for thongs or high heels.

Add the Figure 8 Rock Pools in Sydney's Royal National Park to your Aussie Bucket List if you enjoy challenging hikes and exploring Australia's great outdoors.

Activities

• Hiking
• Photography

Facilities

• It’s a long, hard 6-9km walk on a steep, narrow, slippery track in a remote area.
• The walk takes 2 to 2.5 hours each way. Give it a miss if you’re not feeling fit.

Figure Eight Pools is in an isolated location. There are no toilet facilities, rubbish bins or drinking water available at Figure Eight Pools, Garrawarra Farm or along the access tracks to the rock pools. It’s a good idea to use toilet facilities before you leave and bring enough food and water for the trip.