Grand Canyon Track
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Overview
Highlights
The Grand Canyon Track in the Blue Mountains is a must-do hiking trail for your Aussie Bucket List. Sandstone walls, ever-present waterfalls and abundant native plants line Grand Canyon track near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains. The historic loop track takes you into the heart of this World Heritage-listed landscape. It's an intimate, adventurous, and popular track which walkers have trodden since 1907. Setting out from Grand Canyon carpark this well-shaded track meanders through luscious native vegetation of ferns and golden wattles and remains close to Greaves Creek.
All of these things combine to make this a particularly good walk for the summer months. Although there are loads of semi-ledges which make up this challenging walk, it is one of the rare locations where you don’t need specialist hiking or abseiling equipment to explore a canyon. Comfortable walking shoes are all you’ll need to get out there and explore. Still feeling energetic? Try the nearby Cliff Top walking track.
Activities
- Hiking
- Photography
Facilities
- Car park
- Walking trail - 6.3km loop | grade 3 | 3 - 4 hours
- Public toilets
- Information sign
- Lookout
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food, fuel and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park fees may apply for national parks in Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
Photo credits: Aussie Bucket List®
Content credits: NSW Parks and Wildlife Service
Content credits: NSW Parks and Wildlife Service
Location & Supplier
NSW Parks and Wildlife Service
Address: Grand Canyon Track, Evans Lookout Road, Blackheath, New South Wales 2785
