The Six Foot Track is a challenging 3-day hike, winding through state forests and the Blue Mountains National Park from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves, passing by rivers and waterfalls.
This historic track takes in heritage sites, heath, woodlands, and rainforest, with several opportunities for excellent overnight camping.
Starting Point
Following an 1884 heritage horse track, this challenging walk starts near Katoomba – Explorers Tree. You can also commence the walk from Jenolan Caves, walking in the opposite direction.
You pass cascading waterfalls and wild rivers into the Megalong Valley, before crossing a unique swing bridge, climbing the range, before descending down to Jenolan Caves.
At night, cook up a hearty meal and enjoy some amazing stargazing before falling asleep to the sounds of the bush. Alternatively, if you don’t feel like completing the entire walk, shorter sections can be undertaken.
Onwards and upwards!
Trevor
Insights
- Six Foot track starts in the Katoomba precinct of Blue Mountains National Park. To get there, follow signs to Explorers Tree between Katoomba and Medlow Bath on the Great Western Highway. Free parking is available at Explorers Tree (first in, best dressed).
- Length of track, 44.3km (28mi).
- The track is graded as medium, with a few steep descents and ascents.
- Highest point is Black Range, approximately 1,200 m (3,900 ft).
- Pack plenty of water, hat, sunscreen, clothes for all weather conditions, sleeping bag, sturdy shoes, tent. If unguided, consider also packing a compass, topographic map and personal locator beacon.
- Campgrounds with toilet facilities are located at Old Ford Reserve, Coxs River and Black Range.
- The track can be booked as a guided walk, with the advantage of not having to carry a tent, food or heavy pack, with transport included.
- If you’re in Sydney, a short hike we also recommend is the Spit to Manly walk
