Jugglers Canyon

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Accessibility

No wheelchair access

Time suggested

4hrs

Grade

Hard. You need a high level of fitness, proficiency with ropes and other canyoning equipment, and navigational skills.

Trip Intention Form

It's a good idea to let someone know where you're going. Fill in a trip intention form to send important details about your trip to your emergency contact.

Personal Locator Beacon

Hire a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) for free at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath.

What to
bring

Drinking water, canyoning equipment, helmet, first aid kit, mobile phone, dry bag, personal locator beacon, suitable clothing, sturdy shoes, snacks

Please note

• Don't visit the canyon just before, during or after heavy rainfall or storms. Check park alerts before you go.
• You may encounter commercial tour groups at Jugglers Canyon.
• Planning a guided tour of this canyon? Be sure to choose a Parks Eco Pass operator. Only Parks Eco Pass holders are permitted to operate tours in Blue Mountains National Park.

Only attempt Jugglers Canyon if you’re physically fit and proficient with ropes and other canyoning equipment. Doing this 300m canyon in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park also requires a total walk of 3.5km to get in and out.

Located in the headwaters of the Grose Valley, Jugglers Canyon is cool and shaded. Warmer summer months are the best time to go, to reduce the risk of getting chilled when wet. If you’re careful, you can do this canyon without a swim, making Jugglers an option for cooler months as well.

It’s fairly easy to navigate to and from Jugglers Canyon. Start from Point Pilcher Road, which leads to Old Pilcher Point Road. After about 800m, follow the track to the right, down to a creek. Then follow arrow signs to a waterfall and a series of abseils to reach the start of the canyon.

To get through the canyon itself, you’ll need to do 4 abseils, including a 20m overhanging abseil, wading and scrambles. When you exit the canyon, make your way out by heading up Grand Canyon track, then follow Old Point Pilcher Trail back to Point Pilcher Road.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info