Serendipity Canyon

Where

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

Accessibility

No wheelchair access

Distance

7km

Time suggested

7hrs

Grade

Hard. Serendipity Canyon requires moderate fitness and proficiency with ropes and other canyoning equipment.

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, wetsuit, sturdy shoes, suitable clothing, first aid kit, mobile phone, dry bag, personal locator beacon, snacks, sunscreen

Please note

• Don't visit Serendipity Canyon just before, during or after heavy rainfall or storms. Check park alerts before you go.
• Only attempt Serendipity Canyon with a competent guide.
• Be sure to choose a Park Eco Pass operator. Only Parks Eco Pass holders are permitted to operate tours in Blue Mountains National Park.
• You may encounter commercial tour groups.
• NPWS does not manage, mark or clear canyon access routes. These routes cross natural bushland, cliffs and forest. You must research and be responsible for your own directions and entry and exit information.

Located on the south side of Wollangambe River, Serendipity Canyon is also known as 'Why Don’t We Do It In The Road? Canyon' after the Beatles song of that name. 

This challenging canyon takes about 7 hours to complete, with a total walk in and out of 7km.

To get through Serendipity Canyon, you’ll need to do multiple abseils, including a long one of 20m. This technical canyon also features jumps, scrambles, short swims, and a lengthy (45-minute) creek walk. Since you’ll spend time in the cold waters of Wollangambe River, it’s best to try this canyon in the warmer months of summer.

Access to Serendipity Canyon starts at the Mount Wilson Fire Station, on the fire trail behind the station.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info