Grand Canyon track

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park

Distance

6.3km loop

Time suggested

3 - 4hrs

Grade

Grade 3

Price

Free

What to
bring

Drinking water, hat, sunscreen

Please note

• It's a good idea to fill in the free trip intention form and hire a PLB when planning your hike. Bring a topographic map and compass, or a GPS.
• Check the weather before you set out as the creek can flood after heavy rain.
• Download the free NSW National Parks app for iPhone or Android to use the park's maps and information without mobile reception.

Arresting sandstone walls, ever-present waterfalls and abundant native plants line the awesome 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 and adventurous track which walkers have trodden since 1907.

Setting out from Evans lookout, the well-shaded track meanders through luscious native vegetation of ferns and golden wattles, and remains close to Greaves Creek, all of which combine to make this a particularly good walk for the summer months. Shorten the loop by leaving a second car at the Evans Lookout Road entrance or spend the day and stop for lunch at the nearby picnic area before returning to the lookout.

Although there are loads of semi-ledges which make up this challenging walk, you don’t need specialist hiking or abseiling equipment, so comfortable walking shoes are all you’ll need to get out there and explore. Still feeling energetic? Try the nearby Cliff Top walking track.

Take a virtual tour of Grand Canyon track captured with Google Street View Trekker.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info