Overcliff-Undercliff track
Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park
Overview
Overcliff-Undercliff track combines scenic clifftops, birdwatching, and rainforest with walking tracks and waterfalls in Blue Mountains National Park, near Wentworth Falls.
- Distance
- 3.5km loop
- Time suggested
- 1 - 2hrs
- Grade
- Grade 3
- What to
bring - Drinking water, hat, sunscreen, binoculars, mobile phone, sturdy shoes, clothes for all weather conditions
- Please note
- You can return to Wentworth Falls picnic area via the short and easy Shortcut track.
For an exhilarating walk that's sure to clear the head and revive the spirit, try Overcliff-Undercliff track near Wentworth Falls, in Blue Mountains National Park. Family or friends will revel in the elements along this medium walk, leading from Wentworth Falls picnic area along the dramatic cliff edge to picturesque Valley of the Waters.
Following this scenic track, you'll pass through swamp, heath and lush rainforest, with wonderful views across Jamison Valley. Experience the dramatically exposed clifftops and large rock overhangs. In the warmer months, the area erupts with a dazzling array of wildflowers, including the vibrant red and yellow Christmas bells.
Undercliff track joins Overcliff track at Den Fenella track junction. You can round off your walk with a delicious snack by following Overcliff track to Lyrebird lookout, then climbing up the steps to Conservation Hut. From here you can take Shortcut track to get back to Wentworth Falls picnic area.
This track also forms part of the 19km Grand Cliff Top Walk from Wentworth Falls village to Katoomba, which is best done over 2 days.
Take a virtual tour of Overcliff-Undercliff track captured with Google Street View Trekker.
Also see
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Wentworth Falls picnic area
Wentworth Falls picnic area is a scenic spot to lunch while enjoying views from several world-class lookouts. It's a good starting point for many walking tracks in this popular part of Blue Mountains National Park.
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Conservation Hut
Conservation Hut at Wentworth Falls is perfectly-positioned amidst the beauty of Blue Mountains National Park. Enjoy a bite to eat with uninterrupted views of the Jamison Valley and Mount Solitary.
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Valley of the Waters lookout
Valley of the Waters lookout boasts a spectacular view of the Jamison Valley as well as access to walking tracks and waterfalls in Blue Mountains National Park.
Read our Grand Cliff Top Walk blog post
Read our Blog and find out how you can see all the Blue Mountains’ greatest hits in one brilliant walk over 19km. Grand Cliff Top Walk seamlessly links Wentworth Falls, Leura, and Katoomba.
Conservation program:
Bush Trackers
Bush Trackers was created to encourage children to engage with the environment in and around the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. This program highlights the natural and cultural splendour of the greater Blue Mountains through education initiatives and bushwalks.
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office
- 9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4787 8877
- bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
Park info
- in the Katoomba area of Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Katoomba area is always open but some locations may close at times due to maintenance, poor weather or fire danger.
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