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Pulpit walking track

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Pulpit walking track.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

7km return

Time

2 - 3hrs

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Gentle hills

Steps

Many steps

Quality of path

Formed track

Getting there and parking

Pulpit Rock walking track starts at Govetts Leap lookout, in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park. To get there:

  • Turn off Great Western Highway at Blackheath traffic lights, on to Govetts Leap Road
  • Drive 2.5km to the park entrance and continue to the end of the road, where you'll reach Govetts Leap lookout and picnic area.
  • You can also start Pulpit Rock walking track from Pulpit Rock lookout, accessed via unsealed Hat Hill Road in Blackheath.

Parking

Parking is available at Govetts Leap lookout, including several designated spots.

Facilities

Toilets are located at Govetts Leap lookout.

Maps and downloads

Prohibited

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Pulpit walking track

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Park info

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