Victoria Falls walking track
Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Victoria Falls walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
4km return
Time
2hrs - 2hrs 30min
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
Some bushwalking experience recommended
Gradient
Very steep
Steps
Many steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Victoria Falls walking track is in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park, near Mount Victoria.
To get there:
- Follow the Great Western Highway towards Mount Victoria
- As you reach Mount Victoria, turn right onto Victoria Falls Road
- Follow the unsealed road 5km to the carpark
- From here, follow the signs to the lookout and falls.
Road quality
- Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at the end of Victoria Falls Road.
By public transport
Take a train to Mount Victoria station and walk or cycle 6.5km to Victoria Falls lookout carpark, where this walking track starts. Be cautious of cars and trucks along the highway section. If cycling, you’ll need to bring a bike chain and lock, plus walking shoes.
Facilities
A toilet is located in the lookout carpark. There are no other toilets along the walk. Additional public toilet facilities are located in Mount Victoria or Blackheath.
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Camping
Camping is not permitted along this walking track. Please camp in designated remote campgrounds in the Upper Grose Valley at Burra Korain campground or Acacia Flat campground.
Generators
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.
Operated by
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office
- 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4787 8877
- bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
Park info
- in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Blackheath area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor centre
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Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785 - 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4787 8877