Six Foot Track Self Guided Walk

Your day will start with a 45min (3km) walk from your accommodation in Katoomba to the Six Foot Track trailhead, near the historic Explorers Tree. Shortly after commencing, the track descends via steep and at times slippery steps through the temperate rainforest canyon environment of Nellies Glen, down to the Megalong Valley floor. A brief stop at North’s Lookout for views over Nellies Glen is a must. The lush rainforest transitions into tall scribbly gum forest and in time opens to become cleared farmland. After crossing Megalong Road you’ll walk past the historic Megalong Cemetery; and then on towards the Coxs River. Before reaching the river, you’ll be walking through open farmland with cattle, horses and vineyards; and the closer you come to the river the natural forested vegetation returns and the geology shifts from sandstone to granite outcrops and boulders. At the Coxs River you’ll cross one-at-a-time, high above the water, using a steel suspension bridge, called Bowtells Swing Bridge. Shortly after this exciting river crossing, your night's camp at the Coxs River Campsite is reached. Walking Time: 6-7 hours

Meals:  L,D

Day two of your walk is straightforward yet challenging with a consistent uphill gradient for most of the day. At the Coxs River you were at approx. 290 metres above sea level and your day concludes at approx. 1200 metres. You’ll enjoy some great views from near Kiangatha Cattle Yards. After passing Alum Creek Campground (with its pit toilet) you’ll continue along the lush valley of Little River. Depending on the water levels this is an area you’ll likely be getting wet feet as you navigate your way across numerous river crossings. From Little River you’ll begin your climb up the eastern end of the Black Range ridgeline. This is followed by a slightly-inclining walk along the ridge through a mix of open forest and pine plantation to your night’s camp at the Black Range Campground. Walking Time: 8-9 hours

Meals:  B,L,D

For your final day’s walk, you’ll follow a series of trails through varying vegetations, including some pleasant gullies, before you start the final descent to the limestone caves at Jenolan. The majestic Carlotta Arch will signal your imminent arrival at Jenolan Caves, where you may consider enjoying one of the many spectacular cave tours. After this celebratory underground adventure, you will be picked up by private mini-bus for the drive back to Katoomba. Optional accommodation at The Carrington Hotel can be organised (prior to your departure) so that you can enjoy a night of luxury before heading home. Walking Time: 4-5 hours

Meals:  B,L