Alum Creek to Black Range

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Full Journey Six Foot Track
Start (-33.7579733,150.1392298)
Mode Car
Directions From , Hampton.
Finish (-33.7551207,150.0484028)
Mode (end) Car Shuttle Car

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From 'Alum Creek Reserve' Glen Chee Rd, Ganbenang, follow the wide main dirt road downhill for just shy of 100m to cross Alum Creek. Continue along Glen Chee Rd crossing the Creek a few more times following the Six Foot Track arrow posts as they then lead you uphill.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start heading along Glen Chee Road. There is a toilet (about 25 m back from the start). Find the Alum Creek Camping ground at the start. Alum Creek Camping ground Signposted as 'Alum Creek Reserve', this fairly flat grassy area, off the side of the dirt Glen Chee Road, part of the six foot track). The campsite is the least used and least developed of the three official campsites on the Six Foot Track, and makes a good place to stay if attempting the walk in two days. There are no facilities provided but the flat campsite is in a well-protected valley with the small Alum Creek beside the campsite and the fairly reliable Little River down the road (treat water before use). Then cross the ford.
	After another 680 m cross the ford.
	After another 165 m cross the ford.
	After another 105 m cross the ford.
	After another 2 km turn left, to head along Glen Chee Road.
	After another 1.4 km (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Glen Chee Road) turn right, to head along Black Range Road (a vehicle track). After another 2.1 km (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Moorara Boss Firetrail) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road. After another 3.2 km (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Warlock Fire Trail) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road. After another 460 m (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Beefsteak Creek Fire Trail) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road. After another 360 m (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Bulls Creek Trail) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road. After another 1.8 km (at the intersection of Black Range Road & Bulls Creek Trail) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road. After another 95 m continue straight, to head along Black Range Road.
	After another 400 m turn left, to head along Black Range Road.
	After another 250 m (at the intersection of Caves Road Trail & Black Range Road) turn left, to head along Caves Road Trail (a vehicle track). After another 100 m come to "Black Range camping ground". Black Range camping ground Black Range camping ground is found along the Six Foot Track, and is also accessible by car. The well maintained and signposted campsite has a couple of sheltered picnic tables, toilets, rainwater tank and and information board with map. The campsite is in a large fenced grassy area. The tank water is quiet reliable but the tank can become empty during long dry spells or through vandalism, please treat before use. A sign reminds campers that this is a Fuel Stove Only area - no camp fires About 35 m past the end is a picnic table.
	The end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Alum Creek to Black Range

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	13 km
Time	4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Foretasted & unexpected storms and severe weather may impact on navigation and safety (4/6)

Some facilities on route

Campsite: There are 2 on route, on average they are 4.4 km apart with the largest gap of 13 km.

Toilet: There is one -26 m back from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	-26 m	[toilet]
Campsite	50 m	Alum Creek Camping ground
Campsite	13.1 km	Black Range camping ground

Articles Discover more details to thrive on track

Alum Creek to Black Range
Enjoy Little River then the climb to the Black Range. Lookout for Koala as you stroll along the undulating Black Range Road.

Alum Creek Reserve campsite
Tucked away in a pleasant gully this is the least used campsite on the Six Foot Track, but us a lovely spot.

Black Range Camping Ground
This is a large and lush campsite on the Six Foot Track. Plenty of place to pitch a tent. There is a toilet, water tank and sheltered picnic table.

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Jenolan Caves Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu
  
  Thursday 21 November
  
  Mostly clear.
  
  Clear. Winds easterly 15 to 25 km/h.
  
  Friday 22 November
  
  10°C → 27°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Winds east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light before dawn. Overnight temperatures falling to between 8 and 12 with daytime temperatures reaching 25 to 31.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:40am to 4:50pm, UV Index predicted to reach 11 [Extreme]
  
  Saturday 23 November
  
  13°C → 29°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Light winds. Overnight temperatures falling to between 10 and 14 with daytime temperatures reaching 28 to 33.
  
  Sunday 24 November
  
  15°C → 31°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Light winds. Overnight temperatures falling to between 12 and 16 with daytime temperatures reaching 29 to 35.
  
  Monday 25 November
  
  16°C → 31°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower about the Blue Mountains in the morning and afternoon. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Light winds becoming northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning then tending northwest to northeasterly during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 14 and 17 with daytime temperatures reaching 30 to 35.
  
  Tuesday 26 November
  
  18°C → 29°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 3mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Wednesday 27 November
  
  15°C → 23°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 15mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Thursday 28 November
  
  13°C → 20°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 10mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Six Foot Track
  Aggressive Dogs. A number of walkers have reported some unrestrained, aggressive dogs roaming on Glen Chee Rd about 4-5km from the Cox River, near Mini Mini saddle. The dogs have been reported to council animal control, but in the meantime, be mindful. If you see any dog's behaviour that you consider dangerous, please report it to the police (in an Emergency 000 or Police Assistance Line 131 444 or at https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/cs.aspx). Learn more about managing dog attacks.
  
  The upgrade Bowtell’s Swing Bridge (over Cox's River) is now OPEN: The bridge over the Cox's River is open following a major upgrade. It looks amazing and 5 people can cross at the same time.
  
  Jenolan Caves area is closed, there is no access due to substantial flood damage.
  
  Closed Between Jenolan Caves Rd to Jenolan Caves. Due to substantial flood damage to the Visitor Precinct and surrounding area in April 2024, the Six Foot Track is closed between Binda Bush cabins and Jenolan Caves Road and the caves. There is also no access to Jenolan Caves at this stage. Organising pickup/drop from where the Six Foot Track crosses Jenolan Caves Road might be easier.
  
  New Map kits are now available
  
  Monitor Fire Danger. Sections of the Six Foot Track covered by a Total Fire Ban are closed whilst the ban is in place. Official forecasts and declarations can be found on the RFS website. The Six Foot Track covers two different Fire Danger areas. If a total fire ban is declared in just one area, it only affects that part of the walk.
  
  From Katoomba to Coxs River is fully inside the 'Greater Sydney Region' fire danger area.
  
  From the Coxs River to Jenolan Caves is in the 'Central Ranges' fire danger area.
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park alerts
  Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 in the following areas:
  
  Abercrombie River National Park
  
  Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
  
  Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  
  Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
  
  Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
  
  Gardens of Stone National Park
  
  Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
  
  Turon National Park
  
  Marrangaroo National Park
  
  The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
  The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
  Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
  
  Fire bans: Kanangra Reserves
  A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
  However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt.
  During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
  
  They're under direct control of an adult
  
  The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  
  There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
  
  If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
  
  Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions
  Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
  In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
  If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
  Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
  For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
  
  Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd management trail closures
  The following fire trails in Kanangra-Boyd National Park are closed due to flood events and current track conditions:
  
  Mini Mini/Waterfall Creek
  
  Beefsteak Creek
  
  Gilbraltar
  
  Budthingaroo
  
  Mumbedah
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service

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Full Journey	Six Foot Track
Start	(-33.7579733,150.1392298)
Mode	Car
Directions	From , Hampton.
Finish	(-33.7551207,150.0484028)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Car

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