Six Foot Track

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Katoomba to Megalong Valley 2 h 30 min to 4 h 7.9 km

Getting Started
From the signposted intersection of Nellies Glen Rd & Pulpit Hill Rd, Katoomba, follow the 'Six Foot Track' sign along the dirt trail into the car park. Check out the information signs in the shelter then continue through the car park, around the locked gate and continue to follow the wide trail downhill.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Six Foot Track / Nellies Glen At the intersection of Nellies Glen Road & Pulpit Hill Road by following the "Six Foot Track / Nellies Glen" sign Start heading along Nellies Glen Road (a vehicle track). Find the Six Foot Track Information Shelter at the start. Find the Six Foot Track Information Shelter at the start. Find the car park at the start. After another 40 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 320 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. After another 165 m pass the sign (on your left).
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. Side trip to Norths Lookout with beautiful views over the valley and Megalong Creek and Bonnie Doon Falls. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. Six Foot Track / Nellies Glen At the intersection of Six Foot Track & Cliff Walk by following the "Six Foot Track / Nellies Glen" sign turn right, to head along Six Foot Track (a walking track). After another 10 m pass the sign (4 m on your left). After another 135 m head through/around the gate. Then head through the bicycle barrier. After another 20 m head down the steps (about 300 m long) After another 50 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Six Foot Track & Megalong Creek continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track.
	After another 3 km (at the intersection of Nellies Glen Road & Water Board Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road (a vehicle track).
	After another 110 m find the "Megalong Village (Historic)" (15 m on your left). Megalong Village (Historic) In 1870, kerosene shale was discovered in the area surrounding the upper end of Megalong and Diamond Creeks so in 1885, Mr J. B. North started to mine the resource. The mine continued for nearly 10 years. During the life of the mine, the Megalong Village grew to to a small town with a hotel, butchery, bakery, public hall and around about 40 families. When the mines were closed in 1904, the best buildings were demolished and rebuilt in Katoomba. In the December of 1904, a huge bushfire ripped up through the valley destroying what buildings were left. Now the area is private land with a horse paddock with a view of the escarpment behind. A small bronze sign marks the site .
	From the Nellies Glen Road continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 490 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 610 m (at the intersection of Nellies Glen Road & Mitchells Creek Trail) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 175 m climb over the stile. After another 115 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 440 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 40 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 35 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 275 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 175 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road. After another 125 m (from the Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Nellies Glen Road.
	After another 105 m (at the intersection of Six Foot Track & Nellies Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track (a walking track). After another 15 m climb over the stile.
	From the Six Foot Track continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. After another 185 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Six Foot Track & Mitchells Creek continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track.
	After another 140 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. After another 245 m climb over the stile. After another 220 m cross the Mclennan Bridge (about 10 m long)
	After another 105 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. After another 245 m come to a stile. About 20 m past the end is a car park. About 30 m past the end is a sign.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. Side trip to Old Ford Reserve camping and picnic area where you can spend the night. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn around when you get back to this intersection. Details below. Continue another 0 m to find at the intersection of Megalong Road & Six Foot Track at the end.

Side trip to Norths Lookout with beautiful views over the valley and Megalong Creek and Bonnie Doon Falls.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Cliff Walk & Six Foot Track Start heading along Cliff Walk (a walking track). After 20 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 125 m (from the Cliff Walk) continue straight. After another 65 m come to "Norths Lookout". Turn around and retrace your steps back the 215 m to the main route.

Side trip to Old Ford Reserve camping and picnic area where you can spend the night.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	At the intersection of Megalong Road & Six Foot Track Start heading along Megalong Road (a highway\|tertiary). After another 410 m cross the bridge (about 30 m long)
	After another 45 m (from the Megalong Road) turn right (a service road). After another 10 m pass the toilet (65 m on your left). This toilet is wheelchair accessible., equipped with a hand-washing basin. After another 10 m come to a car park. About 35 m past the end is "Old Ford Reserve". Old Ford Reserve Old Ford Reserve campsite is a few meters north of the Megalong Rd bridge over Megalong Creek. The campsite is accessible by car, has a (wheelchair accessible) toilet, and plenty of flat space to pitch a tent. Some nice groupings of trees and access to the creek makes this an OK place to stay. Been on the side of the road this campsite does attract some load campers at times. The campsite is about 500m north of the Six Foot Track crossing point at Megalong Rd. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 510 m to the main route.

Turn map

Directions & comments

At the intersection of Megalong Road & Six Foot Track Start heading along Megalong Road (a highway|tertiary).

After another 410 m cross the bridge (about 30 m long)

After another 45 m (from the Megalong Road) turn right (a service road).

After another 10 m pass the toilet (65 m on your left).
This toilet is wheelchair accessible., equipped with a hand-washing basin.

After another 10 m come to a car park.

About 35 m past the end is "Old Ford Reserve".

Old Ford Reserve

Old Ford Reserve campsite is a few meters north of the Megalong Rd bridge over Megalong Creek. The campsite is accessible by car, has a (wheelchair accessible) toilet, and plenty of flat space to pitch a tent. Some nice groupings of trees and access to the creek makes this an OK place to stay. Been on the side of the road this campsite does attract some load campers at times. The campsite is about 500m north of the Six Foot Track crossing point at Megalong Rd.

Turn around and retrace your steps back the 510 m to the main route.

Megalong Valley to Coxs River 2 h 30 min to 4 h 7.5 km

Getting Started
From the intersection of Megalong Valley and Aspinall Rds, Megalong Valley, follow the 'Six Foot Track' sign through the gate (over the cattle grate - or climb the stile over the fence) to then head past the roofed information sign. Continue gently downhill along the dirt road, past the old cemetery to continue along the signposted Six Foot Track.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Six Foot Track Start heading along Six Foot Track (a walking track). Find the car park at the start.
	At the intersection of Aspinall Road & Megalong Road continue straight, to head along Aspinall Road (a vehicle track). After another 30 m cross over the cattle grid. After another 10 m pass the sign (8 m on your left). After another 70 m find the "Megalong Cemetery (historical)" (9 m on your left). Megalong Cemetery (historical) The Megalong Cemetery became the final resting place for at least 14 people who died between 1894 and 1931. Many of the grave sites are in poor repair or can no longer be easily found - please take care in the area to avoid any further damage. A tall stone monument marks the edge of the cemetery on the Six Foot Track, about 100m west of Megalong Road. This cemetery is currently under the management of the Blue Mountains City Council, and is recognised by the National Trust. After another 95 m cross over the cattle grid.
	After another 165 m (from the Aspinall Road) continue straight, to head along Aspinall Road. After another 90 m cross over the cattle grid. After another 115 m (from the Aspinall Road) continue straight, to head along Aspinall Road.
	After another 20 m (at the intersection of Aspinall Road & Olana) continue straight, to head along Aspinall Road. After another 45 m cross over the cattle grid. After another 230 m cross over the cattle grid.
	At the intersection of Six Foot Track & Aspinall Road veer right, to head along Six Foot Track (a walking track). After another 40 m cross the Guyver Bridge (about 8 m long) After another 9 m head up the steps (about 10 m long) After another 245 m climb over the stile. After another 120 m cross the ford. After another 245 m climb over the stile. After another 305 m head down the steps (about 35 m long) After another 6 m head up the steps (about 20 m long) After another 250 m climb over the stile. After another 570 m climb over the stile. After another 135 m climb over the stile.
	After another 205 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. After another 215 m pass a "Ron's Roost" (on your right). After another 430 m head through/around the gate. After another 590 m head down the steps (about 55 m long) After another 10 m head down the steps (about 25 m long)
	The starting point of an alternate route. Alternate route across the plains to Coxs River Campsite. To take the alternate route continue straight here. Details below. After another 1.8 km (from the Six Foot Track) veer right, to head along Six Foot Track (a steps). Then head down the steps (about 30 m long)
	From the Six Foot Track continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track (a walking track). After another 95 m find the "Bowtells Swing Bridge" (10 m on your left). Bowtells Swing Bridge This suspension footbridge spans the Coxs River and provides an alternate route for the Six Foot Track when the river is in flood. Regardless of weather, this route is now becoming more popular with many walkers, wanting to avoid the river crossing. The bridge was built and opened in 1992 by the Royal Australian Engineers. The bridge is named after a fellow soldier of the builders, Corporal Bob Bowtell, who suffocated and died in foul air whilst attempting to clear a tunnel of the VC during the Vietnam war . Bowtell grew up in Katoomba and is now buried in West Malaysia. After another 740 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 40 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. Then pass the "Six Foot Track Eco Lodge" (30 m on your right). W:sixfoottrackecolodge.com After another 85 m climb over the stile.
	From the Six Foot Track veer left, to head along Six Foot Track (a vehicle track). After another 225 m head through/around the gate. Then pass the picnic table (35 m on your right). After another 30 m pass the toilet (45 m on your right). After another 6 m find the "Coxs River Campsite" (25 m on your right). Coxs River Campsite Coxs River Campsite, on the Six Foot Track, is found on the western bank of the Coxs River. It provides a sheltered picnic table, water (rain tank or creek - treat before drinking either), toilet and a flat grassed camping area with excellent access to the river. The campsite is used by people walking the Six Foot Track, but is also visited at times people people camping in 4WD. A nice place to camp. Despite the several fire scares, this is a fuel stove only area no fires allowed.
	The alternate route finishes here. Turn left to rejoin the main route at the 7.5 km waypoint. Details below. After another 35 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track.
	Continue another 25 m to find from the Six Foot Track at the end.

Alternate route across the plains to Coxs River Campsite.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Six Foot Track Start heading along Six Foot Track (a walking track).
	After another 860 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track (a vehicle track). After another 205 m cross the ford. Then find the "Coxs River" (20 m on your right). Coxs River The Coxs River starts west of Katoomba, running south-east as the main tributary for the Warragamba Dam. The Six Foot Track crosses the river using the slippery rounded stones or, when in flood, the large metal Bowtells Bridge. The campsite is located a short distance up the west bank from where the 6FT crosses. The water must be treated before drinking. The river provides some potentially nice swimming spots, with pools and interesting granite rock formations, be very careful if deciding to swim as it can also be very dangerous.
	Continue another 55 m to find from the Six Foot Track at the end. At the end of this alternate route, rejoin the main route.

Coxs River to Alum Creek 2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min 6.1 km

Getting Started
From beside the Coxs River Campsite, follow the ‘Six Foot Track’ sign gently uphill along the dirt road (initially keeping the campsite to your right) heading directly away from the Coxs River. After about 150m cross (the usually shallow Gibraltar Creek) then about another 150m to pass close to a high tension power line tower (up the hill to your left). Continue along the dirt road crossing the creek a few more times and following the Six Foot Track arrow posts.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Six Foot Track Start heading along Six Foot Track (a vehicle track). Find the Coxs River Campsite at the start. Coxs River Campsite Coxs River Campsite, on the Six Foot Track, is found on the western bank of the Coxs River. It provides a sheltered picnic table, water (rain tank or creek - treat before drinking either), toilet and a flat grassed camping area with excellent access to the river. The campsite is used by people walking the Six Foot Track, but is also visited at times people people camping in 4WD. A nice place to camp. Despite the several fire scares, this is a fuel stove only area no fires allowed. After another 55 m pass the toilet (25 m on your right). After another 15 m pass the picnic table (40 m on your right).
	After another 95 m cross the ford.
	After another 370 m cross the ford.
	After another 155 m cross the ford. After another 2.4 km cross over the cattle grid.
	After another 15 m (at the intersection of Glen Chee Road & Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Glen Chee Road. After another 3 km come to a toilet. "Alum Creek Reserve".
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. Side trip to Alum Creek campsite where you can spend the night. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn around when you get back to this intersection. Details below. Continue another 0 m to find from the Glen Chee Road at the end.

Side trip to Alum Creek campsite where you can spend the night.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Glen Chee Road Start (a vehicle track). 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). After 15 m head through/around the gate. After another 20 m come to a seat.
	The end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 35 m to the main route.

Turn map

Directions & comments

From the Glen Chee Road Start (a vehicle track).

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).

After 15 m head through/around the gate.

After another 20 m come to a seat.

The end.

Turn around and retrace your steps back the 35 m to the main route.

Alum Creek to Black Range 4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min 13 km

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
	From the Glen Chee Road Start heading along Glen Chee Road (a vehicle track). 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 (from the Glen Chee Road) 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 (from the Black Range Road) continue straight, to head along Black Range Road.
	After another 400 m (from the Black Range Road) 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.
	Continue another 0 m to find from the Caves Road Trail at the end.

Black Range to Jenolan Caves 3 h 15 min to 5 h 10 km

Getting Started
From the information sign in front of ‘Black Range Camping Ground’ on Cave Rd trail, Jenolan, follow the dirt trail around the locked gate and continue along the trail, initially keeping the fenced campsite to your right. After about 100m, this walk leaves the edge of the campsite, where you continue following the main trail and the Six Foot Track arrow posts.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Caves Road Trail Start heading along Caves Road Trail (a vehicle track). Find the Black Range camping ground at the start. 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 After another 120 m pass the toilet (40 m on your right). After another 2 km (from the Caves Road Trail) continue straight, to head along Caves Road Trail.
	After another 670 m (from the Caves Road Trail) veer right, to head along Caves Road Trail.
	After another 255 m (at the intersection of Six Foot Track & Jenolan Caves Road) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track (a footpath). After another 390 m head up the steps (about 55 m long)
	After another 1.7 km (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track.
	After another 215 m (from the Six Foot Track) veer right, to head along Six Foot Track (a walking track). After another 15 m find the "Jenolan Caves Cottages" (35 m on your left). Jenolan Caves Cottages Located 9km from Jenolan Caves by road, Jenolan Caves Cottages offers eight well presented self contained timber cottages for guests to stay in. Each is fully insulated and furnished, with lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms and linen. The is a large flat grassy area in front with often with kangaroos grazing and with a children's playground. For more information call the Jenolan Caves on 1300 763 311. The cottages have a two night minimum stay and prices are from around $130 per night per cabin. After another 360 m pass the toilet (20 m on your left). After another 55 m pass the playground (55 m on your right).
	After another 40 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track.
	After another 2.8 km (at the intersection of Six Foot Track & Mt George Firetrail) veer right, to head along Six Foot Track.
	After another 870 m (from the Six Foot Track) veer left, to head along Six Foot Track (a footpath).
	After another 15 m (from the Six Foot Track) continue straight, to head along Six Foot Track. Then pass the cave (10 m on your left). After another 370 m pass the sign (20 m on your left). After another 25 m find the "Jenolan Caves House" (20 m on your left). Jenolan Caves House Jenolan Caves House, built in 1898, is a heritage-listed building which houses dining, a variety of accommodation options, and other services for visitors to the caves. Jenolan has two licensed restaurants: Trails Bistro is open from breakfast onwards and closes early evening. Trails serves a range of light meals including sandwiches, salads and hot food. Chisholm's Restaurant is open each morning for breakfast and each evening for dinner from 6.00pm. Essential items and beautiful souvenirs may be purchased from Things Jenolan, located on the ground floor of Caves House. Don't forget to explore one of the many caves to explore in the area. For more information, call Jenolan Caves on 1300 76 33 11.
	Continue another 20 m to find at the intersection of Jenolan Caves Road & Six Foot Track at the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Katoomba to Megalong Valley

Megalong Valley to Coxs River

Coxs River to Alum Creek

Alum Creek to Black Range

Black Range to Jenolan Caves

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	44.5 km
Time	16 h, 2 days to 3 days

Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Accommodation: There are 2 on route, on average they are 14.8 km apart with the largest gap of 25 km.

Campsite: There are 4 on route, on average they are 9.1 km apart with the largest gap of 13.1 km.

Shelter: There is one 50 m from the start.

Toilet: There are 5 on route, on average they are 7.6 km apart with the largest gap of 13.2 km.

Seat: There are 2 on route, on average they are 14.9 km apart with the largest gap of 23.1 km.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Shelter	50 m	Six Foot Track Information Shelter
Toilet	7.9 km + 500 m	[toilet]
Campsite	7.9 km + 510 m	Old Ford Reserve
Seat	11.2 km	Ron's Roost
Hostel	15 km	Six Foot Track Eco Lodge
Toilet	15.3 km	[toilet]
Campsite	15.3 km	Coxs River Campsite
Campsite	21.4 km + 0 m	Alum Creek Camping ground
Seat	21.4 km + 50 m	[seat]
Toilet	21.4 km	[toilet]
Campsite	34.5 km	Black Range camping ground
Toilet	34.6 km	[toilet]
Accommodation	39.9 km	Jenolan Caves Cottages
Toilet	40.3 km	[toilet]

Start	At the intersection of Nellies Glen Road & Pulpit Hill Road (-33.7037004,150.2888326)
Mode	Car
Finish	At the intersection of Jenolan Caves Road & Six Foot Track (-33.8203805,150.0209901)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Car

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