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Princes Rock Walking Track

Princes Rock Walking Track

The easiest way to see all of Wentworth Falls: a short walk to a lookout facing the falls head-on.

  • Distance1.8km return
  • Time30min - 1hr
  • DifficultyGrade 3 of 5
  • Nearest townWentworth Falls
Photo: Martin Pueschel Eastberliner, CC BY-SA 3.0
Check before you goTracks, roads and campgrounds in the Mountains close for weather, fire and repairs. See current alerts on the official NSW National Parks page for Princes Rock Walking Track.

About this walk

Princes Rock lookout has been the postcard view of Wentworth Falls since the 1890s. The track is short and well made, with far fewer steps than the walk to the top of the falls.

Route map

Start: -33.72521, 150.36876

Mapped length 0.3 km. Route line from OpenStreetMap; distance and grade in the summary are the official NPWS figures where available.

Take this map offline

Phone reception drops out across most of the Mountains. Save the route before you leave town.

GPX file KML (Google Earth)
GPX opens in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Organic Maps, Garmin and most navigation apps and shows your live position on the route with no signal. How to use offline maps.

How to get there

From the Great Western Highway at Wentworth Falls, follow Falls Road 1.5 km to the picnic area.

Parking: Wentworth Falls picnic area carpark.

By train: Train to Wentworth Falls station, then about 2.5 km on foot.

Good to know

  • Morning light is best on the falls.

Common questions

How long is Princes Rock Walking Track?

Princes Rock Walking Track is 1.8km return and takes about 30min - 1hr.

How hard is Princes Rock Walking Track?

It is rated Grade 3 on the Australian Walking Track Grading System: suitable for most ages and fitness levels, with some steps and short steep sections.

Where does Princes Rock Walking Track start?

From the Great Western Highway at Wentworth Falls, follow Falls Road 1.5 km to the picnic area. GPS: -33.72521, 150.36876.

Where do I park for Princes Rock Walking Track?

Wentworth Falls picnic area carpark.

Can I take my dog to Princes Rock Walking Track?

No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.

Is there phone reception at Princes Rock Walking Track?

Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Wentworth Falls.

Sources: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (distance, time, grade, coordinates); OpenStreetMap contributors (route line). Last checked Friday 13 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.

Photo: Martin Pueschel Eastberliner, CC BY-SA 3.0.