Wentworth Falls Track
A short walk from the picnic area to the top of Wentworth Falls, with two lookouts over the Jamison Valley on the way.
- Distance1.4km return
- Time45min - 1hr
- DifficultyGrade 3 of 5
- Nearest townWentworth Falls
About this walk
From Wentworth Falls picnic area the track passes Jamison lookout and Wentworth Falls lookout, then descends steps to Fletchers lookout for the full view of the three-tiered falls, and on to the creek crossing at the top of the drop.
After rain the falls are thunderous. In a dry spell they thin out, but the valley views do not change.
Route map
Mapped length 0.5 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 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, turn south onto Falls Road and follow it 1.5 km to the picnic area at the end.
Parking: NPWS carpark at Wentworth Falls picnic area. It is small for how popular it is - weekends fill by 9.30am.
By train: Train to Wentworth Falls station, then walk the Charles Darwin Walk or Falls Road (about 2.5 km).
Good to know
- Around 200 steps down to the falls and back up.
- Fenced lookouts, but keep children close near the top of the falls.
Common questions
How long is Wentworth Falls Track?
Wentworth Falls Track is 1.4km return and takes about 45min - 1hr.
How hard is Wentworth Falls 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 Wentworth Falls Track start?
From the Great Western Highway at Wentworth Falls, turn south onto Falls Road and follow it 1.5 km to the picnic area at the end. GPS: -33.72521, 150.36876.
Where do I park for Wentworth Falls Track?
NPWS carpark at Wentworth Falls picnic area. It is small for how popular it is - weekends fill by 9.30am.
Can I take my dog to Wentworth Falls Track?
No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.
Is there phone reception at Wentworth Falls 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.
