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Bushwalking track notes, photographs, maps and more for Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase hiking trail are found in each of the tabs below
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Time
    Distance
Climb
Style

  3 Hrs
  3.4 km
  740 m
  One way

   3.8 km SSE of Katoomba 
  Blue Mountains National Park  bus car  
  Track: Hard 
     

From the most popular lookout in the Blue Mountains to one of Australia's most famous landmarks this track descends into the valley, and then follows the bottom of the cliff to Scenic World. With great views of the valley and the a beautiful forest environment this is an exremely popular walk. All the more so because at the end of the world's steepest railway is ready and waiting to take walkers all the way back up to the top of the cliffs.

Bushwalking can be fun and interesting when you are well prepared. Please ensure you and your group are well prepared and equipped for all possible dangers. The authors, staff and owners of wildwalks take care in preparing these notes but do not accept responsibility for any inconvenience, loss or injury sustained when using these notes. Please take care and feel free to provide feedback through our website.
Please note that side trips and alternate routes mentioned in these notes are not included in the tracks overall rating, distance or time estimate. The notes also only describe the side trip and alternate routes in one direction.


Topographical Map of walk

Location                                                                                                                                                                Tracknotes Sponsor

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Map of Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase hiking track
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Echo Point
Echo Point Archway Intersection
Int of the Three Sisters Footpath and Spooners Lookout Footpath
Int of Prince Henry Cliff Track and the Three Sisters Footpath
Int of Oreandes Lookout Track and the Three Sisters Footpath
Int of The Giant Staircase and the Lady Game Lookout Track
The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection
The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection
Bottom of Giant Staircase
Int of Federal Pass, Scenic Railway and Dardenelles Tracks
Kedumba Falls
Int of Furber Steps and Scenic Railway Track
Scenic Railway (Bottom Platform)
Starting point for this hiking track: Echo Point

Base maps are used under licence and is © Department of lands   Panorama Avenue Bathurst 2795   www.lands.nsw.gov.au

Maps that cover the walk area (please always carry maps of the area)

Print a map and track knotes here
 Six Foot Track 1:50 000 Map Series NSW-six-foot-track 
 Katoomba 1:25 000 Map Series NSW-89301S 
 Katoomba 1:100 000 Map Series 8930 

Photo Gallery

 
The Three Sisters from Echo Point
 
The Three Sisters from Echo Point
 
The Archway Intersection
 
The Archway Intersection
 
The Jamison Valley from the Three Sisters
 
The Jamison Valley from the Three Sisters

 
The Giant Staircase
 
The Giant Staircase
 
The Jamison from the Int of the Federal Pass and Dardenelles Tracks
 
The Jamison from the Int of the Federal Pass and Dardenelles Tracks
 
Kedumba Falls
 
Kedumba Falls

 
The Three Sisters from bottom platform Scenic World
 
The Three Sisters from bottom platform Scenic World
 
The Scenic Railway
 
The Scenic Railway
 
The Entrance to Scenic World
 
The Entrance to Scenic World

Terrain profile

Cross sectional view of the Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase bushwalking track

Cross Section of the Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase bushwalking track



Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase bushwalking track

Summary of the gradients over the the lenght of the Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase bushwalking track

Track Notes


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Catch the bus to Echo Point
Public transport (bus) available to for this Bushwalk You can phone 131500 (the transport info line) for upto date running time info
And use these links to plan your Bus (and train) trip to the start of the walk.
Plan a trip from --> Castle Hill | Central | Chatswood | Dural | Epping | Gosford | Hornsby | Katoomba | Manly | Parramatta | Penrith | Strathfield | Sutherland
Drive to Echo Point
You can drive (or ride your bike) to this bushwalk Parking fees apply in the area.
You can drive or ride to the start of this walk
Use these links to plan your trip to the start of the walk.
Plan a trip from --> Castle Hill | Central | Chatswood | Dural | Epping | Gosford | Hornsby | Katoomba | Manly | Parramatta | Penrith | Strathfield | Sutherland

(0 km) Echo Point to The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection
Track: Hard - footpath, bushtrack, bushtrack
Distance = 0.5 km Time = 5 mins
Climb = 13 m Descent = -75 m
From Echo Point the track heads north-east towards the visitor centre and the toilet block. On the northern side of the visitor centre the track comes to the start of a footpath signposted as the way to the Three Sisters
From the archway entrance at Echo Point the track takes the upper footpath and follows the sign pointing to the Three Sisters. Shortly after the track comes to an intersection off to the right.
From the intersection the track heads east along the footpath. Very shorty after the intersection the track turns to the south and begins to go down. This continues until the track comes to an intersection signposted as the Prince Henry Cliff Walk. It also points to the Three Sisters.
From the intersection the track heads down the footpath south until reaching the lookout. 10m past this and the track comes to an intersection with a bushtrack off to the left.
From the intersection the track goes downhill towards the cliffs and turns left at the signs giving time and directional information on the walks in the area. Just past this and the track comes to an intersection with a set of steep stairs.
From the intersection the track goes steeply down the stairs until coming to an intersection with a bridge that goes across to the Three Sisters.

(0.52 km) The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection to The Three Sisters
Optional Side Trip: Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - Bush Track
Distance = 0 km Time =
Climb = 0 m Descent = -2 m
From the intersection the track crosses the bridge over to the Three Sisters.

(0.52 km) The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection to Int of Federal Pass, Scenic Railway and Dardenelles Tracks
Track: Hard - Bush Track
Distance = 0.5 km Time = 25 mins
Climb = 47 m Descent = -198 m
From the intersection the track goes steeply down the cliff using the staircase. Along the way there are magnificent views of the valley. In order to enjoy these chairs have been installed at various viewing points. The track continues to go down steeply until coming to an intersection with a flat bushtrack signposted as the Dardenelles Walking Track.
From the intersection at the bottom of the Giant Staircase the track heads south alongside the cliffs following the signs towards the Scenic Railway. This continues with some great views over the Katoomba Valley. At several points small seats have been installed to enjoy these fine views. This continues until in the final section going very very slightly down before coming to a heavily signposted intersection with signs pointing along the Federal Pass Track and towards the Scenic Railway.

(1 km) Int of Federal Pass, Scenic Railway and Dardenelles Tracks to Int of Furber Steps and Scenic Railway Track
Track: Moderate - Bush Track
Distance = 1.9 km Time = 1 Hrs 10 mins
Climb = 290 m Descent = -272 m
From the intersection the track heads south-west along the bushtrack next to the cliffs, following the signs towards the Scenic Railway. Not long after the intersection the track passes under the Three Sisters and this has been clearly signposted so it is difficult to miss. From here the track turns to the north-west and winds along a relatively flat bushtrack and at several points passes some good rock formations and caves embedded in the cliffs. Accompanying this there are occassional good views that aren't shrouded by the surrounding trees. The track continues in this manner until in the last section comes up to Kedumba Falls which the track crosses over using a metal bridge. Kedumba Falls is extremely pretty and it is possible to see the water flowing quite far down into the valley. Just across the bridge there is a picnic table by which to enjoy the view of the falls.
From the intersection the track heads south-west away from Kedumba Falls along the bushtrack for a short while before passing the Turpentine Tree. Shortly after the track comes to an intersection with a bushtrack going off to the right and up the cliffs.

(2.92 km) Int of Furber Steps and Scenic Railway Track to Scenic Railway (Bottom Platform)
Walk: Easy - Bush Track
Distance = 0.2 km Time = 30 mins
Climb = 203 m Descent = -207 m
From the intersection the track heads south-west alongside the cliffs on the flat bushtrack until passing through a small gate and entering onto the platform of the Scenic Railway. At this point there are fantastic views over the Katoomba Valley as well the Three Sisters.

(3.13 km) Scenic Railway (Bottom Platform) to Scenic World
Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - railtrail
Distance = 0.2 km Time = 20 mins
Climb = 187 m Descent = 0 m
From the bottom platform the track goes down the cliffs using the Scenic Railway. This is a 415m long journey and is the world's steepest railway. Use of the railway costs $10 for adults and $5 for children one-way. Last train normally at 4:45pm (opens at 9am) More info

Catch the bus from Scenic World
Public transport (bus) available to for this Bushwalk You can phone 131500 (the transport info line) for upto date running time info
And use these links to plan your Bus (and train) trip home from the end of the walk.
Plan a trip to --> Castle Hill | Central | Chatswood | Dural | Epping | Gosford | Hornsby | Katoomba | Manly | Parramatta | Penrith | Strathfield | Sutherland
Drive from Scenic World
You can drive (or ride your bike) to this bushwalk Parking fees apply in the area.
You can drive or ride from the end of this walk
Use these links to plan your your trip home from the end of the walk.
Plan a trip to --> Castle Hill | Central | Chatswood | Dural | Epping | Gosford | Hornsby | Katoomba | Manly | Parramatta | Penrith | Strathfield | Sutherland


Nearest know Outdoor Stores near the start of this walk
Store Address Phone Distance (straight line)
Paddy Pallin 166 Katoomba St , Katoomba (02) 4782 4466 1.8 km
Summit Gear 80- Bathurst Rd , Katoomba (02) 4782 3018 2.2 km
Summit Gear 11 Ross St , Glenbrook (02) 4739 4373 28.9 km
Boots Great Outdoors Shop 25 Home Centre Wolseley St , Penrith (02) 4733 5744 33.5 km
Kangaroo Tent City Cnr Mulgoa & Blaikie Rds, Penrith (02) 4733 4111 34 km

Weather and Park info

Weather and Climate summary detailed weather and climate information here
Early fog, few showers/thunderstorm.
Early fog, few showers/thunderstorm.
11.9°C (feels like 10.7°)
7 km/h from the NNE
90% humidity     (as at 13/03:00pm)
Wed|14°Early fog, few showers/thunderstorm.
Thu|15°Chance late shower.
Fri|14°Mostly fine.
Sat|13°Mostly fine.
A graph displaying the average daily temperature range for the year

Blue Mountains National Park Check for park closures and fire bans

Attracting over 3 million visitors annually, Blue Mountains National Park holds some of Australia's most spectacular and diverse wilderness areas. Explore the Grose Valley, with its sheer sandstone cliffs, waterfalls and scenic walking, or enjoy the famou

Cost to drive a car into the park (if you do not have a valid pass)

$7

Camping is available in the park

$0 to $5

Public toilets are available in the park

Region: Sydney & Surrounds
Park fees
Camping
Facilities


Campsites in the park
Acacia Flat
Burralow Creek camping ground
Coxs River Camping Area
Euroka campground - Appletree Flat campervan and camper trailer area
Euroka campground
Ingar campground
Mount Werong campground
Murphys Glen campground
Perrys Lookdown campground
Euoka Campground - Darug
Euoka Campground - Red Gum
Euoka Campground - Nioka
Euoka Campground - Bennetts Ridge

A list of the nearest UHF CB repeaters I found to Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase.
Channel Call sign
(more info)
Site Distance and dir from Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Staircase
Click to re-center search
5 BIN05 Fire Tower MT BINDO
Emergancy use only
29 km (to the WNW)
7 VMC7 Fire Tower MT BINDO 29 km (to the WNW)
4 RIV04 Fire Service Rusden Road MT RIVERVIEW 29 km (to the E)
6 LGW06 Lithgow Council Site HASSANS WALLS 30 km (to the NNW)
2 KUR02 Miles Comms Site 1 1 246 Burralow Road KURRAJONG HEIGHTS 35 km (to the NE)

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