Euroka Nepean River Circuit

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1 hr 15 mins

2.8 km Circuit

156 m

Hard track

This circuit walk starts from the Euroka Clearing and follows a track beside Euroka Creek then fairly steeply to the Nepean River. The river is a great spot to enjoy the sandy bank, large surrounding hills and the passing boats. The walk returns along Bennetts Ridge trail. The wildfowers in spring add a whole new dimension to this walk.

Nepean River track sign near Darug campsite

Track through clearing below Euroka day use area

Small timber bridges makes walking a bit easier

Int of Nepean River and Euroka Creek tracks

Across the Nepean past the mouth of Euroka Creek

Int of Nepean River track and Bennetts Ridge trail

Gate and car park from Bennetts Ridge trail

Walking across Bennetts Ridge day use area

looking across Bennetts Ridge day use area

Euroka Campground - Darug

The Darug (sometimes labeled Daruk) campsite is found the Euroka Clearing, in the Glenbrook region of the Blue Mountains National Park. There are about 20 camping spaces to choose from in this area. Tap water is available at the park entrance. The campsite has a wheelchair-accessible toilet (access over grassy terrain) and a few metal fireplaces. The campsite is surrounded by large gum trees and is right at the base of a steep hill to the north.

(0km) Top of Darug campsite car park → Darug and Bennetts Ridge Bridge clearing

150 m

2 mins

-5m Easy track

From the Darug campsite car park, this walk heads around the gate and through the campsite. Tending to the right, this walk follows the fence line past the 'please use walkway' sign, down the wide trail and across the metal bridge. On the other side of the bridge, the walk comes to an intersection in a grassing clearing.

(0km) Darug and Bennetts Ridge Bridge clearing → Int of Nepean River and Euroka Creek tracks

810 m

18 mins

37m

-36m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection and clearing, this walk follows the 'Nepean River' sign across the flat grassy area (keeping the creek to the left). At the other end of the clearing, the walk follows the track up and then down a few steps as it follows the creek edge. The track gently winds its way up and around the hill, crossing a few timber platforms (small bridges) and passing some old wire fences. As the walk progress, the gully on the left becomes much deeper. The track soon heads down some steps and bends right, providing some glimpses down to the Nepean River. Just after this bend, the walk comes to a 'Y' intersection (and a sign pointing to the 'Nepean River').

(1km) Int of Nepean River and Euroka Creek tracks → Junction of Nepean River and Euroka Creek

250 m

7 mins

-59m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the steps, following the 'Nepean River' sign. Next, the track crosses a small timber bridge before stepping down the rocks on a sharp left-hand bend and crossing another timber bridge. The walk continues down more steps and through a weedy section of bush, then into a small gully. The clear track heads through this gully to the bank of the Nepean River (just a few metres from Euroka Creek, on the left).

Junction of Nepean River and Euroka Creek

At the bottom of the Euroka-Nepean River Track there is a small clearing on the bank of the Nepean River. The eroded clearing is just a few meters south of where the Euroka Creek drains into the Nepean. This is a great spot to enjoy the river and watch the boats go by. Some people use this spot to access the Nepean for a swim, although care would be needed.

(1km) Junction of Nepean River and Euroka Creek → Int of Nepean River track and Bennetts Ridge trail

570 m

16 mins

104m

-7m Hard track

Turn around: From the Nepean River, this walk follows the clear track up through the gully, ducking under the tree. The track climbs the steps and heads through a weedy section of bush. Soon after crossing a small wooden bridge, the walk steps up the rocks on the sharp right-hand bend, then crosses another small wooden bridge. After this bend, the track heads up more stairs to come to a 'T' intersection and a sign pointing back down to the 'Nepean River'.
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads up the steps following the 'Euroka Via Bennetts Ridge' sign. As the track winds up the hill, it passes a couple more 'Euroka Via Bennetts Ridge' signs. Soon after passing a rock platform, the track comes to a turning circle at the end of an old management trail (with a sign pointing back down to the 'Nepean River'). From here, the walk follows the old management trail gently up the hill for about 80m, coming to a 'T' intersection with the signposted 'Bennetts Ridge Fire Trail'.

(2km) Int of Nepean River track and Bennetts Ridge trail → Bennetts Ridge campsite

660 m

12 mins

-29m Easy track

Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Bennetts Ridge Fire Trail - Euroka' sign gently uphill along the wide management trail. The walk gently winds through the bush for a while along this trail. Soon after passing a 'gate' sign, the walk heads around the gate and comes to the car park for Bennetts Ridge campsite.

Euroka Campground - Bennetts Ridge

The Bennetts Ridge campsite is found on the southern side of the Euroka Clearing, in the Glenbrook region of the Blue Mountains National Park. There are about 30 camping spaces to choose from in this area. Tap water is available at the park entrance. The campsite has a wheelchair-accessible toilet (access over grassy and hilly terrain) and a several metal fireplaces. The campsite is has many large gum trees and is next to the larger Bennetts Ridge day use area clearing.

(2km) Bennetts Ridge campsite → Top of Darug campsite car park

360 m

6 mins

-19m Easy track

Turn right: From the car park, this walk heads across the signposted 'Bennetts Ridge - day use only' area. The walk makes its way down the hill across this clearing, tending to the left. Keeping the creek and fence on the left, the walk continues until coming to the lower clearing and an intersection with the bridge on the left (and a sign pointing right, to the 'Nepean River').
Turn left: From the clearing, this walk crosses the bridge and follows the wide track up the hill to Darug campsite. The walk continues through the campsite and around the gate, coming to the car park on the high side of the campsite.

Maps for the Euroka Nepean River Circuit walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Penrith	1:25 000 Map Series	90303N PENRITH	NSW-90303N
Penrith	1:100 000 Map Series	9030 PENRITH	9030

Cross sectional view of the Euroka Nepean River Circuit bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Euroka Nepean River Circuit

Altitude analysis for Euroka Nepean River Circuit

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	2.8 km
		Time	1 hr 15 mins
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Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

2km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 510m is very steep. The remaining (320m) has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 1.6km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles, whilst the remaining 1.2km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 2.8km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 1.6km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 1.2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 2.8km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

1.2km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 1.1km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (510m) has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged).

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Euroka Nepean River Circuit walk.

Euroka to Red Hands Cave

4.3 km One way, 1 hr 45 mins

The walk to Red Hands Caves is quite a heritage walk, with both Indigenous art and grinding grooves to see. The walk leaves Euroka camping area and heads down through the valleys, passing the heritage areas. The walk finishes at Red Hands Cave picnic area, a perfect spot for lunch. As an alternative

Total climbing: 269m

Experienced only

Tunnel View Lookout

512 m Return, 30 mins

Tunnel View Lookout walk is a short walk along a well-maintained management trail. At the end of the wide trail is a short narrow track leading to a large mostly flat rock platform with great views. On the far side of the gorge you can just see where train tunnel goes through the hill, you can't see

Total climbing: 9m

Hard track

Jellybean Pool

218 m Return, 20 mins

This short, pleasant walk takes you down to a naturally formed water hole, somewhat in the shape of a jelly bean. The picturesque swimming hole near Glenbrook is popular among locals. The track is well-defined and has staircases in steeper sections. The area can be particularly dangerous after ra

Total climbing: 20m

Moderate track

Red Hands Cave Circuit from Campfire Creek

8.3 km Circuit, 3 hrs 45 mins

This walk takes the lovely track up through Red Hands Gully to the amazing hand painting of Red Hands Caves. This historic and cultural feature is complemented by the Grinding Grooves along Campfire Creek. An excellent walk through some beautiful bush. There is a picnic area halfway - a great spot t

Total climbing: 397m

Hard track

Red Hands Cave Circuit via Campfire Creek

8.4 km Circuit, 3 hrs 45 mins

This is a scenic and rather cultural walk, with two significant Indigenous sites along the way. The walk sets out from Campfire Creek car park following the creek of similar name to the amazing Red Hands Caves. The second site is the grinding grooves, which are passed on the return to the car park a

Total climbing: 396m

Experienced only

Blue Pool Track

522 m Return, 20 mins

This short, pleasant walk, starts close to the Glenbrook entrance of the Blue Mountains National Park. The walk follows a staircase and track down to Blue Pool. The blue colouring of the water can vary in intensity, depending on water and weather conditions. A popular swimming hole, this creek is

Total climbing: 39m

Hard track

Blue Pool to Glenbrook Sandbar

2.5 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

This enjoyable walk leads to the beautiful feature that is Blue Pool. This natural pool can appear an amazing colour, and can be quite popular with swimmers. If Blue Pool is too crowded for your liking, there is an optional sidetrip which heads further up the creek to Glenbrook sandbar. The sandbar

Total climbing: 175m

Hard track

Jellybean Track

1 km Return, 45 mins

This walk visits the Jellybean Pools, a popular swimming hole and lovely area in Glenbrook Gorge. Starting at the Glenbrook entrance to the Blue Mountains National Park, the walk follows a well maintained track down the hill, crossing a road a couple of times to come to the Jellybean Pool. The riv

Total climbing: 91m

Moderate track

Glenbrook to Red Hands Cave (via Jellybean Pool)

4.4 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk takes you across Glenbrook Gorge and up Campfire Creek to Red Hands Cave. The walk is quite serene and you can enjoy some peace as you wander along the trail to the art in Red Hands Cave. The side trip to the grinding grooves is worthwhile to complement the cave art.

Total climbing: 259m

Hard track

Glenbrook Gorge Track

1.7 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk starts from the Glenbrook information centre, just inside the national park and follows a well defined track down to the Glenbrook Creek and the gorge. The walk is popular with locals looking for a place to swim. The gorge is particularly dangerous after rain, so appropriate care should

Total climbing: 122m

Hard track

Mount Portal Lookout

74 m Return, 10 mins

This is a short walk to a spectacular view. The walks starts with a pleasant drive along the dirt roads through the lower Blue Mountains. From the car park, the walk follows a short footpath to the fenced raised timber viewing platform. The views from the lookout are stunning and include Glenbrook G

Total climbing: 13m

Very easy

Red Hands Cave and Axe Grinding Tour

4.1 km Circuit, 2 hrs

This is a cultural walk with two significant sites being visited along the way. The walk leaves the quiet Red Hands Cave picnic area and winds down the valley to the Axe Grinding Grooves, once used by Indigenous Australians. The track then follows Campfire Creek up to Red Hands Caves and visits the

Total climbing: 211m

Moderate track

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Euroka Nepean River Circuit walk starts and ends at the Top of Darug campsite car park (gps: -33.797866, 150.61783)

Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.<br /> (get details)

Weather Forecast

This walk starts in the Central Tablelands weather district.

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Park Information

Blue Mountains National Park

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 famous views of the Three Sisters. Easy access makes a day trips very worthwhile, but with such diversity it would be great to stay in one of the many B&B's and spend a few days soaking up the region.

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