What goes up, must come down
Blue Mountains National Park
Tackle the steep descents and grueling climbs of the Grose Valley via four iconic passes.
The expedition
Overview
This challenge focuses on the steep terrain surrounding the Grose River in the Blue Mountains. Participants must navigate the significant elevation changes of four distinct access points into the valley.
The Common Point
The Grose River serves as the base point for all these tracks. Each leg requires a full descent to the valley floor and a subsequent ascent back to the rim.
Locations
- Perry's Lookdown — One of the steepest tracks in the Blue Mountains.
- Shortridge Pass — Also known as the Lockley Pylon track approach to the Grose.
- Pierces Pass — A popular access point providing stunning cliff views.
- Victoria Falls Walking Track — Leads down to the beautiful cascades and the river.
Your objectives
Complete each of the four designated tracks into the Grose Valley.
Complete all four tracks (Perry’s Lookdown, Shortridge Pass, Pierces Pass, and Victoria Falls) within a single calendar day.
Patches & badges
Complete this challenge to earn a Hikezilla patch (badges coming soon).
Recent completions
Soon: see fellow members who recently finished this quest.