Burramoko Ridge (Hanging Rock) trail
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Burramoko Ridge (Hanging Rock) trail

Blue Mountains, NSW

Mostly flat 10 km return fire trail from Blackheath to unfenced Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock.

About this place

NPWS lists Burramoko Ridge (Hanging Rock) trail as a 10 km return medium trail for walkers (about 4 hours) and cyclists (about 2 hours) through heath and open forest to a dramatic bluff over the Grose Wilderness. Leave bikes at the turning circle and walk the short bush track to unfenced Baltzer lookout. Groups in the Grose Wilderness are limited to 8 people. Spring waratahs and grass trees are a highlight.

Access & getting there

From the Great Western Highway just north of Blackheath lights, turn into Ridgewell Road and park at the locked gate without blocking it. First kilometre is outside the national park. No dogs once inside. Wilderness group limit of 8.

Ridgewell Road locked gate, Blackheath NSW 2785

Safety notes

Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock are unfenced with fatal drop-offs. Do not jump onto Hanging Rock. Fill in a trip intention form.

Gear notes

Drinking water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes. Cyclists: mountain bike and helmet.

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