Katoomba Kiosk +

	Parkland at Katoomba Kiosk +

	Steps near int of Prince Henry Cliff Walk and Reids Plateau loop +

	Following the hardened dirt track +

	Sign and track to Reids Plateau +

	Heading down towards Reids Plateau +

	Round Walk sign +

	Round Walk sign and arrow +

	What a rest area +

	Track down to Witches Leap +

	Witches Leap +

	Through Witches Leap +

	Crossing the creek that flows from Witches Leap to Veras Grotto +

	Vanimans Lookout +

	Mist from Vaniman's Lookout, 1940 Wallace Green +

	Round Walk sign +

	Furber Steps Info Sign +

	Rainforest Lookout +

	Juliets Balcony view +

	Juliets Balcony +

	Track under boulder +

	Below Juliets Balcony +

	Track near Vaniman's Lookout +

	Track around the hillside +

	Looking through the trees to the Katoomba Falls +

	Prince Henry Cliff top walk +

	Prince Henry Cliff top walk +

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Catch the bus to Katoomba Falls Kiosk
You can phone 131500 (the transport info line) for up to date running times. Use these links to plan your Bus (and train) trip to the end of this walk. (Links currently not working sorry) Plan your trip from --> Castle Hill|Chatswood|Dural|Epping|Gosford|Hornsby|Katoomba|Manly|Parramatta|Penrith|Strathfield|Sutherland|Sydney|

Drive to Katoomba Falls Kiosk
There is free parking available. You can drive or ride to the start of this walk Use these links to plan your trip to the start of this walk. Plan your trip from --> Castle Hill|Chatswood|Dural|Epping|Gosford|Hornsby|Katoomba|Manly|Parramatta|Penrith|Strathfield|Sutherland|Sydney|

Katoomba Falls Kiosk	Alt = 932 m
The Katoomba Falls Kiosk serves a variety of light and healthy meals including breakfast, lunch and Devonshire teas. A drink enjoyed here will add to the experience of any local bushwalk. For more information, phone (02) 4782-4868. More info

(0 km) Katoomba Falls Kiosk to Int of Katoomba Kiosk Loop and Witches Leap Track Track: Moderate - footpath	Length = 74 m	Time = 2 mins
	Climb = 0 m	Descent = -7 m
From Katoomba Falls Kiosk, this walk heads out the front doors and turns left following the side of the building, past the car park to the small park, which it crosses, passing the water fountain and the large information signs to the signposted intersection of the 'Prince Henry Cliff Walk' and the track heading to 'Scenic Railway & Skyway'. Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Reids Plateau' sign down the concrete stairs, passing a 'Greenspace Project' sign. The walk continues down to the bottom of the stairs and to the intersection of the Katoomba Falls Walk and the Prince Henry Cliff Walk (unsignposted).

(0.07 km) Int of Katoomba Kiosk Loop and Witches Leap Track to Int of Katoomba Falls Round Walk and Juliets Balcony Track Track: Moderate - bushtrack	Length = 327 m	Time = 8 mins
	Climb = 10 m	Descent = -36 m
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Katoomba Falls Track' sign down the hill, winding down a few sets of wooden steps as it passes a small rest area at a rock overhang, and continues down through the gully to the Witches Leap Lookout. Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the track heading down the hill, winding down some wooden steps that zigzag back down towards the creek, which it crosses at the footbridge. The walk then continues up a short hill and along through the forest, winding down a few more sets of wooden steps before coming to the signposted intersection of the Furber Steps track. Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Scenic Skyway' sign down the wooden steps, then flattens out for a short distance before continuing up the other side, climbing up the long, steep set of wooden steps. At the top, the walk comes to the intersection of the Round Walk and the Juliets Balcony track (unsignposted).

(0.4 km) Int of Katoomba Falls Round Walk and Juliets Balcony Track to Juliets Balcony Optional sidetrip: Track: Moderate - bushtrack	Length = 12 m	Time =
	Climb = 1 m	Descent = 0 m
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads up the short set of wooden steps, winding up to the raised rock platform, and along the bush track to the edge of the fenced-off rock shelf. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then veer left to continue along this walk.)

Juilets Balcony	Alt = 902 m
Juliets Balcony is a spectacular lookout, perched on top of a rock buttress near Orphan Rock, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout provides sweeping views of the start of the Kedumba Valley, from Katoomba Falls to the Three Sisters. The lookout is accessed by a staircase, off the Furber Steps track. The fenceline continues along the lookout, forming a long, fenced balcony.

(0.4 km) Int of Katoomba Falls Round Walk and Juliets Balcony Track to Vanimans Lookout Track: Hard - bushtrack	Length = 107 m	Time = 3 mins
	Climb = 11 m	Descent = -4 m
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk heads to the top of the metal stairs. The track then continues steeply up through the bush, climbing to Vanimans Lookout.

Vaniman's Lookout	Alt = 909 m
Vaniman's Lookout is a fenced, long and narrow lookout on the cliff edge, opposite Reids Plateau. The view looks directly over the Three Sisters across the Kedumba Valley, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout was considered one of the finest views on the Three Sisters in the 1900's. The lookout was named after Chester Melvin Vaniman in 1905, a well-know adventurer and artist from the USA, who visited the Blue Mountains in 1903[1]. More info

(0.51 km) Vanimans Lookout to Int of Katoomba Kiosk Track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk Track: Hard - bushtrack	Length = 297 m	Time = 6 mins
	Climb = 29 m	Descent = -6 m
Turn left: From Vanimans Lookout, this walk heads up the wooden steps, climbing up the hill through the bush until it comes to the intersection with the Prince Henry Cliff Walk. Veer right: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Caravan Park' sign along the bush track that winds along the side of the hill, heading through the forest to the signposted intersection of the Prince Henry Cliff Walk at the back of the park, near the Katoomba Falls Kiosk.

(0.81 km) Int of Katoomba Kiosk Track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk to Katoomba Falls Kiosk Walk: Easy - footpath	Length = 49 m	Time = 1 mins
	Climb = 2 m	Descent = 0 m
Turn left : From the intersection, this walk crosses through the park, passing the large information signs and the water fountain, arriving at the Katoomba Kiosk.

Catch the bus from Katoomba Falls Kiosk
You can phone 131500 (the transport info line) for up to date running times. Use these links to plan your Bus (and train) trip from the end of this walk. (Links currently not working sorry) Plan your trip to --> Castle Hill|Chatswood|Dural|Epping|Gosford|Hornsby|Katoomba|Manly|Parramatta|Penrith|Strathfield|Sutherland|Sydney|

Drive from Katoomba Falls Kiosk
There is free parking available. You can drive or ride from the end of this walk Use these links to plan your trip from the end of this walk. Plan your trip to --> Castle Hill|Chatswood|Dural|Epping|Gosford|Hornsby|Katoomba|Manly|Parramatta|Penrith|Strathfield|Sutherland|Sydney|

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
Euroka Campground - Darug
Euroka Campground - Red Gum
Euroka Campground - Nioka
Euroka Campground - Bennetts Ridge


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	1.3 km
Summit Gear	80- Bathurst Rd , Katoomba	(02) 4782 3018	1.7 km
Summit Gear	11 Ross St , Glenbrook	(02) 4739 4373	29.7 km
Simdra Pet & Hobby Mart	45 Main St , Lithgow	(02) 6352 4422	30.4 km
Lithgow 4WD Centre	281 Main St , Lithgow	(02) 6353 1899	30.7 km

A list of the nearest UHF CB repeaters I found to Round Walk.

Channel	Call sign (more info)	Site	Distance and dir from Round Walk Click to re-center search
5	BIN05	Fire Tower MT BINDO Emergency use only	28 km (to the W)
7	VMC7	Fire Tower MT BINDO	28 km (to the W)
6	LGW06	Lithgow Council Site HASSANS WALLS	29 km (to the NNW)
4	RIV04	Fire Service Rusden Road MT RIVERVIEW	30 km (to the E)
2	KUR02	Miles Comms Site 1 1 246 Burralow Road KURRAJONG HEIGHTS	35 km (to the NE)

Fire Danger
This walk passes Greater Sydney Region fire area which currently has a LOW MODERATE rating and No fire ban in place.
(Tomorrow the Fire Danger Rating is LOW MODERATE, No fire ban.) (Downloaded 7 years ago)
Please Note: Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather and Climate
Weather and Climate summary detailed weather and climate information here

°C (feels like °) km/h from the % humidity     (as at ) Wed       27° Showers. Likely storm developing. Thu 16°|26° Shower or two. Fri 15°|28° Mostly sunny. Sat 12°|22° Possible late shower.

Blue Mountains National Park Link to official closures and fire bans page
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.
Region: Sydney & Surrounds
Park fees Camping Facilities
Current Park Closure information for Blue Mountains National Park
Closure information last downloaded Sunday 27th of September 2015 07:00 AM
Closed areas: Grand Canyon walking track
The Grand Canyon walking track will be closed from Wednesday 14 October 2015 to mid-June 2016. The closure is necessary to allow work to continue on improving the walking track. Access for canyoners will be on weekends only. Access from Evans Lookout via Beauchamp Falls to the Grose Valley will remain open. Evans Lookout carpark, Loop carpark, and Neates Glen carpark will remain open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed for maintenance. This includes the Gorge Walking track. No access to the area is permitted.Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Hawkesbury area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Prince Henry cliff walk, Leura
Blue Mountains City Council wishes to advise that Prince Henry cliff walk between Majestic lookout and the junction with the Leura Cascades walk is currently closed due to a landslip. Detours will be in place and clearly signposted around the affected area. Access from the Leura picnic area to the cascades is unaffected. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains City Tourism on 1300 653 408 or Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Butterbox Swamp track
The traditional access to Butterbox Canyon via the endangered swamp is now closed and rehabilitated. No access permitted. Canyoners should use the new track provided. Temporary signage is in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Claustral canyon access change
Access to Claustral canyon via the previous route across private land at Mount Tomah is no longer possible due to landholders denying access. Canyoners should respect the rights of Mount Tomah residents and avoid using private land. Alternative access from the west side of Mount Bell has been identified. For more information, please contact the Blue Moauntains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open seven days 9am to 4.30pm, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Cahills lookout - Katoomba
As a result of a recent bushfire, Cahills lookout remains closed until further notice. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains City Council on (02) 4780 5000.

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens
Waratah Native Gardens Some areas of this park are closed due to a major landslip event occurring across The Gorge Walking Track. Closed areas include The Gorge Walking Track in the Blue Mountains National Park. A full assessment is underway to determine the extent of damage and to ensure the area is made safe. The Gorge Walking Track is closed at the entry trackhead however the Waratah Native Gardens Day Use and Picnic Area located off Valley Ridges Road Berambing (west of Bilpin) has now been reopened. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. For more information, please contact NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open seven days 9am to 4.30pm, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines

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