Secret Sydney Tourist Spot - The Six Foot Track is a historic track from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves 44km long (27.5 mi). The elevation change is 1,600 m (5,200 ft) approx. Originally built about 6 feet wide, over 100 years ago,this walk takes you on a fantastic journey exploring the natural beauty between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves. I first hiked this track in 1990 when it was overgrown with a handful of markers along the way. There was no bridge over the Cox river and we had to walk through it with out packs on our head. During this inaugural hike, we hiked half way to Alum creek and camped. We were then hit with the largest snow fall in 20 years. Nearly 2 feet of snow fell overnight along Black Range. We ended up hiking all the way to Jenolan Caves through the snow! So a warning in winter the area can get hit with cold and snowy weather. This hike can be done in between 2-5 days depending on your fitness and time. There are 4 camping locations along the track spaced 5 enough apart you can plan your hike around 2,3,4 or 5 days to the next camping location. The suspension bridge which was installed in the mid 1990s has made the river crossing much easier and safer. This is one of the most amazing hikers I've ever done and by far my most favourite in the world! It goes though a Glen and rainforest, down to some plains, rolling hills in the Megalong Valley, Cox river, fairly steep mountain walk, pine forest and down to the amazing Jenolan Caves at the end. There is a lot of wildlife along the hike from Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Deer to Platypus in the rivers. I suggest this hike to anyone. It will be one of your most memorable experiences in the Blue Mountains. read more
