Royal National ParkUnofficial Guide

Uloola Track

A classic highland track through sandstone country to Uloola Falls — popular with hikers and mountain bikers.

Woodland trail in Royal National Park

At a glance

Grade, distance and time — check NPWS alerts before you leave.

Grade

Grade 3

Distance

11 km one-way

Duration

4–6 hrs

Planning your visit

Access & parking

Western plateau access — multiple trailheads; most hikers use Waterfall or Heathcote approaches. Audley Visitor Centre for map advice.

Best season

Uloola Falls best after rain. Winter nights cold at Uloola Falls campground — book ahead on NPWS.

Nearby

Uloola Falls campground, park camping guide, and shared mountain-bike sections on weekends.

Overview

Uloola Track runs through the park's western sandstone plateau, passing creeks, rock formations and open forest before reaching Uloola Falls. It is a shared-use track — expect mountain bikers, especially on weekends.

Most hikers arrange a car shuffle or return the same way. The one-way distance is about 11 km; allow most of a day with breaks. Sections can get boggy after heavy rain — spring wildflowers reward dry-weather visits.

What to expect

  • Sandstone outcrops and creek crossings (after rain, creeks may rise)
  • Uloola Falls — best after recent rainfall
  • Uloola Falls campground nearby for overnight trips
  • Shared track — stay alert for cyclists on descents

Planning

Book Uloola Falls campground through NPWS if staying overnight. Foot-access only — no car camping at the falls.

Visitor Centre at Audley can help with maps. Park entry $12 per vehicle per day.

— checked against NPWS / BeachSafe where applicable.

Check NPWS alerts →

Always check NPWS track alerts before you go. Printable maps on Wild Walks.

Related guides

Unofficial guide — always verify conditions withNSW National ParksandBeachSafebefore visiting.