Two options are offered for our training walk, an easy walk and a medium walk.  To join the medium walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers. 

To join a walk: 

* You must bring snacks.

* You must carry at least 1.5 litres of water.

WALK INFORMATION

Both the easy and the medium walks start at Katoomba Station. Meet outside the Station Bar, Bathurst Rd,next to the station. Location.

There are toilets at Katoomba station, in Katoomba Village mall (near Coles) and on the corner of Studleigh Pl and Katoomba St, Katoomba. There are also toilets at Echo Pt.  

Walk 1 - Easy

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: About 8 km. 3 hours

Description: Heading down to the Prince Henry Cliff Walk then on to Echo Point and Katoomba Falls. Returning to Katoomba via road. We will see stunning views over the Jamieson Valley and the Three Sisters from lookouts and vantage points along the way. There are lots of steps, and mostly formed walking paths. Walking poles will be useful. We'll stop for coffee at Echo Point, and return to the Katoomba Family Hotel for lunch at the end of the walk.

Walk leader: Sharise 

Walk 2 - Medium

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: 11km. About 4 hours

Description:  Our final medium monthly walk for the year starts from Katoomba Station. We will take the Grand Cliff Top walk from Tarpeian Rock, Leura to Katoomba Falls. Enjoy spectacular views, including the Three Sisters and waterfalls. The walk includes a steep, eroded section and small creek crossing in Leura Park so walking poles are recommended. The Grand Cliff Top walk is in good condition but includes many steps. We’ll return to the Family Hotel for lunch.

Walk leader: Tony

To join the medium walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers.  You also need to be confident of your fitness to walk for 3-4 hours. 

END OF YEAR CELEBRATION

We will celebrate the end of the year with lunch at the Katoomba Family Hotel, 15 Parke St, Katoomba. Location. Food and drink at own expense. Menu.

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WALKING SAFETY

Please read this before you attempt any of our training walks. 

You are welcome on our walks, but please read the following carefully before deciding to do a walk.

Your safety is your responsibility. You must know your walking ability. 

The walk coordinator on the day has the authority to withdraw you from the walk if they believe the walk is not suitable for you and they believe you may put yourself (and others) at risk. 

1. Read our notes about the walk carefully, and be aware of the difference between the grades of walks.

Easy walks are usually on well-formed fire roads or bush paths, with limited stairs or steep parts. Elevation gains during the walk are typically small to moderate.   Distances 5-12 kms.

Medium walks also include walking on well-formed fire roads and bush paths but are generally more challenging walks and faster pace. People more accustomed to bushwalking trails should consider this option. If you're not experienced on rougher ground, or are not confident about your current fitness level then choose the first (easy) walk to build up your confidence.   Distances typically 12-16kms.

2. Do not attempt either walks if you have any health concerns, have cold or flu symptoms or are otherwise unwell.

3. Wear appropriate footwear and bring ample water (minimum 1.5 litres).  Walking poles can be useful. 

4. Wear and bring appropriate walking gear, the weather in the mountains can change rapidly so always have a rain jacket or poncho. Bring a hat for sun and rain protection.

5. Carry a basic first aid kit including snake bandage, sunscreen, insect repellent.

4. The group is only as fast as its slowest walker.  If you are unsure about being able to keep up with the group for the entire walk, start with the easy walk. 

5. All walkers will meet at the start of the walk.  If you are unsure of the route, make sure you buddy up with someone who does.  An experienced walker will walk at the rear of the group.

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All our Blue Mountains Camino events are subject to severe weather events.  If events are restricted or the organisers determine conditions are not safe for pilgrims to gather together the walk will be cancelled.  Your registration fee will be fully refunded in that case. 

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If you have any questions, please email info@bluemountainscamino.au

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