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Butterbox Canyon

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For fit and experienced climbers only, Butterbox Canyon near Leura is a challenging technical route. Come ready for lots of abseiling, unavoidable swims, and an exposed rock climb to make your exit.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Claustral Canyon

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Guides are recommended for Claustral Canyon, a technical canyon that requires a high level of fitness and experience. To complete it you’ll need to do abseils, swims and a long walk to get in and out.

Where

Mount Wilson area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Empress Canyon

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Only fit, experienced canyoners should attempt Empress Canyon, near Wentworth Falls. This technical route features down-climbs, jumps, swims and a 30m overhanging abseil down a waterfall.

Where

Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Fortress Canyon

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For fit and experienced canyoners only, Fortress Canyon is challenging and should only be attempted with a guide. This technical canyon features 2 abseils, down climbs, jumps and long swims.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Grand Canyon

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Grand Canyon is a short, technical canyon only suitable for fit and experienced canyoners. You’ll need to swim, scramble and do a 20m over-hanging abseil.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Jugglers Canyon

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Only fit canyoners should tackle Jugglers Canyon, near Medlow Bath and Grand Canyon. It’s a short route but to complete it you’ll need to do wading, scrambles and 4 abseils, including a 20m abseil from a rock overhang.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

North Bowens Creek Canyon

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North Bowens Creek Canyon, near Mount Wilson in Blue Mountains National Park, should only be attempted with a guide. With down-climbs, swims and abseils, it’s for fit and experienced canyoners only.

Where

Mount Wilson area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Grand Canyon track

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Set out from Grand Canyon carpark near Blackheath and be met with a series of waterfalls, creeks and spectacular views along the challenging Grand Canyon track in the Blue Mountains.

Distance

6.3km loop

Time

3 - 4hrs

Grade

Grade 3

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Blue Mountains canyoning and abseiling adventures

Join Blue Mountains Adventure Company on an exciting nature-based adventure in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. There’s lots of thrilling activities on offer, including abseiling, canyoning, climbing, hiking or a self-guided e-bike tour.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

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Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

Where

Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

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