Where

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

Distance

0.5km return

Time suggested

15 - 30min

Grade

Grade 3

Trip Intention Form

It's a good idea to let someone know where you're going. Fill in a trip intention form to send important details about your trip to your emergency contact.

Personal Locator Beacon

Hire a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) for free at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath.

Entry fees

Park entry fees apply

Opening times

If you're driving into the Glenbrook area, the gates are open:

• First Sunday in October to first Sunday in April 8.30am to 7pm
• Rest of year 8.30am to 6pm

What to
bring

Hat, sunscreen, drinking water

A challenging yet short hike that’s well worth the effort, Blue Pool walking track leads to an idyllic swimming hole in a tranquil bush setting. Located in the Glenbrook area of Blue Mountains National Park, it’s an ideal day-trip for families or friends wanting a relaxing day out, far from the city.  

Following the track through the bush, look for the vibrant red flowers of the bottlebrush and the flowering tea tree in the warmer months. Upon arriving at the fern-fringed waterhole, quiet patience may be rewarded with a glimpse of a shy turtle coming up for air.

Enjoy a refreshing dip before rolling out the picnic rug on the sandy riverside beach. Tuck into a leisurely lunch as the currawongs and rainbow lorikeets chatter above. For views of the surrounding landscape, head to Mount Portal lookout.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info