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Glow Worm Tunnel via Wolgan Valley loop

Wollemi National Park

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All the practical information you need to know about Glow Worm Tunnel via Wolgan Valley loop .

Track grading

Grade 4

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Features of this track

Distance

9km loop

Time

4 - 5hrs

Quality of markings

Limited signage

Experience required

Experienced bushwalkers

Gradient

Very steep

Steps

Many steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

Glow Worm Tunnel walking track is in the Lithgow area of Wollemi National Park. To get there:

Directions from Lithgow via Clarence

Take the B59 (Chifley Road) to Clarence (Zig Zag Railway).
Turn left at Petra Avenue and continue onto Old Bells Line of Road for 8.4 km.
At the end of Old Bells Line of Road, turn right onto Glow Worm Tunnel Road. Continue for 26.8km.
You will drive through a 60m long single lane tunnel just before you reach the Glow Worm Tunnel Carpark.

Directions from Lithgow, via State Mine Gully Road (check Local Alerts as roads may be closed for infrastructure upgrades)

The route is signposted from the corner of Bridge Street and Main Street Lithgow.
From Bridge Street, turn right at Inch Street.
Turn left at Atkinson Street and after 750m, turn right onto State Mine Gully Road. State Mine Gully Road is a gravel road that becomes Glow Worm Tunnel Road.
After about 39km, you’ll drive through a 60m tunnel just before you reach the Glow Worm Tunnel car park.

Road quality

Trucks frequently use Old Bells Line of Road for infrastructure works. Please drive carefully.
State Mine Gully Road and Glow Worm Tunnel Road is an unsealed gravel road in Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. While 2WD vehicles can access this route in dry weather, 4WD vehicles are highly recommended. Access is by 4WD only in wet weather.
Please drive carefully on the narrow gravel roads, and look out for wildlife.

Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles (no long vehicle access)

Weather restrictions

4WD required in wet weather

Parking

The carpark is at the end of Glow Worm Tunnel Road at the start of Glow Worm Tunnel walking track. Car spaces are limited during peak times.

You can also park at the Old Coach Road carpark and walk 1.5km along Old Coach trail to connect to the loop. Old Coach Road carpark is about a 17 minute drive from Glow Worm Tunnel carpark. Access is on Old Coach Road, off Glow Worm Tunnel Road.

Facilities

There are no bins so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you.
Drinking water is not available in this area so you’ll need to bring your own.
There are raised platform seating/tables at the Glow Worm Tunnel carpark and outside Glow Worm Tunnel.
Toilet facilities are in the carpark at the start of the waking track.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

The Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes section of the track may be closed during or after heavy rain because of rock fall and flood risk. Please check alerts for track closures before you leave home.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and no mobile reception at the Glow Worm Tunnel area and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Prohibited

Camping

Camping is not permitted in this area.

Cycling

Cycling is not permitted along walking tracks or in Glow Worm Tunnel. You can cycle on public roads and management trails including the Glow Worm Tunnel Road and the Old Coach Road/Trail.

Drones

Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.

This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.

Commercial filming and photography

Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Operated by

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office
9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 4787 8877
bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785

Park info

in Wollemi National Park in the Sydney and surrounds, North Coast and Country NSW regions
Wollemi National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.