Winter Blue Mountains Epic! Springwood - Richmond 27KM Hard

Winter Blue Mountains Epic! Springwood - Richmond 27KM Hard

We catch the Sydney-Bathurst Train departing Central Station Platform 7 at 6:24AM, arriving Springwood Station 7:43AM. It is a 3KM walk out of town to reach the Springwood Ridge Track which we follow deep into the Blue Mountains, taking a break at Grose Head South Lookout, for late morning tea and epic views into the wilderness!

A further 5KM in we find Deeimba Campgrounds and take a late lunch break. From here we exit the bush via local roads and bridges, crossing the Nepean River at Agnes Banks and entering Richmond via Hobartville.

Distance: 27KM

Type of Walk: This walk is a full day Blue Mountains adventure. Winter is the ideal time to explore these areas, which can be extremely hot in Summer. NOT TO BE MISSED!!

Difficulty: Hard. A good level of fitness and commitment is required.

Walking Pace: We will maintain a steady pace all day and average 4KM per hour. We must finish by 4:30PM.

Meeting Place and Transport: Catch 6:24AM train from Platform 7, Sydney Central, to Springwood, arriving 7:43AM. Trains back from Richmond depart every half hour.

What to bring: Trail runners; 2-3 litres of water, no refill; hydrolytes; morning tea; lunch; snacks. Pack the light rain jacket, sunscreen and a cap or hat.

Suggested Donation: $10

Pub: Richmond Inn, adjacent the Train Station looks excellent!

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If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day.

Ted.