Organizer:
Sunil V
Date/Time:
Date(s) - Sunday 25 October, 2026
9:30 am - 5:30 pm
hiking
Hey everyone! 👋
Join us for a scenic day hike in the Blue Mountains, exploring Mount Banks and the spectacular cliffs overlooking the Grose Valley.
We’ll climb the Mount Banks Summit Walk, then descend via the south-eastern connecting track to Mount Banks Road. From there we’ll continue along the fire trail to the Banks Wall lookouts, enjoying forest, heath land and panoramic wilderness views before returning to the picnic area.
WHEN AND WHERE?
📅 Date: Sunday 25 October 2026
🕘 Time: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
📍 Meeting point: Mount Victoria Station
🚶 Distance: Approximately 13 km combined (depending on final lookout turnaround)
⛰️ Elevation gain: Approximately 400–550 m (estimate)
🥾 Difficulty: Moderate (Grade 3–4)
⏱️ Duration: Allow up to 8 hours including breaks
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
• At least 2–3 liters of water
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Hiking shoes or boots with good grip
• Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
• Warm layer in case of cool weather and rain jacket
• Small daypack
• Head torch just in case
GETTING THERE
No car is needed to join this trip. We will meet at Mount Victoria Station at 9:30. Please do not miss the train as they are not frequent.
We will then car shuffle to Mount Banks Picnic Area which is reached from Bells Line of Road via approximately 1 km of unsealed access road. If you are driving yourself in a low clearance car, it is best to car shuffle with us.
TRACK INFORMATION
Mount Banks Summit Walk:
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/mount-banks-summit-walk
Mount Banks Road Trail:
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/cycling-trails/mount-banks-road-cycle-route
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Suitable for reasonably fit beginners and intermediate hikers comfortable walking around 13 km on uneven terrain with some steep climbs and descents.
SIGN-UP
Mention your hiking experience when you sign up and if you have previously completed a hike of 10 km or more.
Let us know if you can’t make it ASAP. Please do not sign up if you think you will cancel last minute.
Looking forward to exploring this beautiful part of the Blue Mountains with you!
Cheers,
James & Sunil
