The Den Fenella Track is a short and easy bushwalk that starts at the picnic area in Wentworth Falls and leads to a small but scenic lookout.
Despite its short length, this walk is a real treat, featuring lush rainforest, creek crossings, cascading waterfalls, and sweeping views.
It’s a great walk to combine with one or more of the many other tracks and lookouts in this beautiful part of the Blue Mountains.
| Den Fenella Track | |
|---|---|
| Distance: | 1 km (return) |
| Duration: | 1 hour |
| Grade: | Easy |
| Dogs: | Not allowed |
Getting There
The Den Fenella Track starts at the Wentworth Falls Picnic Area car park, or can be done as a side trip from the Overcliff Undercliff Track.
To reach the picnic area, turn onto Falls Road from the Great Western Highway. At the end of the road, turn onto Sir H Burrell Drive, where you’ll find a reasonably sized car park.
Keep in mind that the car park fills up quickly on weekends, so it’s best to arrive early to secure a spot.
Below is a map of the walk from the car park to the lookout.
Track Notes
The Den Fenella Walking Track may be short, but it’s also quite steep, particularly in the last 200 metres, where the trail descends into a small canyon.
Overall, it’s a relatively easy walk, but good hiking shoes are recommended, especially in wet conditions.
1. Start of the Walk
After parking, look for the trailhead near the picnic tables behind the car park.
About 300 metres in, the track reaches a small footbridge, which marks the junction with the Overcliff Undercliff Track.
2. Den Fenella Creek
Cross the footbridge, then turn left to begin the 200-metre descent to Den Fenella Lookout.
This is the most exciting part of the trail, as it follows Den Fenella Creek into a narrow canyon.
The creek forms several small cascading waterfalls, with stairs and stepping stones guiding the way through this beautiful setting.
3. Den Fenella Lookout
After crossing a few small footbridges, the track reaches the fenced Den Fenella Lookout.
This is a tiny lookout perched on the cliff’s edge, right next to where the creek plunges into the valley.
On a clear day, the views across Jamison Valley are spectacular, with several Blue Mountains landmarks visible in the distance.
If you take a good look around, you might spot Kings Tableland, Mount Solitary, the Narrow Neck Plateau, and Sublime Point.
Once you’ve finished soaking in the views, simply retrace your steps back to the car park, where you can explore more nearby walks.
