11 Kilometre Walking Track

Fun hike off a nice park. Only saw one other person on the track. Definitely Grade4/5. Any more challenging and you’d need some proper gear to tackle it. Generally ok to find some of the trail through some parts. The hike is not an easy one (would suggest only to fit and or experienced hikers)- you’ll be scaling big rocks and up some somewhat challenging ascents and tricky descent. Need sturdy boots. need to take water and be prepared for a big energy output. Listed as 11km, but only clocked 9km on the Garmin. Listed as 5+ hours but managed it in just under 3 hours chasing the heels of my turbo boosted bush walking machine of a partner 😂 Only 1 5min break to take off a couple layers because I was cooking after the big climb from the left entry. Counter clockwise is a softer intro entry to the hike and clockwise (left) gives you a big long climb up (that I think would be better to go up than down). Risk of leeches in the (area know for it.) Campground around the corner is quite nice too.

11km walking track is near Wisemans Ferry and follows a steep mountain ridge through lush gullies, past clear running creeks in Dharug National Park. This rough track will really get your heart racing with several steep climbs along the way. 11km walking track is an exhilarating challenge for adventure seekers. Experienced and fit bushwalkers might be able to finish the track in four hours but if you prefer to drop the pace then it’s a good idea to start 11km walking track early in the day to enjoy the scenic views and surrounding bushland. Catch your breath on a creek bank and take advantage of birdwatching along the way as lewins honeyeaters are bound to be seen in the trees, along with gang gang cockatoos. You might also spot goannas on the track and wildflowers like waratahs, red Gymea lilies and flowering heath – are abundant in spring.

Fantastic walk. A variety of terrains and ecosystems. Wildflowers in full bloom (mid September). Challenging enough but did it in 4 hours. Some steep, rocky climbs. Would rate as Grade 5. Take own water, have appropriate footwear, etc. Be prepared. Highly recommended if visiting the area.

It's an over statement of 5-7 hours on national parks website. We did it just in 3 hours. We are fit in general but not super fit. Another group finished it just 20 mins after us and we have seen a couple of other groups on the way, they are most likely to finish the trail within 3-4 hours as well. One person passed us fast and he probably finished it within 2 hours lol. There are some rocky areas and the trail goes up and down. It can be challenging for people with weak knees. However the trail is not supper hard. No drinking water available so remember to bring your own.