Fortress Ridge Walking Track
Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 341 ft (104 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 5 min
- High point
- 3,100 ft (945 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Peak: Fortress Hill 2 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Fortress Ridge Walking Track
How long is Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
Fortress Ridge Walking Track is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 5 min. It climbs 341 ft (104 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,100 ft (945 m).
How hard is Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Fortress Ridge Walking Track shaded?
Partly shaded (40% under trees).
What can you do on Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Fortress Ridge Walking Track?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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