Mount Banks Fire Trail
Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Hiking & Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 5.8 mi (9.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 607 ft (185 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 10 min
- High point
- 2,927 ft (892 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Toilets: Mount Banks Picnic Area 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mount Banks Fire Trail
How long is Mount Banks Fire Trail?
Mount Banks Fire Trail is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 10 min. It climbs 607 ft (185 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,927 ft (892 m).
How hard is Mount Banks Fire Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mount Banks Fire Trail?
Parking at the start, Free, 5 spaces. Closest lot to the start: Mount Banks Picnic Area.
Are there water and toilets on Mount Banks Fire Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is Mount Banks Fire Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (85% under trees).
What can you do on Mount Banks Fire Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Road & touring bike. Shared with bikes. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Mount Banks Fire Trail?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Mount Banks Fire Trail?
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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