Perry's Lookdown to Lockley Pylon (Dharug & Gundungurra Country)

4 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min 4

8.6 km ↑ 859 m Hard track One way ↓ 910 m

This walk drops steeply from Perry's Lookdown, with views of Lockley Pylon on the opposite side of the valley, then climbs up to Lockley Pylon, with views back over Perry's Lookdown. The track has some fantastic views up and down the Grose Valley, and an excellent half way point, in the majestic Blue Gum Forest. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Class 4 of 6 Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely

Quality of track Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)

Gradient Very steep (4/6)

Signage Minimal directional signs (4/6)

Infrastructure Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Experience Required Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)

Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)

Getting to the start: From Great Western Highway, A32

Turn on to Hat Hill Road then drive for 7.1 km Keep right onto Perrys Lookdown Road and drive for another 840 m

Before you start any journey ensure you; • Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are late returning • Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge to undertake this journey safely • Consider weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers • Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point • Are healthy and fit enough for this journey Share If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help. Bushwalk.com /j/U3468I

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