Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk
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Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk
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The Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk is a challenging out-and-back adventure in Blue Mountains National Park. Bring snacks and water, and get ready for just under 3281ft in elevation gain!
Getting there
To get to the Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk, head to Katoomba, New South Wales 2780, Australia.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | Year-round |
| Pets allowed | No |
| Family friendly | No |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk
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Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk Description
The Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk is a remarkably challenging adventure that will elevate your heart rate while carrying you to phenomenal viewpoints. However, do note that you will have to scramble some sections!
Setting out from Narrow Neck, you’ll go down the stairs by the miners’ camp, heading to the Ruined Castle path. Prepare for a little scramble as you make your way to the Ruined Castle. Then, reach Mount Solitary track, where challenging scrambling awaits.
Eventually, you’ll make it to the summit, which affords fantastic views of Jamison Valley. Enjoy the scenery before turning around and heading back the way you came.
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