Rigby Hill Walking Track
A short ridge walk from Pierces Pass to broad views across the Grose Wilderness.
Route overview
Follow a short ridge track to a sandstone high point overlooking Grose Valley and Grose River.
Rigby Hill is a compact option for hikers seeking a quieter viewpoint route along Bells Line of Road. The gently rising ridge leads to open sandstone with a wide view toward Perrys Lookdown and the Grose Valley.
Trail facts
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- Bells Line of Road, Blue Mountains National Park
- Distance
- 1.2 km return
- Typical duration
- approximately 1 hour
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- null — not published
- Best season
- Dry clear weather for views
- Trail type
- Return
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No separate walking permit; current Pierces Pass and Bells Line of Road alerts apply.
Safety context
Confirm Pierces Pass Road access, remain back from rock edges and carry water despite the short route. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Exposed rock, heat, wind, limited shade, road-access closures and poor reception.
Highlights
Australia, Blue Mountains, Rigby Hill, Pierces Pass, Grose Valley, short walk, viewpoint
Why find a buddy
Suitable for a short shared sunrise or photography walk where road access and cliff awareness matter.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.