Grand Canyon walking track, photo: Craig Marshall

Grand Canyon Track has reopened in Blue Mountains, after a decade-long restoration. 

Grand Canyon Track is one of Australia’s oldest bushwalking tracks, being more than a century old. 
The restoration cost was $4.8 million, with construction across the most challenging terrains in the 4.5-kilometre walking track. 

It included 2000 new stone steps in the rugged terrain, creek crossings and cliff climbs. Helicopters were used in the restoration process to load materials into the narrow canyon. 

Minister for the Environment Gabrielle Upton said the restoration of the track would preserve its heritage. 

“The restoration will ensure the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains National Park is safe and can cope with the demand, while minimising any impacts on the environment,” Ms Upton said. 
More than 90,000 people use the track every year. However with the restoration, more than one million visitors are expected to use it from now until 2030. 

Grand Canyon Track is 6.3-kilometres long, taking approximately three to four to complete. No experience is required. 

In addition, to celebrate its restoration, a pop up exhibition on the history of the Grand Canyon will be opened to the public. This is available at the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre from 9am until 4:30pm, everyday until 29 November.  

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