Wentworth Falls is one of the most iconic waterfalls in the Blue Mountains. To get a better view of the waterfall and the surrounding area, there’s a hiking track that goes to the bottom of the waterfall.
Along with views of the falls, walkers can see out to Jamison Valley, which stretches out from the falls. It has life changing views that give a true impression of the Blue Mountain’s beauty and landscape.
First arriving to the parking lot of the falls, there’s bathrooms and a picnic area complete with public barbecues. There’s a few lookout points before heading down on the walking trail. It’s a good place to take in the views for those that don’t have time or aren’t up for the hike. The lookouts are also a good start to see how the view changes throughout the hike.
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A view from Jamison lookout into the valley, showing the Blue Mountains picturesque landscape. 
Also at Jamison lookout, this is where the hike heads to, just below the rocky cliffs.
NSW National Parks predicts 45-1 hour just to the top of the waterfall. I usually find I can do the hike about a third of that time span, but it depends on the conditions and hiking abilities. It also depends on taking photos and stopping along the hike.
Families and elderly alike do the walk down to the waterfall, it’s not too hard but it’s not easy either.
For me, my time at Wentworth Falls including this hike took up an entire morning and early afternoon. Mainly because the views are so stunning. It was also my first day in the Blue Mountains, so I really took my time.
Follow the directions for the walking track, the marked signs end around the top of the waterfall. There’s a small pool and waterfall, which pours into Wentworth Falls.
Before getting to this point, there’s plenty of awe-striking views and lookouts. Some of the lookouts fork out from the regular trail, so don’t be on a rush and miss out on these.
To get to the bottom of the waterfalls, follow the track back towards the main water fall and cross it. The path goes through a rocky cliff area, where the walking path wraps around the cliff—thankfully with a fence and handles. This part is called the historic Grand Stairway, it was built by hand in the early 1900s using picks and shovels.
Most of the major foot traffic ends at the top of the waterfalls, or around the rock cliffs. Many people that come on tours also stop the hike at that point. This is beneficial for those that take the time to head to the bottom of the waterfall.
If you want to explore the area further, head up on other trails towards Rocket Point Lookout. This is an area with further rocky cliffs, and gives a vantage point for more views, often with less traffic.
The trail to the bottom of the falls leads through the historic Grand Stairway. 
The view from Rocket Point Lookout has another look into the valley.
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The hike to the bottom of Wentworth Falls is a combination of a few hikes, but I didn’t see any of these signs while going down. Despite no clearly marked signs, the trail is visible and easy to get to.
Follow the trail past the rock cliffs to where it begins to plunge down via a mildly steep stairway. People coming up the trail may look out of breathe. The stairway eventually changes to rock steps, as it leave the cliff to the rainforest. This is from walking up the steep ascent back to the parking lot. It makes more sense on your way back.
Keep following the trail all the way down, a switchback leads back towards the waterfall after heading the other direction. The trail is clear, and there will likely be a few other people doing the same hike.
The trek can feel harder on hot and humid days, or when it’s wet and muddy. Eventually the walk ends up at the bottom of the waterfall. There’s a small pool filled with big rocks where the waterfall pours into. It’s amazing to look up where you just came from—atop the waterfall. Take the time to relax before (possibly) feeling out of breathe like other people heading up the trail.
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