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Sue
May 22, 2026
Federal Pass Walking Track is a historic and relatively challenging route that follows the base of the Jamison Valley cliffs between Leura and Katoomba, passing under dramatic escarpments and connecting several iconic walking routes. The track winds through cool forest, fern-filled gullies, creek crossings, and waterfall areas, with access to Leura Forest, the Giant Stairway, Scenic World, and routes toward Ruined Castle. The towering sandstone cliffs combined with the lush valley vegetation, and changing views of the escarpment create an ideal immersive walk that contrasts with the busy exposed lookouts high above you.
Lukas
January 16, 2018
Hiking
The Federal Pass is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking trails in NSW, Australia.
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Flower 🌻
January 2, 2022
Hiking
A beautiful and awesome place.....
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Distance 938 m
Uphill 120 m
Downhill 20 m
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