Ruined Castle
A sandstone rock formation in Jamison Valley that looks like the ruins of a castle. It's a classic half-day hike from the bottom of the Scenic World descent.
Ruined Castle lies on the northern ridge of Mount Solitary. Several weathered sandstone pillars resemble the battlements of an ancient fortress from a distance. Climbing to the top of the rocks gives you views back to the Three Sisters and the Katoomba cliffs. The common route descends from the trail below Scenic World or from the Golden Stairs, then follows the Federal Pass through eucalyptus forest. The round trip is about 7–12 km and takes 4–6 hours. The final section requires scrambling over rocks with both hands and feet, so a reasonable level of fitness is needed.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Blue Mountains / Three Sisters
- Scenic World Blue Mountains
- Katoomba
- Leura Cascades
- Megalong Valley
- Everglades House & Gardens
- Leura
- Lincoln's Rock