Mount Emperor Loop

Natural Attractions

Mount Emperor loop is an ideal mountain biking route that follows little-used 4WD trails through upland swamps on the Boyd Plateau.

Not far from Katoomba or the Jenolan Caves, Mount Emperor loop ride is a great way to get off the beaten track and into the surrounding wilderness. Mount Emperor loop is also great for visitors who have already explored Boyd River loop and are seeking a challenge as this trail is shorter but slightly more difficult by comparison.

Get your heart pumping along Ben Lomond trail, and follow until you reach Emperor Creek trail where you’ll find a gradual descent to the cool shade of Box Creek. From here the track climbs back up to intersect the Kowmung River trail where you will enjoy the flat 4.5 kilometres back to where you started.

If you are looking for a place to rest, a leisurely picnic lunch is perfect to take advantage of the natural surroundings on Mount Emperor loop. With the rich birdlife culture within Kanangra-Boyd National Park, you can also enjoy a spot of birdwatching.

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Boyd River Loop Mountain Biking, Kanangra National Park. Photo: J Bros/NSW Government

Boyd River Loop

Kanangra, Oberon

Views from Kanangra-Boyd lookout, Kanangra-Boyd National Park. Photo: Jules Bros © DPIE

Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Kanangra, Oberon

Carlotta Arch walking track, Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve. Photo: Jenolan Caves Trust

Carlotta Arch walking track

Jenolan, Oberon

Young woman finding a truffle

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Kanangra walls

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Jenolan, Oberon

Two visitors exploring the caves at Jenolan. Photo: Jenolan Caves © DPE

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

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