Karloo Pool

 

Karloo walking track is a stunning bushwalk in the Royal National Park, Heathcote. It features a natural swimming pool, picnic spots and scenic waterfall views. The main attraction on this track is the Karloo pool. This is located in between Kangaroo creek, Heathcote Brook and The Karloo Walking Track. This stunning pool is amazing to take a dip in, or just to put your feet in after the long hike down. There are also dry rocks around the pool that are perfect for taking a break and having a bite. Along this journey, you will see an array of different fauna and native birds, lizards and some aboriginal artwork on the rocks.

     

 

This bushwalk is grade 3 according to the Royal National Park website. This means that it is suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Though, bushwalking experience is recommended. However, from personal experience, the path has many rocks to climb and takes some coordination. If taking children, I would make sure they are fit and able to pull themselves up and down from large rocks.

This track path is visible due to the signage and somewhat visible pathways. There are short steep sections and rough rocky areas. The bushwalk track is made up of rocks, sandstone, and dirt. The length of this hike is 2-hour return.

          

My Fitbit data:

• 8,190 steps
• 600 calories burnt
• fat burn
• 110 average beat per minute (heart rate)

 

Things to know before taking this bushwalk:

• There is no places to full your water bottles. Ensure you have brought enough. (1 L – 1.5 L).
• Check the weather to ensure you attire for the weather.
• Wear the correct shoes as parts of this track are bumpy.
• There are no toilets on this track.

 

How to get onto the Karloo walking track?

Train: Get off at Heathcote station. Once you see the Fire Service building head down the road and you will see a sign, ‘Karloo walking track’. Begin your hike!

Car: Park your car at Heathcote station. Cross over to Wilson Parade. Once you see the Fire Service building head down the road and you will see a sign, ‘Karloo walking track’. Begin your hike!