Jellybean track

Jellybean track is a short out-and-back from Glenbrook Information Centre to Jellybean Pool in Glenbrook Gorge. The official route is 1 km return and takes 30 minutes to an hour. The formed, signed path has a lot of steps. The pool is an easy, satisfying finish; expect the climb back to take more effort than the distance suggests.

You can drive past the park entrance to Jellybean car park for a much shorter descent. That is a different starting point, and no official distance is given for it; the 1 km figure is from the Information Centre. The upper start also puts toilets and a drinking-water refill before the walk.

Sandstone cliffs close around the water, with sandy banks and gum-tree shade. This is the place to swim or spread out a picnic. From the sandy edge, include the rock walls and gum reflections in a photo; the water alone misses the gorge setting.

The track passes mountain spotted gums and grass trees. Keep an eye out for kestrels and other raptors, rainbow lorikeets, gang-gang cockatoos and azure kingfishers; sightings are possible, not promised.

This is a Grade 3 walk: some bushwalking experience is recommended, and the steps make the return a real climb. Park entry fees apply and gate hours change by season, so check access times before driving in. Dogs and other pets aren't allowed, apart from certified assistance animals. If you plan to swim, ask staff at Glenbrook Information Centre about bacteria levels; swimming can be dangerous after heavy rain.