A challenging road through Jenolan Caves in the Blue Mountains

Located in New South Wales, Jenolan Caves are the largest and most famous tourist caves in Australia. This underground drive-through is quite a unique experience. It’s one of the few roads in the world that runs through a cave.

Jenolan Caves

Where are Jenolan Caves?

The caves are located near Oberon, a three-hour drive from Sydney, in the heart of the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve in the middle of the Central Tablelands region.

Why are Jenolan Caves famous?

Tucked away west of the Blue Mountains, Jenolan has the most best-known limestone caves in Australia. Open to the public for over 150 years, these caves are believed to have been first explored by European settlers in 1838.

Can I drive through Jenolan Caves?

A minor paved road known as Jenolan Caves Road runs for 150m (492ft) through the Grand Arch, a massive open cave, before leading into the Jenolan Caves system. Over the last few years, the road has suffered extensive damage from storms, fire, and flooding events that caused landslips.

 

 

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