Serendipity Canyon

Why Don't We Do It In The Road? Canyon, often known as Serendipity Canyon, is a relatively short canyon on the south side of the Wollangambe. It is popular because of its easy access, relatively large number of abseils, and the fact that it can be done fairly safely in inclement weather. It was named by Tony Norman, a Beatles fan, who was in one of the first parties to visit the upper section of the creek. It is commonly known as Serendipity Canyon, an alternate name given by Glen Robinson. The lower part of the creek was well known to parties visiting the Wollangambe.

Map

Navigating into Canyon:

From the Carpark follow the dirt road trail (pictured) towards the main access dirt road for lower Wollangambe canyons. Follow for roughly 1.3km and turn left at yellow warning sign, this is the start of the canyon entry track. The two forks as you approach the canyon are both right turns.

Track conditions

Site Specific Briefing

• The Guide articulates Serendipity Canyon will take 4-7 hours to complete.

• The Guide articulates the skills and actions required for Serendipity Canyon. These include;

  • Bushwalking in difficult terrain

  • Being in a remote area and exposed to cold climates

  • Rock scrambling and short rock climbs

  • Abseiling on difficult formations, on wet/slippery rocks

  • Compulsory swimming in cold and/or dark water

  • Negotiating narrow or confined spaces

For further briefing information click through the below steps.

Emergency Exit Point

100m after the first abseil, for a bulk of the creek walking, there are gully exits back up to the exit spur of the canyon. After the second abseil there are no emergency bail points and you are committed to exiting at the Wollongambe river.

Toileting

The Mt Wilson Fire Station, the carpark where the canyon day starts and finishes, has a toilet available to the public. This is the only toilet option for the day.