Jellybean Pool Track
A short, steep walk down to a sandy swimming hole on Glenbrook Creek - the closest national park swim to Sydney.
- Distance1km return
- Time30min - 1hr
- DifficultyGrade 3 of 5
- Nearest townGlenbrook
About this walk
Jellybean Pool sits in a sandstone gorge just inside the Glenbrook entrance to the park. The track drops from the carpark to a wide pool with a sandy beach and shallow edges for kids.
Route map
Mapped length 0.4 km. Route line from OpenStreetMap; distance and grade in the summary are the official NPWS figures where available.
Take this map offline
Phone reception drops out across most of the Mountains. Save the route before you leave town.
GPX opens in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Organic Maps, Garmin and most navigation apps and shows your live position on the route with no signal. How to use offline maps.How to get there
From the Great Western Highway at Glenbrook, turn onto Ross Street, then follow Burfitt Parade and Bruce Road to the park entrance (2 km). The Jellybean carpark is just past the entry station.
Parking: Jellybean carpark, inside the park gate. A vehicle entry fee applies at the Glenbrook entrance and gates are locked overnight.
By train: Train to Glenbrook station, then a 2 km walk along Burfitt Parade and Bruce Road.
Good to know
- Hot weekends reach capacity early and the gate closes to new cars.
- Not patrolled. Check water quality and depth before swimming, and never dive.
Common questions
How long is Jellybean Pool Track?
Jellybean Pool Track is 1km return and takes about 30min - 1hr.
How hard is Jellybean Pool Track?
It is rated Grade 3 on the Australian Walking Track Grading System: suitable for most ages and fitness levels, with some steps and short steep sections.
Where does Jellybean Pool Track start?
From the Great Western Highway at Glenbrook, turn onto Ross Street, then follow Burfitt Parade and Bruce Road to the park entrance (2 km). The Jellybean carpark is just past the entry station. GPS: -33.77829, 150.62060.
Where do I park for Jellybean Pool Track?
Jellybean carpark, inside the park gate. A vehicle entry fee applies at the Glenbrook entrance and gates are locked overnight.
Can I take my dog to Jellybean Pool Track?
No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.
Is there phone reception at Jellybean Pool Track?
Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Glenbrook.
Sources: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (distance, time, grade, coordinates); OpenStreetMap contributors (route line). Last checked Thursday 12 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
Photo: Johnorchard, CC BY-SA 4.0.
