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The Devils Wilderness

NSW 2758 • New South Wales

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About The Devils Wilderness

The Devils Wilderness is a remote rural locality within the Hawkesbury City local government area in New South Wales, situated in the foothills of the Blue Mountains approximately 70 kilometres north-west of Sydney's CBD. Spanning over 107 square kilometres, the locality falls within the Blue Mountains National Park and takes its evocative name from the rugged Grose Canyon terrain — characterised by sandstone escarpments, dense bushland, and dramatic ridgelines including the Paterson Range and Gadara Ridge. The area records no permanent population and exists purely as a protected wilderness zone.

There are no residential properties, shops, or services within The Devils Wilderness — access is strictly via unsealed fire trails and walking tracks managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service. The locality is prized by bushwalkers, canyon explorers, and nature photographers who venture into the Grose Valley and surrounding wilderness. Nearby towns such as Kurrajong and Richmond (approximately 13–25 km east) provide the closest everyday amenities, while the broader Blue Mountains region draws visitors from across Sydney for its world-class scenery.

The Devils Wilderness falls under postcode 2758 and is governed by Hawkesbury Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2758
Urban Area
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LGA / Council
Hawkesbury Council
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Hawkesbury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.54°, 150.53°
Statistical Area
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Area
107.47 km²
Elevation
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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Richmond Station
22 km
N/A — car access only

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No access by train — nearest station Richmond (~22 km)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car and 4WD essential; accessed via Bells Line of Road or Windsor Road through Kurrajong

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote wilderness locality with no roads, footpaths, or infrastructure — bushwalking tracks only

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

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📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Devils Wilderness in NSW? +

The Devils Wilderness is a protected rural locality and wilderness area within the Blue Mountains National Park in the Hawkesbury LGA, about 70 km north-west of Sydney. It is known for its rugged sandstone terrain, the Grose Canyon, and dense native bushland.

Does anyone live in The Devils Wilderness? +

No — The Devils Wilderness has no permanent residents. It is an uninhabited protected area managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

How do you access The Devils Wilderness? +

Access is via unsealed fire trails from nearby towns such as Kurrajong and Bell. A 4WD vehicle is recommended, and visitors should register with NPWS before entering the national park.