“We can’t wait to welcome you back,” says Jenolan Caves.
“In the meantime, we’re continuing important work to protect both visitors and our remarkable caves. We’re making progress towards reopening to the public in early 2027 and look forward to sharing further updates.”
Transport for NSW, Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water are working together as major repair works continue on the Two Mile section of Jenolan Caves Road.
While road repairs are progressing, Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust is delivering a major program of upgrades and maintenance across the precinct.
This includes:
Undertaking key maintenance to the infrastructure within the show caves
Restoration and refurbishment of historic Caves House
Construction of a new Blue Lake Boardwalk
Track and trail upgrades
Visitor car park improvements
Fire, flood and geohazard resilience projects
Critical infrastructure upgrades, including culverts and drainage
These projects will improve visitor safety, protect important heritage assets and support a better visitor experience when Jenolan Caves reopens to the public.
As we draw closer to reopening, we will share further updates and news via Jenolan’s social media accounts and website.
Road works update
The Two Mile section of Jenolan Caves Road was severely damaged by major weather events between 2021 and 2024, leading to the closure of the road and visitor access to the precinct in April 2024.
In response, the NSW Government commenced a program of remediation works in August 2024, led by Transport for NSW and informed by environmental, operational and heritage considerations across agencies.
Transport for NSW has completed significant stabilisation work and is preparing for the next phase of works, including drainage upgrades, culvert replacements and pavement reconstruction designed to improve long-term resilience.
These works are essential to restoring safe and reliable access to Jenolan Caves and allowing visitors to once again experience the world-renowned show caves.
For updates on the Jenolan Caves Road project, visit the Transport for NSW project page
Caves House Upgrades
The historic Caves House is undergoing a major refurbishment, the project is improving comfort, accessibility and building services while preserving the character of one of Australia’s most iconic heritage hotels.
Upgrades include:
New ensuites and air-conditioning in guest rooms
Air-conditioning and upgraded amenities in Chisholm’s Grand Dining Room
Improved accessibility throughout the building
Improvement works to public guest spaces such as guest reception (arrival point), bar, guest lounge, guest laundries, and Magnolia room
Upgrades to the Kanangra-Boyd Function Room
New hydronic heating system in guest areas
Fire safety and building services improvements
Major milestones have already been achieved, including the installation of new services and guest ensuites. Guest room air-conditioning is currently being commissioned, with painting and carpeting scheduled for completion shortly. Works to guest accommodation areas are expected to continue through the remainder of the year.
This project has been funded by the NSW Government.
