Due to a landslide, access is not available via Wolgan Valley so the options are Glow worm tunnel road or Old Bells Line of road ( latter turnoff at Clarence near the Zog Zag railway station. It’s about a 30-40 minute drive from Clarence on dirt roads although these were in quite reasonable conditions apart from a few very small sections of potholes. A normal sedan can do it quite comfortably but a low slung sports car would struggle. Glow worm tunnel road ends at a new car park and there is a well constructed flat path to the cave itself although there is a short section of stairs into and out of a small creek ( there is a bridge over the creek). The tunnel is part of the old Newnes railway and there is work in progress to extend the wide walkway inside the tunnel. The wide walkway goes in perhaps 150 metres before it narrows. The glow worms can be seen from the end of the walkway so there isn’t a need to go further unless you choose so. Take a good torch as it’s very dark in the tunnel. Tip: One of the best kept secrets is the Dry Canyon walking trail which is nearby. It’s not signposted but to find the trail starting point head back up Glow worm tunnel road through the first short tunnel and look for a small parking area on the right ( heading back in the direction to Lithgow). There is a low metal wire barrier to stop cars venturing further. The trail winds past rock pagodas ( hence the name pagoda track) for perhaps 1.5km before there is a bit of a scramble down a slope to the first slit dry canyon which has a fantastic micro climate. Once you are through the first slit canyon, head on for perhaps 150 metres to the second dry canyon which is quite different to the first. There are some blogs on the dry canyons which give detailed directions and it’s worth downloading those to save time heading down an incorrect trail. The final 3 photos are the entrance to Dry Canyon

This attraction is not the easiest place to visit but it is well worth the effort. Firstly a 45 minute drive along an unsealed road that is in great condition. Would not attempt this road in the wet. When you reach the car par it is a 30 minute one kilometre walk to the tunnel (and 30 minutes back) For most of the walk the path is well formed, firm and free of obstructions. However about 600 metres in you encounter a section with a large number of stairs down and back up. When you reach the tunnel you are greeted with a recently constructed concrete path and handrails running the length of the tunnel (thanks so much to the local authorities for this!!). The inside of the tunnel is pitch black so remember to bring torches. Shine the light onto the floor, not the walls or ceilings. About half way into the tunnel, stop, allow your eyes to adjust and look up. You will then see beauty of the glow worms (not really worms, fly larvae) Its a magical place and well worth a visit!

Great morning out. Road was excellent (we were in a 4wd but smaller cars would be fine). Walk was reasonably easy our 5&6 year olds had no trouble. Glow worms were out and putting on a great show! Take a torch!