⦿ Grand Clifftop Walk
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Mountains, where dramatic cliffs, eucalyptus forests, and cascading waterfalls create an unforgettable escape.
From scenic hikes and short walks to hidden lookouts, we’ll show you best experiences and must-see spots to help you plan the perfect adventure.
Short Walks
This magical waterfall where you can walk directly behind the veil of water, and look out through the mist at the vibrant green canopy, or visit at night to see a galaxy of shimmering glow worms.
Located on the quieter, northern side of Katoomba, Minnehaha Falls is a local treasure, a dramatic 20-metre tiered cascade that plunges into a deep, crystalline swimming hole.
Plunging 150 metres into the Jamison Valley, Katoomba Falls is one of the most stunning segmented waterfalls in the Blue Mountains. Water cascades over multiple tiers, including the dramatic ‘Witch’s Leap’ and the ‘Reids Falls’ cascades.
Sunset Rock Lookout offers one of the most breathtaking sunset views in the upper Blue Mountains from an unfenced rock outcrop on the edge of the escarpment at Mount Victoria.
The Jellybean Track is a short and scenic walking trail into the Glenbrook Gorge, leading to the popular Jellybean Pool, a calm natural swimming spot surrounded by sandstone cliffs.
Perched above the Megalong Valley, Cahill’s Lookout offers sweeping, unobstructed views of the Narrow Neck Peninsula, and the jagged silhouette of Boars Head Rock and the valley below.
Perched along the Prince Henry Cliff Walk in Leura, Olympian Rock Lookout offers a quiet, front-row seat to the sheer majesty of the Jamison Valley.
Perched at the end of a dramatic peninsula that juts into the Jamison Valley, this vantage point offers an almost 360-degree panoramic embrace of the Blue Mountains wilderness.
Also known as Flat Rock, Lincoln’s Rock is one of the most breathtaking lookouts in the Blue Mountains due to it’s expansive sandstone surface offering unobstructed views across the Jamison Valley. (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
When the sun dips below the horizon, the rugged landscape transforms into a luminous wonderland. Discreet lighting illuminates the rock faces and water features on this 1.3km clifftop circuit.
Tucked away in the sheltered sandstone overhangs of Blue Mountains National Park is one of the most significant Aboriginal heritage sites in New South Wales.
Perched on the edge of the Grose Valley near Blackheath, Govetts Leap Lookout is arguably the most spectacular vantage point in the Blue Mountains.
Echo Point lookout is the best spot to see the Three Sisters - the iconic rock formation that you must see at least once in your lifetime.
For locals, Scenic World is often viewed as a tourist spot, but it also provides effortless access to the Jamison Valley’s deep wilderness, allowing you to immerse yourself in ancient rainforest and Jurassic-era ferns without the muddy boots or heavy climb.
⦿ Cahills Lookout | KATOOMBA
Perched above the Megalong Valley, Cahill’s Lookout provides stunning panoramas across the valley, Boars Head Rock and the Narrow Neck Peninsula.
Longer Walks
A hidden gem for those seeking maximum beauty with moderate effort. This 3km loop winds through lush, temperate rainforest and follows a creek line that reveals four distinct cascades: Adelina, Junction, Federal, and Cataract Falls.
The Castle Head Walk is one of the Blue Mountains’ best-kept secrets. As you reach the dramatic sandstone outcrop, the plateau drops away to reveal a staggering 360-degree panorama of the Jamison and Mount Solitary.
This popular walk features cliff-edge paths and grand valley views and close encounters with the waterfall plummeting to the valley floor.
If you’re chasing that ‘top of the world’ feeling without the soul-crushing incline of a valley climb, this 7km return track swaps the usual dense forest for stunning wide-open, windswept heathland.
For those seeking a ‘edge of the world’ experience, this 3.5km loop features dramatic cliff edge, lush rainforest, and large rock overhangs, with a track that hugs the sheer sandstone escarpment of the Jamison Valley.
Widely considered the crown jewel of Blue Mountains bushwalking, and one of the the most popular walks. This historic 6.3km loop descends steeply into a lush world of towering sandstone walls, cascading waterfalls, and ancient ferns.
Just a few minutes downstream from the iconic Empress Falls, Sylvia Falls is often cited by locals as the prettiest stop in the Valley of the Waters.
Tucked within the lush Valley of the Waters, this 30-metre tiered waterfall is one of the most photographed spots in the Blue Mountains.
Tucked away in the sheltered sandstone overhangs of Blue Mountains National Park is one of the most significant Aboriginal heritage sites in New South Wales.
⦿ Lockley’s Pylon | LEURA
If you’re chasing that ‘top of the world’ feeling without the soul-crushing incline of a valley climb, the Lockleys Pylon Walk might be your perfect trail.
Lookouts
The Castle Head Walk is one of the Blue Mountains’ best-kept secrets. As you reach the dramatic sandstone outcrop, the plateau drops away to reveal a staggering 360-degree panorama of the Jamison and Mount Solitary.
This iconic vantage point offers one of the most dramatic panoramas in the Blue Mountains. The lookout provides a sweeping view across the vast Grose Valley, where sheer sandstone walls plummet into a sea of eucalyptus.
Chasing jaw-dropping sunsets has to be one of the best things to do in the Blue Mountains. In the light of golden hour, the landscape completely transforms as a palette of vibrant colours dance across the sky.
Sunset Rock Lookout offers one of the most breathtaking sunset views in the upper Blue Mountains from an unfenced rock outcrop on the edge of the escarpment at Mount Victoria.
Perched above the Megalong Valley, Cahill’s Lookout offers sweeping, unobstructed views of the Narrow Neck Peninsula, and the jagged silhouette of Boars Head Rock and the valley below.
Perched along the Prince Henry Cliff Walk in Leura, Olympian Rock Lookout offers a quiet, front-row seat to the sheer majesty of the Jamison Valley.
The Blue Mountains is famous for its dramatic escarpments, eucalyptus haze and endless valley views — and there’s no better way to experience it all than from one of its iconic lookouts.
Perched at the end of a dramatic peninsula that juts into the Jamison Valley, this vantage point offers an almost 360-degree panoramic embrace of the Blue Mountains wilderness.
Also known as Flat Rock, Lincoln’s Rock is one of the most breathtaking lookouts in the Blue Mountains due to it’s expansive sandstone surface offering unobstructed views across the Jamison Valley. (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
Perched on the edge of the Grose Valley near Blackheath, Govetts Leap Lookout is arguably the most spectacular vantage point in the Blue Mountains.
Echo Point lookout is the best spot to see the Three Sisters - the iconic rock formation that you must see at least once in your lifetime.
⦿ Govetts Leap | BLACKHEATH
Perched on the edge of the Grose Valley near Blackheath, Govetts Leap Lookout is arguably the most spectacular vantage point in the Blue Mountains.
Waterfalls
There is something hypnotic about the sound of falling water echoing through a sandstone canyon. Whether you’re a photographer chasing the perfect long exposure or a hiker looking for a cool-climate dip, here is your guide to the most spectacular falls in the Blue Mounatins.
This magical waterfall where you can walk directly behind the veil of water, and look out through the mist at the vibrant green canopy, or visit at night to see a galaxy of shimmering glow worms.
A hidden gem for those seeking maximum beauty with moderate effort. This 3km loop winds through lush, temperate rainforest and follows a creek line that reveals four distinct cascades: Adelina, Junction, Federal, and Cataract Falls.
Located on the quieter, northern side of Katoomba, Minnehaha Falls is a local treasure, a dramatic 20-metre tiered cascade that plunges into a deep, crystalline swimming hole.
Plunging 150 metres into the Jamison Valley, Katoomba Falls is one of the most stunning segmented waterfalls in the Blue Mountains. Water cascades over multiple tiers, including the dramatic ‘Witch’s Leap’ and the ‘Reids Falls’ cascades.
Just a few minutes downstream from the iconic Empress Falls, Sylvia Falls is often cited by locals as the prettiest stop in the Valley of the Waters.
Tucked within the lush Valley of the Waters, this 30-metre tiered waterfall is one of the most photographed spots in the Blue Mountains.
⦿ Empress Falls | WENTWORTH FALLS
From towering drops to hidden glow-worm caves, the Blue Mountains' waterfalls offer spectacular views and misty rainforest magic for every hiker.
Gardens
Visit the home of one of Australia’s most prolific and controversial artists, who created this radical artistic haven. It’s the birthplace of countless etchings, oil paintings, and the beloved children’s classic, The Magic Pudding.
Everglades House and Gardens is a 13-acre masterpiece of landscape design, featuring tiered terraces, winding stone paths, and magnificent dry-stone walls crafted from local ironstone.
A stunning, light-filled glasshouse cafe that allows diners to feel immersed in the surrounding gardens.