Prince Henry Cliff Walk

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Prince Henry Cliff Walk, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Steve Alton
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Blue Mountains National Park

12 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 5:05 am

  • Fire bansUntil 31 Mar 2027

    Park Fire Ban - Blue Mountains National Park

    A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

    • They're under direct control of an adult
    • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
    • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

    However the following campgrounds are exempt:

    • Galon Cabins
    • Murphy's Campground
    • Dunphy's Campground
    • Burralow Creek Campground
    • Euroka Campground
    • Mount Werong Campground

    If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.

    Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

About

If you’re fond of magnificent views, famous lookouts, and iconic scenery, then look no further than Prince Henry Cliff walk, in Blue Mountains National Park. Following the cliff edge from Katoomba Cascades to Gordon Falls, near Leura, this moderate walking track boasts some of the best views in NSW.

Passing several unique hanging swamps, take a look at the variety of sedges, rushes and grasses. In summer, you may see the beautiful yellow and gold flowers of Christmas bells. With over 20 lookouts offering magnificent views of Jamison Valley and three waterfalls, this track is a visual delight at any time of year. From Echo Point lookout, you’ll see the iconic Three Sisters.

Pick and choose the length of your walk, picking up the track at various lookouts along Cliff Drive. Unroll the picnic blanket when you’ve found the perfect spot and enjoy a picnic lunch with a million-dollar view.

Katoomba area · Blue Mountains National Park · Sydney and surrounds · Country NSW

Scenic valley views and wildflowers abound on Prince Henry Cliff walk between Katoomba and Leura, via iconic Three Sisters and Echo Point in Blue Mountains National Park.

Difficulty
Grade 3 · Moderate
Distance
7km one-way
Time
3 - 4hrs

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

Plan your walk

Access, facilities and practical details.

Frequently asked questions

6 questions

Get in touch

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office

02 4787 8877bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au

270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785

Where you'll be

Cliff Drive

Katoomba NSW 2780