Blackheath Lookouts Driving Route

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Mount Blackheath Hanggliding Launch Pad, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Steve Alton
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Blue Mountains National Park

11 current alerts · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 11:05 pm

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  • 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

For some of the most awe-inspiring mountain, valley and waterfall views in the state, you can’t miss this driving route, taking in an amazing cluster of Blackheath lookouts. A brilliant introduction to the spectacular western region of Blue Mountains National Park, it’s a hassle-free driving tour for keen photography buffs and visitors of all ages.

From Anvil Rock lookout and Wind Eroded Cave, you can gaze across to Grosse Gorge and Mount Banks, while Perrys lookdown offers impressive views of Mount Hay. At accessible Govetts Leap, admire the tallest single drop waterfall in the park, while Evans lookout offers big valley views.

On the western side of Blackheath, Hargraves and Mount Blackheath lookouts offer extensive views from Shipley Plateau. You might even see hang gliders gracefully surfing the skies on the westerlies.

Choose your spot to unpack the picnic hamper and enjoy a relaxing lunch with million dollar views from any one of the vantage points. For more information, drop into Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.

The drive at a glance

Part of Blue Mountains National Park

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

This driving tour of Blackheath lookouts, including Govetts Leap and Perrys Lookdown, highlights some of the best scenic views and waterfalls in Blue Mountains National Park.

Distance
30km one-way
Time
2hrs
Accessibility
Medium

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Park office

02 4787 8877

Where you'll be

Shipley Road

Blackheath NSW 2785

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