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Coxs Cave
MOUNT VICTORIA, NSW, 2786
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This is a wonderful adventurous circuit walk and takes about 90 minutes. Park your car at the Mount
Piddington Lookout carpark. Follow the sign to Coxs cave. Coxs Cave, almost certainly named after George
Henry Cox, who was a fellow member of Parliament with William Piddington, was reached by a wooden
ladder and track after 1879, while the track north along Fairy Bower Creek to the Toll House was formed
between 1888 and 1898.
Today you access the cave via a metal ladder. The view from the cave is great.
3 Sisters
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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This family-friendly easy walk is about 40min return and treats you to ever-changing views of the grand
Three Sisters, rising nearly a kilometre above sea level. Pass through the archway, next to the Visitor
Information Centre. Marvel at the incredible views of the Three Sisters' weather-eroded sandstone turrets,
and the hazy blue Jamison Valley stretching to Mount Solitary.
From here, steps lead a further 50m to Lady Game lookout, for a closer view of this remarkable rock
formation.

Therabulat Lookout
Corner Stuarts Road and Farnells Road, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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Look out for the sign. Park your car where you can at the end of Stuarts Road and follow the track for
about 15min.
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If you’re looking for a great “out of the way” walk to do, check out this wonderful walk.
Oreades Lookout
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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Oreades Lookout is located on the track to The Three Sisters, midway between the archway at the Tourist
Information Centre and Lady Game Lookout. It was created in 2015 as part of the NPWS Echo Point track
upgrade. The lookout is named after the Eucalyptus Oreades that is commonly known as the Blue
Mountains Ash and found near the lookout.
The trees around Oreades Lookout, are amazing any time of the day, but this morning they look
exceptional with the dark sky in the background.

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Mount Banks
Mount Banks, Bells Line Of Road, MOUNT TOMAH, NSW, 2758
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This is an easy to medium approximately 3 hour walk. Mount Banks at 1062 metres is a basalt capped
mountain which is among the highest peaks of the Blue Mountains and was named by botanist George
Cayley after his botanical benefactor Sir Joseph Banks. Mount Banks was the furthest point reach by Cagey
in his 1804 expedition.
Mount Banks can be seen from most lookouts around the rim of the Grose Valley and from Sydney. Turn off
Bells Line of Road down a gravel track to a picnic area where there ...

Katoomba Cascades
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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This short walk starts at Katoomba Cascades Picnic area on Cliff Drive. The track heads down to the
popular Katoomba Cascades. There are shade and seats at the base of the cascades.
From here you can either return back to the carpark or take the walk around to the Prince and Princess of
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After heavy rain the cascades are amazing. Allow 15 mins for the return walk from the cascades.
Norths Lookout
Explorers Marked Tree, 3A Nellies Glen Rd, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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This lookout is located behind the Explorers Marked Tree and overlooks Nellies Glen. Park in the carpark
just past the Explorers Tree.
This is a pleasant walk down the first part of the 6 Foot track. North's Lookout is named after J.B. North
who opened the first Coal Mine in Katoomba in 1879.
Allow 1 hour for the return walk. You can also walk onto other lookouts.

Burrabarroo Lookout
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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This small, fenced lookout is just off the Prince Henry Cliff Walk, near Carrington Park. The view looks over
the valley and out to Sublime Point and Kings Tablelands in the distance.
The lookout is perched on the top of a rocky buttress at the end of a small point, giving great views. Allow
30mins for the return walk or visit it as part of your walk along the Prince Henry Cliff walk.
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Great Western Highway, MOUNT VICTORIA, NSW, 2786
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Katoomba 686G and 686 Bus
Katoomba Railway Station, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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If you arrive at Katoomba by train there are 2 great bus options to get you to some of the best spots.
686G is a longer more detailed trip. It starts at Katoomba Station and loops Echo Point, Scenic World and
Cliff Drive near Narrow Neck and Cahills Lookout. It also starts at 6am. See the weblink.
686 is a shorter trip. It starts at Katoomba Station and loops Echo Point and Scenic World. It starts at 9am.
See the weblink. It starts at 9am.
Reids Plateau
Reids Plateau, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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Reids Plateau offers commanding views over the Jamison Valley, Orphan Rock and Katoomba Falls You can
access this from multiple directions. Going directly from the carpark is only a 5-minute walk. The loop
around Reids Plateau explores several lookouts and the bush through the area.
There are a couple of short side trips out to extra lookouts, including one that passes through a natural
tunnel. Reids Plateau Picnic area has a few seats, shelter, and a great view making a great spot for a picnic
lunch.

Walls Lookout
Walls Lookout, Bells Line of Road, MOUNT TOMAH, NSW, 2758
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This is a wonderful lookout offering greats views of the Grose Valley. Take the Peirces Pass turn-off and
Park the car at the top car park and follow the track out to the Walls Lookout.
This walk offers great views and lots of wildflowers. A one-hour return walk through heath leads to a clifftop
vantage point over the Grose Valley.
It's also kid-friendly, but take care there are no safety fences. PHOTOS by Troy Hovenden Photography.
Hanging Rock - Baltzer Lookout
Baltzer Lookout, MOUNT VICTORIA, NSW, 2786
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This walk to Baltzer Lookout (Burramoko Ridge) is a 3-4hrs walk and rewards you with excellent scenery
and a view over the stunning Hanging Rock. The track is mainly management trail, and would be great on
a mountain bike (to the end of the management trail). The large cliff edges are unfenced and quite
exposed, so do take care. Although short and relatively unchanging in scenery, the walk to Baltzer Lookout
is well worth it.
Hanging Rock is an outstanding feature near Baltzer Lookout, at the end of ...

Blair Athol No 4 Coal Mine
MOUNT VICTORIA, NSW, 2786
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Another great EXERCISE walk. The Blair Athol No 4 Coal Mine, Mount Victoria. If you like a bit of
ADVENTURE, this short walk could be the go for you. BIGGER kids will love it. Allow 30 minutes for this 1km
walk, plus browsing time.
TAKE A GOOD TORCH in case you have the courage to go into the mine. It’s VERY DARK, a bit slippery and
muddy in places. TAKE CARE. Wear good walking shoes, consider wearing a cap/hat to protect your head
and maybe even a mask to eliminate other baddies.
Rigby Hill
Rigby Hill, Bells Line of Road, MOUNT TOMAH, NSW, 2758
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There are wonderful views up and down the Grose Valley from the top of Rigby Hill. Rigby Hill is just a
short walk from the Pierces Pass Picnic Area, off Bells Line of Road.
It's only about a 15-minute walk out to the end of the trail, but you want to allow a bit more time just to
take in the view. The trail climbs a bit at the end but is pretty easy walking.
Great spot for photos for Sunrise and Sunset.

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
30 Parke Street, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780 More information
Monday to Friday 10am-5pm - Saturday ad Sunday 10am-4pm
The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre features the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery and World Heritage
Exhibition which is devoted to education about the distinctive environment, history and culture of the Blue
Mountains region. The Cultural Centre is co-located with the new Katoomba Library. The Cultural Centre
showcases innovative, diverse, distinctive and creative cultural programs for enjoyment by residents of,
and visitors to, the Blue Mountains.
Tallawalla Lookout
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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Tallawalla Lookout is on the Prince Henry Cliff walk and is easily accessible via Silver Mist Reserve. It
offers great views over the Jamison Valley, looking toward the canyon that has Bridal Veil Falls.
If going direct, allow 20 minutes for the return walk.
A great walk to do is to check out the lookout and then head down the track to Echo Point and then either
retrace your steps or walk back along the road to your car.

Point Pilcher Lookout
MEDLOW BATH, NSW, 2780
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The original track to Point Pilcher was built by Mark Foys gardener. It is about 5.2km from the GWH. The
last 3.5km is a dirt road. The reward, however, is a superb view down to Govetts Gorge and across dense
bushland, known as the Grose Wilderness, which has remained totally untouched.
This is one of the most isolated areas in the Blue Mountains. Named after Charles Edward Pilcher
1844-1916, a barrister and politician. The road to the lookout was constructed in 1964.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden
Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, MOUNT TOMAH, NSW, 2758
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9am-5pm Sunday to Friday - 9.30am-5pm Sat/Public Holidays - Closed Christmas Day
This 252 hectare garden sits on the summit of a basalt capped peak 1,000 metres above sea level in the
World Heritage listed Greater Blue Mountains. The Garden is home to a world class collection of plants
from the cooler southern hemisphere.
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WEATHER ~ Blue Mountains weather in the region
Great Western Highway, KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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CLICK the link below to see the latest 7-day forecast for the greater Blue Mountains Region.
https://www.askroz.com.au/blog/blue-mountains-7-day-weather-forecast
About Blue Mountains weather: The climate varies with elevation. At Katoomba, 1,010m above sea level,
summer average maximum temperature is around 22 °c with a few days extending into the 30s although it
is quite common to see maximum temperatures stay in the teens when east coast troughs persist.
Echo Point Lookout
KATOOMBA, NSW, 2780
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Echo Point lookout is the gateway to many great walks and nature experiences in the area. If you have
time, Prince Henry Cliff walk connects Echo Point to Leura Cascades and takes you past many scenic
lookouts along the cliff edge. Try going down the Giant Stairway to get to the tracks below the cliffs.
Standing proudly in the land of the Gundungurra and Darug People, the traditional custodians of this
declared Aboriginal Place, the imposing Three Sisters is best seen from Echo Point lookout, on the edge of
the plateau above.

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