This walk starts from the popular Scenic World, in Katoomba, and winds down the Furber steps into the Jamison Valley, following the bush track around the Three Sisters, before climbing up the Giant Staircase and returning along the clifftops. This walk takes you on a crash course of the Blue Mountains National Park, providing you with great views, green forests, and iconic rock formations.
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Bushwalking track notes photographs, maps and camping spots for Scenic world to Three Sisters Loop via Furber Steps
Cross sectional view of the Scenic world to Three Sisters Loop via Furber Steps bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Scenic world to Three Sisters Loop via Furber Steps bushwalking track
Overview of this walks Grading - Based on the AS 2156.1 - 2001
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Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length
6km
Time
5 hrs 30 mins
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Grade 4/6
Track: Hard
AS 2156.1
Gradient
Very steep (4/6)
Quality of track
Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Signs
Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Experience Required
Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather
Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
Infrastructure
Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
*This summary of grading information is new and still in testing
Some more detail of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining the grading looking at sections of the walk. Gradient
2.2km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 2.1km has short steep hills. Whilst another 920m is flat with no steps and the remaining 570m is very steep.
Quality of track
2.7km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 2.1km follows a smooth and hardened path. Whilst another 1km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and the remaining 40m follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely.
Signs
Around 4.6km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 1.2km has directional signs at most intersection.
Experience Required
Around 6km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 280m requires some bushwalking experience.
Weather
Around 6km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 200m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
Infrastructure
Around 6km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 330m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
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Scenic World is one of the most renowned tourist attractions of Katoomba and the Blue Mountains. Located on the cliffs of the Jamison Valley [1], visitors can enjoy a ride on the Scenic Railway (the world's steepest incline railway) or the Scenic Cableway, into the Jamison Valley, and explore the Scenic Walkway from the base. Alternatively, the Scenic Skyway offers a bird's eye view over the valley, with a glass floor to enhance the experience. Scenic World also features a revolving restaurant, a cafe and a kiosk, in addition to the documentary theatre and souvenir shop. Rides can be purchased, starting from $16 for adults and $10 for children, and combination or family passes are available. More info
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Scenic World
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End of wooden footbridge Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 121 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 5 m
Descent = -20 m
From the Scenic World main entrance, this walk follows the 'Prince Henry Cliff Walk' signs down the concrete steps and around to the back of the building, where it comes to a wooden footbridge that curves around behind the main car park. At the end of the footbridge, this walk comes to an intersection with the Prince Henry Cliff Walk.
(0.12 km)
End of wooden footbridge
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Vanimans Lookout Track: Hard - bushtrack
Length = 89 m
Time = 2 mins
Climb = 0 m
Descent = -29 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the bush track down the gentle hill, winding down some wooden steps as the track bends around to the right. It then arrives at the signposted intersection of the 'Prince Henry Cliff Walk' and the track to the base of the Scenic Railway. Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads down the steep wooden steps, following the signs to the bottom of the Scenic Railway. The walk comes to the intersection of Vanimans Lookout at the bottom of the steps.
Vaniman's Lookout
Alt = 909 m
Vaniman's Lookout is a fenced, long and narrow lookout on the cliff edge, opposite Reids Plateau. The view looks directly over the Three Sisters across the Kedumba Valley, under the Scenic Skyway. The lookout was considered one of the finest views on the Three Sisters in the 1900's. The lookout was named after Chester Melvin Vaniman in 1905, a well-know adventurer and artist from the USA, who visited the Blue Mountains in 1903[2]. More info
(0.21 km)
Vanimans Lookout
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Rainforest Lookout Track: Hard - bushtrack
Length = 183 m
Time = 4 mins
Climb = 7 m
Descent = -16 m
Turn right: From Vanimans Lookout, this walk follows the bush track heading away from the bottom of the wooden steps. The track winds around the side of the hill and down the steep metal stairs. At the bottom, the walk comes to the intersection of the Katoomba Falls Round Walk and Juliets Balcony track (unsignposted).
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the long set of wooden steps winding down the side of the hill. After this, the walk flattens out for a short distance then continues up a short set wooden steps to the intersection of the Round Walk and the Furber Steps track. Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Base of Scenic Railway' signpost down the wooden steps to the bottom, where it comes to the Rainforest Lookout.
Rainforest Lookout
Alt = 900 m
Unlike many lookouts in the area, Rainforest Lookout does not offer sweeping valley views. Instead, this lookout offers an opportunity to get up close and personal with the canopy of the rainforest. Spend some time in the cool shade listening to the birds and Witches Leap creek passing by. A sign at the lookout explains that there once were wood-fired barbeques here for picnics, but removed due to the toll on the local environment[3].
(0.39 km)
Rainforest Lookout
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Int of Furber Steps and Katoomba Falls Lookout Track Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 17 m
Time =
Climb = 1 m
Descent = 0 m
Turn right: From the Rainforest Lookout, the track follows the bush track heading past the base of the wooden steps and then through the forest for a short while, until it reaches the signposted intersection of the Underfalls Walk.
(0.41 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Katoomba Falls Lookout Track
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Katoomba Falls Optional sidetrip: Walk: Easy - bushtrack
Length = 184 m
Time = 6 mins
Climb = 1 m
Descent = -67 m
Turn left : From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Underfalls Walk' sign down a short set of steps and across a small waterfall using the wooden bridge (This creek flows from Witches Leap all the way down to Veras Grotto). Once past the falls, the track continues through the rainforest, winding along the well-defined path until arriving at Katoomba Falls Lookout, right at the base of the falls. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then turn left to continue along this walk.)
Katoomba Falls
Alt = 829 m
The Katoomba Falls are among the most famous waterfalls in the the Blue Mountains region. The Kedumba River falls about 150 meters in 2 main stages. The Undercliff Track, from the Furber Steps, can be used to access the first landing of the waterfall. The Katoomba Falls can be viewed from most lookouts in the the area, including from the bottom of the falls at Cooks Landing on Federal Pass, or from the track running next to the Kedumba River at the top of the falls. These falls are also a highlight for the trip across the Scenic Skyway.
(0.41 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Katoomba Falls Lookout Track
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Int of Furber Steps and Lynes Point Track Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 40 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 1 m
Descent = -2 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Scenic Railway' sign along the bush track, winding through the forest for a short while before passing a large rock overhang with a wooden bench seat underneath. The walk continues down a set of stairs until reaching the signposted 'Queen Victoria Lookout'. Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads up the short metal staircase to the intersection of the Queen Victoria Lookout at the top.
(0.45 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Lynes Point Track
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Lynes Point Optional sidetrip: Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 6 m
Time =
Climb = 1 m
Descent = 0 m
Turn left : From the intersection, this walk follows the bush track heading around the right-hand side of the metal staircase, continuing around under the Queen Victoria Lookout to Lynes Point. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then veer right to continue along this walk.)
(0.45 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Lynes Point Track
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Int of Furber Steps and Vera's Grotto Track Track: Hard - bushtrack
Length = 118 m
Time = 8 mins
Climb = 17 m
Descent = -91 m
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the bush track heading away from the short metal staircase, winding along the side of the hill to the top of some concrete steps where there is a 'Furber Steps' signpost. From here, the walk continues down the concrete steps for a short distance until it comes to the signposted 'Furber Lookout'. Continue straight: From the Furber Lookout, this walk heads down the concrete steps that zigzags steeply down to the bottom of the cliffs. The track then flattens out and continues through the forest with the hand railing on the right, crossing a short boardwalk and coming down to the signposted intersection of the Vera's Grotto track.
(0.57 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Vera's Grotto Track
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Vera's Grotto Optional sidetrip: Walk: Easy - bushtrack
Length = 25 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 27 m
Descent = -3 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Vera's Grotto' sign along the bush track, winding down a set of wooden steps to Vera's Grotto Lookout at the bottom. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then turn left to continue along this walk.)
Vera's Grotto
Alt = 849 m
Vera's Grotto is a pleasant little spot located amongst the cascades on Witches Leap creek. This is a great area for lunch on a hot day, as it is always kept cool by the falls and the shade from the surrounding trees. When venturing to the grotto, you may be lucky enough to spot the Whistler and Yellow Robins. Superb Lyrebirds [4] are also heard and even seen frequently in the surrounding area.
(0.57 km)
Int of Furber Steps and Veras Grotto Track
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Cooks Crossing Track: Hard - bushtrack
Length = 303 m
Time = 11 mins
Climb = 17 m
Descent = -96 m
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk goes down the stairs. These zigzag down the hill and, at several points, go under overhangs in the cliff. The walk continues steeply downhill (occasionally on metal stairs) until reaching an intersection with a bush track signposted 'Federal Pass'. Turn left: From the bottom of Furber steps, this walk follows the sign to 'Katoomba Falls View' keeping the handrail on the right. The walk goes along the flat and very well-managed bush track and passes a signposted 'Turpentine Tree' on the right. Soon after the Turpentine Tree, the track comes to the base of Katoomba Falls, at a place known as 'Cooks Crossing'. There is a metal bridge that crosses the falls just past the picnic table.
(0.87 km)
Cooks Crossing
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Int of Federal Pass, Scenic Railway and Dardenelles Tracks Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 1.72 km
Time = 52 mins
Climb = 169 m
Descent = -179 m
Continue straight: From the base of Katoomba Falls, the walk crosses the creek along the metal footbridge and joins up with the track on the other side. The track starts to turn to the right, winding along Federal Pass walking track, under the cliffs. At several points, the walk passes some notable rock formations and caves embedded in the cliffs. In addition, there are occasional good views that are not shrouded by the trees. The track continues in this manner for some time, and then passes 'under the (three) sisters'[5] (clearly signposted). After passing under this rock formation, the track turns to the left and climbs slightly up to a seat and an intersection signposted with 'Dardanelles Pass' and 'Federal Pass' signs.
(2.59 km)
Int of Federal Pass, Scenic Railway and Dardenelles Tracks
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Bottom of Giant Staircase Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 289 m
Time = 10 mins
Climb = 36 m
Descent = -33 m
Turn left: From the intersection, the walk follows the sign pointing along the 'Dardenelles Track' towards the 'Giant Steps' - this is the upper track, keeping the main cliffs on the left. After the first short rise, the track flattens out and continues with some great views over the valley. At several points, small seats have been installed to enjoy these views. The track soon comes to an intersection signposted as the 'Giant Staircase'.
(2.88 km)
Bottom of Giant Staircase
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The Three Sisters Bridge intersection Track: Hard - bushtrack
Length = 204 m
Time = 19 mins
Climb = 151 m
Descent = -20 m
Turn left: From the intersection, the walk follows the sign up the 'Giant Staircase'. This climbs steeply (with handrails) until coming to an intersection with a bridge that goes across to the First of the three Sisters. Along the way, there are chairs in which to rest from the climb and enjoy the magnificent views of the valley.
The Three Sisters
Alt = 845 m
This well-known rock formation can be found just south of Katoomba, and can be viewed from many of the cliffside lookouts, from Narrow Neck all the way around to Sublime Point. Historically, this formation appears in Aboriginal 'Dream Time' stories, where three sisters were transformed into stone[6]. This iconic rock formation is popular amongst tourists and bushwalkers alike. More info
(3.09 km)
The Three Sisters Bridge Intersection
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Top of the Giant Staircase Track: Hard - footpath
Length = 40 m
Time = 4 mins
Climb = 31 m
Descent = 0 m
Veer right: From the bridge, the walk heads up the staircase steeply to the top. The stairs have handrails and climb up the side of the cliffs to the intersection with the Lady Game Lookout track.
(3.13 km)
Top of the Giant Staircase
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Lady Game Lookout Optional sidetrip: Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - bushtrack
Length = 12 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 0 m
Descent = -12 m
Turn left : From the intersection, the walk follows the footpath down the hill towards the Three Sisters for about 10m before coming to the Lady Game Lookout. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then continue straight to continue along this walk.)
Lady Game Lookout
Alt = 896 m
Lady Game Lookout is a narrow, fenced lookout above the Three Sisters. The track to this lookout starts just near the archway which marks the start of the Giant Staircase. Lady Game Lookout provides a bird's-eye view over the Three Sisters and is a popular stop whilst exploring the area.
(3.13 km)
Top of the Giant Staircase
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Int of Lady Game Lookout Track and the Three Sisters Footpath Walk: Easy - bushtrack
Length = 18 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 10 m
Descent = 0 m
Turn right: From the intersection, the walk follows the footpath up and away from the lookout, passing under a rock archway and continuing up the gentle hill to the intersection with the Cliff Drive access track.
(3.14 km)
Int of Prince Henry Cliff Track and the Three Sisters Footpath
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Oreades Lookout Walk: Easy - footpath
Length = 20 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 11 m
Descent = 0 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads up the stone/concrete steps on the main path to almost immediatly find an unnamed, fenced lookout platform[7] (on the left).
(3.16 km)
Oreades Lookout
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Int of Prince Henry Cliff Track and the Three Sisters Footpath Walk: Easy - footpath
Length = 109 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 18 m
Descent = -2 m
Continue straight: From Oreades Lookout, this walk heads uphill along the path for about 30m to pass a stone seat[fac=8022] (on the right), in a small sandstone overhang[8]. Check the miniature cicada sculptures[9] above the overhang. From here the walk leads moderately steeply[fac=8024] uphill along the smooth concrete path[10] for about 90m[11], to come to a clear intersection marked with a large 'Three Sisters Walk' sign[12]. On the left is a small flat loose gravel area with two seats[fac=8021].
(3.27 km)
Int of Prince Henry Cliff Track and the Three Sisters Pathway
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Echo Point Archway Intersection Walk: Easy - footpath
Length = 317 m
Time = 9 mins
Climb = 29 m
Descent = -17 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the large 'Echo Point' sign[13] uphill along the smooth concrete path. The path leads uphill for about 45m
to find a sandstone seat (on the right)[fac=8020]. From here the path continues winding gently uphill for another 70m to pass another sandstone seat (on the right)[fac=8019]. From this seat the path continues gently uphill for another 60m past yet another similar stone seat[fac=8018] (on the right), this seat has a blue tongue lizard sculpture[14]. After another 15m
this walk comes to a clear signposted Y-intersection[15]. Continue straight: From the intersection[16], this walk follows the 'Spooners Lookout' sign down along the concrete path, initially keeping the fence to the left. The path leads gently downhill to a signposted three-way intersection[17]. Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the footpath up the gentle hill along the footpath until coming to the intersection at the archway entrance to Echo Point.
(3.59 km)
Echo Point Archway Intersection
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Echo Point Information Center Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 31 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 1 m
Descent = 0 m
Turn left: From the interestction[18], this walk heads past the 'Blue Mountains National Park' sign[19] and under the stone archway[20]. Here the walk veers left passing the toilet block[fac=8015][21] to find the front of the visitor center[22] (on the left) and an accessible car parking area[fac=8014] (on the right).
Echo Point Information Centre
Alt = 947 m
This modern building at Echo Point is a great source of information. It is open daily from 9am-5pm (except Christmas Day). There is a large range of books, maps and information about the area (and ice creams). There are toilets opposite the entrance[fac=8015], and mobility parking opposite[fac=8014]. For more information, phone 1300 653 408. More info
(3.62 km)
Echo Point Information Center
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Echo Point Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 85 m
Time = 4 mins
Climb = 3 m
Descent = -22 m
Continue straight: From the front of the Echo Point Visitor Center[23] and mobility car parking area[fac=8014], this walk heads downhill following the 'Echo point' sign[24] across the wide open concrete area[25]. After about 30m the walk leads past a large concrete seat[fac=8016] (on the left) then passes a similar seat[fac=8017] after another 20m. Continue gently downhill towards the view for another 30m to the stunning views at the formal Echo Point lookout[26].
Echo Point
Alt = 929 m
Echo Point is the Blue Mountains' most famous and popular lookout, home to one of the best photo opportunities for the Three Sisters[27]. Visited by over two million tourists each year, this popular spot also serves as the starting point for many great walks in the area. The lookout is well fenced[28], has information signs[29][30] and stunning views across the valley to the Three Sisters[31] and Mount Solitary[32]. There are mounted binoculars and seats nearby.
(3.71 km)
Echo Point
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Int of Echo Point and Queen Elizabeth Lookout tracks Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 67 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 19 m
Descent = -1 m
Turn right: From the main lookout area at Echo Point, this walk heads across the concrete, keeping the view to the left, and then follows the concrete ramp down the gentle hill to the intersection of the Queen Elizabeth Lookout path.
(3.77 km)
Int of Echo Point and Queen Elizabeth Lookout tracks
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Lady Darley Lookout Track: Moderate - footpath,bushtrack
Length = 416 m
Time = 15 mins
Climb = 35 m
Descent = -65 m
Veer right: From the intersection, the walk follows the footpath heading away from Echo Point, winding through the bush for a short while until coming to the Kedumba View at the information sign, near the end of the footpath. Turn right: From the Kedumba View, the walk heads off the footpath and follows the bush track, keeping the valley to the left while winding through the bush and along the side of the hill, climbing up to the 'Lady Darley Lookout'.
Lady Darley Lookout
Alt = 920 m
Lady Darley Lookout is a moderately-sized, fenced lookout, found on the Prince Henry Cliff Track. The lookout can also be accessed directly by a track from Panorama Drive. There is an information sign describing the view and the traditional naming of the natural features. The panoramic views from the lookout are great, from Kings Tableland on the left to Mount Solitary, Narrow Neck and parts of Scenic World on the far right.
(4.19 km)
Lady Darley Lookout
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Allambie Lookout Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 144 m
Time = 4 mins
Climb = 11 m
Descent = -19 m
Veer left: From Lady Darley Lookout, the walk heads down the metal staircase to the bush track, which it follows down the long set of wooden steps to the bottom, then continues through the bush until it climbs up a few more wooden steps to the Allambie Lookout.
Allambie Lookout
Alt = 910 m
Allambie Lookout is a small, fenced lookout on the side of the Prince Henry Cliff Track. The lookout provides an opportunity to enjoy the valley view and the sights of the Three Sisters, Kings Tablelands and Mount Solitary.
(4.33 km)
Allambie Lookout
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Wollumai Lookout Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 99 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 13 m
Descent = -10 m
Continue straight: With the lookout and the valley to the left, the walk follows the bush track, winding along the side of the hill with the cliff's edge visible (down the hill to the left), as the track passes through a patch of tall gum trees and winds up some concrete steps, continuing along through thick scrub to Wollumai Lookout.
Wollumai Lookout
Alt = 911 m
Wollumai Lookout is a small, fenced lookout on the side of the Prince Henry Cliff Track. The lookout is on a sandstone platform at the base of a cliff, and looks over a much larger drop into the Jamison Valley. There is a bench seat to enjoy the views over the valley, including Mount Solitary, Narrow Neck and glimpses of the Three Sisters.
(4.43 km)
Wollumai Lookout
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Cliff View Lookout Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 235 m
Time = 8 mins
Climb = 29 m
Descent = -25 m
Continue straight: Keeping the lookout and the valley to the left, the walk follows the bush track through the scrub and across the short wooden walkway, winding past a wooden picnic bench, and continues through the dense scrub until it drops down some wooden steps and comes to Cliff View Lookout.
Cliff View Lookout
Alt = 916 m
This large, fenced wheelchair accessible lookout provides great mountain views[33] of Mt Solitary[34], Kedumba Valley, Narrow Neck[35] and across to Scenic World[36]. There's a bench seat[fac=8110] at the back of the lookout to enjoy the views from. The lookout fence is 1.2m high, the platform is 7.8x5.5m wide.
(4.67 km)
Cliff View Lookout
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Int of Prince Henry Cliff Walk and the eastern Skyway steps Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 40 m
Time = 2 mins
Climb = 11 m
Descent = -5 m
Turn right: From the lookout[37], this walk follows the concrete path gently up and over a rise keeping the fence and the valley on the left[38]. This walk continues for about 40m to come to a 3-way intersection[39] with the 'Skyway East Station' staircase (on the right).
(4.71 km)
Int of Prince Henry Cliff Walk and the eastern Skyway steps
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Katoomba Falls Park Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 238 m
Time = 5 mins
Climb = 17 m
Descent = -5 m
Continue straight: From the intersection[40], this walk follows the stenciled concrete path gently downhill[41], keeping the view and handrailing to your left. After about 90m this walk flattens and comes to a second handrail[42] (on the right) at the start of a slightly steeper uphill section. After about 45m this walk flattens a bit and continues to meander along following the path gently downhill for about 120m to come to 3-way intersection[43], marked by a signposted mobility parking bay[fac=8111] beside Cliff Drive.
(4.95 km)
Katoomba Falls Park
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Katoomba Cascades Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 127 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 1 m
Descent = -18 m
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads away from the 'Cliff View Lookout' sign, keeping the road on the right of the footpath. The path heads into open parkland, around the edge of the park and down the wooden steps to the bottom, where the walk comes to the Kedumba River crossing, just downstream of the Katoomba Cascades.
Katoomba Cascades
Alt = 919 m
Popular with locals and visitors alike, these picturesque cascades are on the Kedumba River. The cascades are nestled in the bend on Cliff Drive, near Katoomba Park. There are stepping stones across the creek at the bottom of the falls and a bench seat in the shade. There are a few small clearings where visitors can sit and enjoy the falls.
Katoomba Cascades
Alt = 919 m
Popular with locals and visitors alike, these picturesque cascades are on the Kedumba River. The cascades are nestled in the bend on Cliff Drive, near Katoomba Park. There are stepping stones across the creek at the bottom of the falls and a bench seat in the shade. There are a few small clearings where visitors can sit and enjoy the falls.
(5.07 km)
Katoomba Cascades
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Kedumba River lookout Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 181 m
Time = 4 mins
Climb = 4 m
Descent = -22 m
Continue straight: From the cascades, this walk crosses the creek to the western side, where it passes a picnic bench. The track continues downstream, winding through the forest for a short while until climbing up a gentle hill to the Kedumba River lookout.
Kedumba River lookout
Alt = 901 m
This unnamed, fenced lookout is at the bend in the track along Kedumba River, at the top of Katoomba Falls. The lookout gives great views across the valley to Mount Solitary and Narrow Neck. There are also glimpses of the Katoomba Falls as it drops away, far into the valley below.
(5.25 km)
Kedumba River lookout
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Int of Solitary Lookout track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 59 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 18 m
Descent = -3 m
Veer right: From the intersection at the lookout, the walk follows the bush track going up the hill, keeping the valley to the left. The track soon comes to the intersection with the Solitary lookout track.
(5.31 km)
Int of Solitary Lookout track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk
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Solitary Lookout Optional sidetrip: Walk: Easy - bushtrack
Length = 24 m
Time = 1 mins
Climb = 0 m
Descent = -10 m
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the wooden steps and along the bush track, winding through the forest for a short while before dropping down some concrete steps to Solitary Lookout. (Retrace your steps back to the main track, then turn left to continue along this walk.)
Solitary Lookout
Alt = 908 m
This unnamed lookout, near Katoomba falls, looks straight out across the Kedumba Valley to Mount Solitary. Although the Three Sisters are not visible, visitors can see Narrow Neck plateau and Ruined Castle to the right. The lookout is fenced, and there is a chair where you can sit and watch the Scenic Skyway go back and forth.
(5.31 km)
Int of Solitary Lookout track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk
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Int of Katoomba Kiosk Track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk Track: Moderate - bushtrack,footpath
Length = 96 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 18 m
Descent = -1 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the hardened footpath, keeping the handrailing on the left as the path begins to wind uphill, climbing up some wooden steps to the top, where it comes to the large clearing at the intersection of the Reids Plateau track and the Katoomba Falls Round Walk. Turn right: With the Katoomba Falls track to the left and the picnic bench to the right, this walk heads north up the concrete stairs, passing a 'Greenspace Project' sign. The walk comes to the top of the stairs, to the signposted intersection of 'Round Walk' at the back of the small park near the Katoomba Kiosk.
Katoomba Falls Kiosk
Alt = 932 m
The Katoomba Falls Kiosk serves a variety of light and healthy meals including breakfast, lunch and Devonshire teas. A drink enjoyed here will add to the experience of any local bushwalk. For more information, phone (02) 4782-4868. More info
(5.41 km)
Int of Katoomba Kiosk Track and Prince Henry Cliff Walk
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End of wooden footbridge Track: Moderate - bushtrack
Length = 310 m
Time = 6 mins
Climb = 19 m
Descent = -13 m
Veer left: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Scenic Railway' sign along the hardened bush track, winding along the side of the hill as the track heads through the forest, to the signposted intersection of the Round Walk and the Prince Henry Cliff Walk. Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the only unsignposted bush track up the gentle hill. It winds up the wooden steps, bending around to the left until it flattens out at the intersection with the Scenic World footbridge.
(5.72 km)
End of wooden footbridge
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Scenic World Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - footpath
Length = 121 m
Time = 3 mins
Climb = 20 m
Descent = -5 m
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads along the wooden footbridge that winds around the back of the Scenic World multi-story car park, to the concrete footpath. The walk continues around the main building, climbing up some concrete steps to the main entrance of Scenic World.
Fire Danger This walk passes Greater Sydney Region fire area which currently has a LOW MODERATE rating and No fire ban in place. (Tomorrow the Fire Danger Rating is LOW MODERATE, No fire ban.) (Downloaded 7 years ago) Please Note: Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Blue Mountains National ParkLink to official closures and fire bans page Attracting over 3 million visitors annually, Blue Mountains National Park holds some of Australia's most spectacular and diverse wilderness areas. Explore the Grose Valley, with its sheer sandstone cliffs, waterfalls and scenic walking, or enjoy the famous views of the Three Sisters. Easy access makes a day trips very worthwhile, but with such diversity it would be great to stay in one of the many B&B's and spend a few days soaking up the region. Region: Sydney & Surrounds Park feesCampingFacilities Current Park Closure information for Blue Mountains National Park Closure information last downloaded Sunday 27th of September 2015 07:00 AM Closed areas: Grand Canyon walking track The Grand Canyon walking track will be closed from Wednesday 14 October 2015 to mid-June 2016. The closure is necessary to allow work to continue on improving the walking track. Access for canyoners will be on weekends only. Access from Evans Lookout via Beauchamp Falls to the Grose Valley will remain open. Evans Lookout carpark, Loop carpark, and Neates Glen carpark will remain open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed for maintenance. This includes the Gorge Walking track. No access to the area is permitted.Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Hawkesbury area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Closed areas: Prince Henry cliff walk, Leura Blue Mountains City Council wishes to advise that Prince Henry cliff walk between Majestic lookout and the junction with the Leura Cascades walk is currently closed due to a landslip. Detours will be in place and clearly signposted around the affected area. Access from the Leura picnic area to the cascades is unaffected. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains City Tourism on 1300 653 408 or Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Closed areas: Butterbox Swamp track The traditional access to Butterbox Canyon via the endangered swamp is now closed and rehabilitated. No access permitted. Canyoners should use the new track provided. Temporary signage is in place. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Closed areas: Claustral canyon access change Access to Claustral canyon via the previous route across private land at Mount Tomah is no longer possible due to landholders denying access. Canyoners should respect the rights of Mount Tomah residents and avoid using private land. Alternative access from the west side of Mount Bell has been identified. For more information, please contact the Blue Moauntains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open seven days 9am to 4.30pm, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Closed areas: Cahills lookout - Katoomba As a result of a recent bushfire, Cahills lookout remains closed until further notice. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains City Council on (02) 4780 5000.
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens Waratah Native Gardens Some areas of this park are closed due to a major landslip event occurring across The Gorge Walking Track. Closed areas include The Gorge Walking Track in the Blue Mountains National Park. A full assessment is underway to determine the extent of damage and to ensure the area is made safe. The Gorge Walking Track is closed at the entry trackhead however the Waratah Native Gardens Day Use and Picnic Area located off Valley Ridges Road Berambing (west of Bilpin) has now been reopened. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. For more information, please contact NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open seven days 9am to 4.30pm, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines
Hiking near Sydney 
Track: Hard
1 km
You can phone 131500 (the transport info line) for up to date running times.
There is free parking available.
not too much longer now :)