Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout

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20 mins

556 m Return

38 m

Very easy

This very pleasant walk starts from the Katoomba Falls Park. The walk explores the cliffs and dense vegetation in the area, and enters the Blue Mountains National Park to enjoy the views from the Cliff View Lookout. The lookout provides stunning views up the Kedumba Valley. The walk is well signposted, has handrails and fencing. The walk passes under the skyway just below the eastern station. An easy walk with spectacular views.

Katoomba Falls Park

The Katoomba Falls Picnic area and park is found at the corner of 'Katoomba Falls Rd' and 'Cliff Dr', Katoomba. The south and western edge of the park is lined with a fence protecting the small Kedumba River, just above Katoomba Cascades. There is a fenced (1.2m high[1]) viewing platform at the top of the cascades, [2] and a smooth/flat conrete footpath leading to it[3]. The park is also home to a series of 8 picnic tables

[Picnic Table]

. There is a car park

[Parking]

for around 17 cars on Cliff Dr, as well as a separate signposted mobility parking bay

[Parking Accessible]

at the south-eastern corner of the park. A pleasant picnic area.

(0km) Katoomba Falls Park → Cliff View Lookout

280 m

7 mins

10m

-28m Very easy

From the intersection (by the signposted mobility parking bay

[Parking Accessible]

on Cliff Drive, about 120m from Katoomba Falls Road), this walk follows the 'Cliff View Lookout 10 mins' sign gently uphill[4] along the stenciled concrete path (with handrails on the right) for about 60m. This walk then meanders along the path gently downhill[5] for about 45m to come to a start of the second handrail(on the left)[6] where this walk becomes a bit steeper downhill. After about 60m this walk flattens[7] and continues gently uphill for about 80m to come to a 3-way intersection[8] with the 'Skyway East Station' staircase[9] (on the left).
Continue straight: From the intersection[10], this walk follows the stenciled concrete path keeping the handrails on the right, almost immediately passing under the cables of the 'Skyway' cable car[11]. This walk continues for about 40m and goes up and over a gentle rise to come to a concrete platform[12] marked by the 'Cliff View Lookout' sign on the fence[13].

Cliff View Lookout

This large, fenced wheelchair accessible lookout provides great mountain views[14] of Mt Solitary[15], Kedumba Valley, Narrow Neck[16] and across to Scenic World[17]. There's a bench seat

[Seat]

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.

Maps for the Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout walk

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These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Six Foot Track	1:50 000 Map Series	Six Foot Track	NSW-six-foot-track
Katoomba	1:25 000 Map Series	89301S KATOOMBA	NSW-89301S
Katoomba	1:100 000 Map Series	8930 KATOOMBA	8930

Cross sectional view of the Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout

Altitude analysis for Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout

Accessibility Profile

This page is designed to give you a sense of the facilities that help improve access for people with disabilities or mobility restrictions. See tracknotes and map for navigation, point of interest and other information. See the Accessibility Details below for specific information about each facility.

Slope: Mostly flat or gentle slopes. No section steeper than 1:12.

Surface: Smooth & hard concrete surface the full length.

Parking: There are 2 designated accessible parking areas on this walk. They are 0m apart.

Seats: There are 8 seats (including picnic tables) on this walk. They are on average 40m apart, with a maximum gap of 270m.

Accessibility Details

1 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats on concrete slab 3.5x3.8m. The table is 77cm high, 61cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 48cm high, 47cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

2 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats on concrete slab 3.5x3.8m. The table is 77cm high, 61cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 48cm high, 47cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

3 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats on concrete slab 3.5x3.8m. The table is 77cm high, 61cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 48cm high, 47cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

4 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats on dirt area. The table is 77cm high, 61cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 43cm high, 35cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

5 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table with one bench seat on concrete slab 2.1x1.8m. The table is 77cm high, 61cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 43cm high, 47cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

6 Parking Accessible (0m)

The signposted mobility parking area is located on the 'Cliff Drive' road. The parking area is concrete, 8m wide and 3.25m deep.

7 Parking (0m)

The parking area is located on the 'Cliff Drive' road, beside the big picnic area. There are several parking space there, the depth of parking bays is 7.2m.

8 Picnic Table (0m)

A timber slat picnic table with bench seats on concrete slab 3.3x3.5m. The table is 80cm high, 62cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 43cm high, 31cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

9 Picnic Table (4m)

A timber slat picnic table with bench seats on concrete slab 3.3x3.5m. The table is 80cm high, 62cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 43cm high, 31cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest).

10 Seat (277m)

A timber slat bench seat on a conrete platform. The seat is 53cm high, 35cm deep and 1.8m wide with a 40cm high backrest.

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	556 m
		Time	20 mins
		.
Grade 1/6 Very easy	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Flat, no steps (1/6)
		Quality of track	Smooth and hardened path (1/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 280m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 280m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 280m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 280m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 280m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 280m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout walk.

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Scenic World to Echo Point

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Total climbing: 192m

Moderate track

Echo Point to Eastern Skyway Station

2.2 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk follows the Prince Henry Cliff Walk from Echo point to the Scenic Skyway eastern station. The pleasant cliff top walk explores many great lookouts. There is the option to go for a ride on the Skyway one way or return (fee applies). This walk can be done one way, there is vehicle access

Total climbing: 280m

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Echo Point to Katoomba Falls

3.1 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

From one magnificent lookout to more magnificent lookouts of the Jamison Valley this walk just gets better as it heads from the highly popular Echo Point, to Katoomba Falls. Hidden below Katoomba Park these falls are enchanting to watch as the water cascades down the rocks and along the stream. From

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Scenic world to Three Sisters Loop via Furber Steps

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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 Mountai

Total climbing: 722m

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The Prince Henry Cliff Walk

6.8 km One way, 3 hrs 30 mins

Going from Katoomba to Leura, this walk covers the top of the cliff line and most of the major lookouts. With brilliant vistas all along the way, the views of the Jamison Valley are truly amazing. Time should be set aside to dawdle along the cliffs and soak up the serenity of the cliffs.

Total climbing: 575m

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Solitary Kiosk Loop

9.4 km Circuit, 5 hrs 30 mins

This is a great walk, with much to offer photographers and those who only have a day in Katoomba. The walk descends into the valley from Solitary Kiosk before climbing up the scenic (and steep) Furber steps and soaking up the views around the rim of the valley. A great way to take in both the valley

Total climbing: 1009m

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Mt Solitary and Kedumba Valley Circuit

33.8 km Circuit, 3 Days

On this 3 day walk you will explore some remote areas around the Kedumba Valley, and some of the most famous spots in the Blue Mountains. The walks starts at Scenic World to head down Furber Steps and follow the Federal pass past the Scenic Railway, the land slide, to an optional side trip up Ruined

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Experienced only

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout walk.

Katoomba Cascades

254 m Return, 15 mins

This short walk starts at Katoomba Falls Park, on Cliff Drive. The track heads down to the popular Katoomba Cascades. There is some shade and a bench seat at the base of the falls. There are a few spots to enjoy a snack or get the feet wet on a hot day. An optional side trip can extend the walk

Total climbing: 19m

Moderate track

Katoomba Kiosk to base of Katoomba Falls

1.7 km Return, 2 hrs

This walk starts from the Katoomba Kiosk, on Cliff Drive, winds down to the bottom of Furber Steps and continues to the base of the Katoomba Falls. There are optional side trips to Katoomba Falls lookout and Vera's Grotto on the way. By the creek at the base of Katoomba Falls is a great spot to enjo

Total climbing: 272m

Hard track

Katoomba Kiosk to Katoomba Falls

1.1 km Return, 45 mins

This is a excellent return walk, starting from the Katoomba kiosk and winding down to the Furber Steps, where it continues along a well signposted side track to the Katoomba Falls lookout. As this walk starts and finishes at the Kiosk, it is can be a great place to grab some tucker before heading of

Total climbing: 116m

Moderate track

Reids Plateau Loop

352 m Circuit, 20 mins

This walk starts near Katoomba Kiosk, opposite Katoomba Park, on Cliff Drive. The walk heads through the bush, on a well established track, out to Reids Plateau. The loop around Reids Plateau explores several lookouts and the bush through the area. There are a couple of short side trips out to ex

Total climbing: 29m

Moderate track

Round Walk

854 m Circuit, 45 mins

A great walk exploring the upper section of Furber Steps. Starting at the Katoomba Kiosk, this walk visits Witches Leap, Juliets Balcony and Vanimans Lookout to loop back to the Kiosk. There are great views down the Kedumba Valley and of many of the surrounding features. A well shaded walk with so

Total climbing: 52m

Hard track

Lady Darley Lookout Track

218 m Return, 20 mins

This walk provides the shortest access to Lady Darley Lookout from the road. Starting from Panorama Dr, in Katoomba, the walk heads down a hill with stairs, to the lookout. The lookout is on the Prince Henry Cliff walk, and provides great views of the Kedumba Valley. Although popular, this is much

Total climbing: 50m

Moderate track

Furber Steps-Scenic Railway

869 m Circuit, 1 hr 15 mins

This popular walk descends into the Jamison Valley, passing great views of Mt Solitary and Katoomba Falls. Be sure to allow time to explore as many of the side trips as possible as these are just amazing (especially the cascading water at Katoomba Falls). To save the walk back up the hill, take a ri

Total climbing: 46m

Hard track

Katoomba Falls Circuit

1.5 km Circuit, 1 hr 45 mins

For those looking for a walk involving more than simple boardwalk, this trail winding through the temperate rain forest could be just the thing. Katoomba Falls cannot fail to dazzle as they cascade down the cliffs, and the opportunity to stop for a quick cup of coffee in Katoomba Falls Kiosk makes t

Total climbing: 159m

Hard track

Scenic World down Furber Steps to Narrow Neck loop

6.8 km Circuit, 5 hrs

This walk starts from the popular Scenic World tourist spot. The walk winds down into the Jamison Valley via the Furber steps, heads west around the edge of the valley, past the landslide, and climbs the Golden Stairs, before returning to Scenic World along the roads. This is a great day walk, provi

Total climbing: 769m

Hard track

Scenic World to base of Katoomba Falls (Via Furber Steps)

1.7 km Return, 3 hrs 45 mins

This pleasant walk starts at the popular Scenic World, in Katoomba, where the Scenic Railway and the Skyway are located. The walk finds its way down the Furber steps, where there are some great side trips to lookouts. At the bottom, the walk heads around through the forest to the base of the Katoomb

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Hard track

Scenic World to Katoomba Falls Lookout

1.2 km Return, 2 hrs

This walk starts from Scenic World and winds part way down the Furber Steps and along a small, well travelled side track to the Katoomba Falls lookout. Providing great views, and plenty of visitor information at Scenic World, this is a great walk for those who like waterfalls, ferns and grottos, and

Total climbing: 146m

Hard track

Witches Leap Circuit

1.1 km Circuit, 2 hrs

A great circuit walk near Scenic World, Katoomba. This walk heads into a temperate rain forest, following a shrouded trail through Witches Leap, a small creek crossing, before emerging near Katoomba Kiosk. The kiosk is a good spot to stop for a coffee before heading back along the flat trail to Scen

Total climbing: 89m

Hard track

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout walk starts and ends at the Katoomba Falls Park (gps: -33.726408, 150.30613)

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Park Information

Blue Mountains National Park

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.

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