Tarpeian Rock Lookout (Scenic Jamison Valley Views)

Tarpeian Rock Lookout

The Tarpeian Rock Lookout is a beautifully isolated viewpoint in the Leura area that offers scenic views of the Jamison Valley.

This lookout can be reached via the short Tarpeian Rock Access Walk, starting from Cliff Drive, with the option to visit other nearby lookouts.

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The Birdwood Gully Round Walk in Springwood

Birdwood Gully Round Walk in Springwood

The Birdwood Gully Round Walk in the suburb of Springwood is a family-friendly bushwalking trail passing through beautiful scenery.

From tall trees and imposing cliff overhangs to creek crossings and glow worm caves, this 2.6 km loop is a hidden gem in the Lower Blue Mountains.

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Dargan Arch (Short Walk to a Collapsed Cave)

Dargan Arch in the Blue Mountains

The Dargan Arch, also referred to as Dargans Arch, is a large natural sandstone rock formation located in a quiet area of the Blue Mountains.

The short walk to get there is not signposted, and due to its somewhat remote location between Lithgow and Bell, it never really gets busy there.

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The Bushrangers Cave in Mount Victoria

Bushrangers Cave in Mount Victoria

The Bushrangers Cave is a unique and somewhat hidden cave structure in the Mount Victoria area of the Blue Mountains.

There are two walking trails to this cave: one short trail from Kanimbla Valley Road and a longer walk starting from Mount Piddington.

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Katoomba Falls Round Walk (Lookouts and Waterfall Views)

Katoomba Falls Round Walk

The Katoomba Falls Round Walk is a family-friendly hiking trail that includes several lookouts offering great views of the popular Katoomba waterfall.

In this article, we’ll share the highlights of the Katoomba Falls Round Walk and where to get the best views of the waterfall.

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The Reids Plateau Lookouts in Katoomba

Reids Plateau Lookouts in Katoomba

The Reids Plateau is a small headland in Katoomba that is home to a few lookouts offering fantastic views of the Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls.

The plateau is very easy to access, and with several walking trails nearby, it’s a great starting point for a fun day out in the Blue Mountains.

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The Panoramic Vale of Avoca Lookout in Grose Vale

Vale of Avoca Lookout in Grose Vale

The Vale of Avoca Lookout in the quiet suburb of Grose Vale in the Lower Blue Mountains offers panoramic views of the Grose River Gorge.

This isolated lookout is very easy to drive to, with only a short walking trail from the car park to get to the viewing point.

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Three Sisters Walk (Echo Point to Giant Stairway)

Three Sisters Walk

The Three Sisters Walk is a popular, family-friendly walking trail with multiple lookouts, leading to the most iconic landmark in the Blue Mountains.

Starting at Echo Point, this short trail brings visitors up close to the magnificent Three Sisters, with plenty of options to extend the trail in various directions.

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Terrace Falls Circuit in Hazelbrook (Waterfalls and Pools)

Terrace Falls Circuit in Hazelbrook

The Terrace Falls Circuit Walk is a stunning walking trail in Terrace Falls Reserve in Hazelbrook that takes in several named and unnamed waterfalls and pools.

The main highlight of this walk is Terrace Falls, an impressive cascade waterfall amidst beautiful bushland surroundings.

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Hargraves Lookout and Panorama Point Lookout in Blackheath

Hargraves Lookout in Blackheath

The Hargraves Lookout is a spectacular viewing point in the Blackheath area of the Blue Mountains, west of the Great Western Highway.

This remote and isolated lookout offers beautiful views of the Megalong Valley, the Kanimbla Valley, Ngula Bulgarabang Regional Park, and the Narrow Neck Plateau.

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