Evans Lookout is one of the most impressive vantage points in the Blue Mountains, offering dramatic views of the Grose Valley and the surrounding cliff walls.
It’s a popular destination for both sightseeing and bushwalking, with particularly scenic views around sunrise and sunset. For those keen to explore on foot, there are several great walks nearby to consider.
| Evans Lookout | |
|---|---|
| Walk: | 100 metres from car park |
| Grade: | Easy |
| Picnic facilities: | Limited |
| Toilet facilities: | Yes |
| Wheel-friendly: | Yes |
| Dog-friendly: | No |
| Map: | Google Maps |
Getting There
To get there, head west on the Great Western Highway until you reach Blackheath. From the town centre, turn onto Evans Lookout Road and follow it for about 4 kilometres to the end, where you’ll find a purpose-built car park.
Parking is limited at the lookout, especially on weekends, but you can also park at the Grand Canyon Carpark about 500 metres back. From there, you can walk along the Evans Lookout Track to reach the lookout.
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About the Lookout
Evans Lookout is one of the best-known and most popular viewpoints in the Blackheath area and across the entire Blue Mountains.
The lookout was named in 1882 after George Evans, a solicitor who lived in the Blackheath area in the 19th century.
It was upgraded in 2022 and now features a well-sized car park and a wheelchair-accessible path leading directly to the lookout.
From the car park, it’s only a short walk along this path to the main viewing area. There’s a shelter with picnic tables behind the viewing area and an accessible toilet nearby.
The lookout sits right on the edge of the cliffs, offering a clear and wide open view into the Grose Valley.
On a clear day, the views are spectacular, but they’re especially striking at sunset and sunrise, when the cliffs glow a distinct orange.
Walks Nearby
Evans Lookout is the starting point for several bushwalking tracks.
The most popular walk here is the historic Grand Canyon Track, a 6 km loop that winds through rainforest gullies and passes creeks and small waterfalls. Note that it can get quite busy on weekends.
Another popular trail is the Cliff Top Track, a 3 km walk that follows the escarpment to Govetts Leap Lookout, offering scenic valley views along the way.
For a shorter stroll, Valley View Lookout is just a short walk (signposted) from Evans Lookout. It’s a great viewpoint that many visitors overlook, despite the terrific views.
