Nepean Lookout is a quiet vantage point in the Glenbrook area of the Blue Mountains, offering scenic views across the Nepean River gorge.
A short bushwalk along a fire trail from the Jack Evans car park leads to the lookout, with several other walks and lookouts nearby if you’re planning to make a day of it.
| Nepean Lookout | |
|---|---|
| Walk: | 600 metres from car park |
| Grade: | Easy (mild incline) |
| Wheel-friendly: | No |
| Dog-friendly: | No |
| Trailhead: | Google Maps |
Getting There
The trailhead for Nepean Lookout is located in a remote part of the Glenbrook area in the Blue Mountains, but it’s fairly easy to reach by car.
From the Great Western Highway, turn onto Ross Street in Glenbrook and continue into the national park via Euroka Road and Bruce Road.
Once inside the park, follow The Oaks Trail and then Nepean Lookout Trail to the parking area at the start of the walk. The final few kilometres of Nepean Lookout Trail are unsealed, but a 4WD vehicle isn’t necessary.
This parking area also serves the Jack Evans Walking Track, so it’s worth doing both walks on the same day to make the most of the trip.
About Nepean Lookout
Once you’ve parked and are ready to start walking, head to the Nepean Lookout signpost, which shows the lookout is just 500 metres away.
The walk follows an easy management trail. It gently slopes downhill, barely noticeable on the way there, but you’ll feel it a bit more on the return.
At the end of the trail, you’ll reach a spacious, rocky platform on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Nepean River. The lookout is not fenced, so take care near the edges, especially if you have children with you.
Nepean Lookout sits above the junction where Erskine Creek flows into the Nepean River, although Erskine Creek itself isn’t visible from the lookout.
This section of the river is also known as Fairlight Gorge, with more lookouts on the opposite side, including The Rock Lookout in Mulgoa.
Walks and Lookouts Nearby
There’s plenty to see and do in the Glenbrook area of the Blue Mountains, and a visit to Nepean Lookout is best combined with other nearby walks and lookouts.
The Jack Evans Track starts from the same car park. This short but mildly steep walk leads down to Erskine Creek, with a good lookout along the way offering scenic views.
Another excellent spot to visit is Portal Lookout, which, like Nepean Lookout, provides views over the Nepean River.
While you’re at Portal Lookout, it’s worth continuing to nearby Tunnel View Lookout, just a short drive away. This vantage point overlooks the Glenbrook Creek Gorge.
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