Perrys Lookdown is a quiet vantage point in the Blackheath area of the Blue Mountains, offering scenic views over the Grose Valley.
From the lookout, visitors can follow a short but steep walking track that leads down to the Blue Gum Forest and the Grose River.
| Perrys Lookdown | |
|---|---|
| Walk: | 100 metres from car park |
| Grade: | Easy |
| Picnic facilities: | Limited |
| Toilet facilities: | Yes |
| Wheel-friendly: | No |
| Dog-friendly: | No |
| Trailhead: | Google Maps |
Getting There
The car park for Perrys Lookdown is located at the end of Perrys Lookdown Road, about 8 km northeast of Blackheath town centre.
To get there, turn onto Hat Hill Road from the Great Western Highway in Blackheath. This road becomes Perrys Lookdown Road.
Towards the end, you’ll reach a junction with Anvil Rock Road. Veer right at this junction to continue to the Perrys Lookdown car park.
All roads are sealed, so a 4WD vehicle is not required.
Perrys Lookdown
Despite the scenic views and the nearby lookouts, walks, and campgrounds, Perrys Lookdown has always remained one of the quieter lookouts in the Blackheath area.
To reach the lookout, follow the easy 100-metre walking trail that starts at the large signpost marked as Perrys Lookdown Track.
The fenced lookout is spacious and safe, though the views aren’t quite as dramatic as those from Anvil Rock Lookout, Govetts Leap Lookout, or Evans Lookout.
The imposing cliff wall on the opposite side of the valley is known as Banks Wall, with Mount Banks sitting at the top.
Looking down into the valley, you can catch glimpses of the Blue Gum Forest and the Grose River winding through the Grose Valley.
From the lookout, the trail continues to another viewpoint, Dockers Lookout, before steeply descending into the valley toward the Blue Gum Forest.
Dockers Lookout
If you’re not planning to go hiking, it’s still worth visiting Dockers Lookout, as it’s only a short walk from Perrys Lookdown.
The views are similar but from a slightly different angle, and the Blue Gum Forest is more clearly visible from this spot.
Blue Gum Forest
Up for a challenge? From Dockers Lookout, the walking track continues to the Blue Gum Forest via a steep, zigzagging path.
The walk from the car park is about 2.5 km one way. While not an especially long walk, it’s a very steep descent; something you need to be aware of if you’re keen.
The Blue Gum Forest is a thriving forest of towering mountain blue gum trees (Eucalyptus deanei), located near the junction of Govetts Creek and the Grose River.
Roughly 750 metres further south (signposted) is the Acacia Flat campground, a remote and peaceful camping area in beautiful natural surroundings, with minimal facilities.
If you plan to do this walk to the Blue Gum Forest, and we recommend it, make sure you’re well-prepared with water and some snacks. It’s a very steep walk that isn’t for the fainthearted.
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