Cliff Top Walking Track
The escarpment walk between Govetts Leap and Evans Lookout: heath, wildflowers and the Grose Valley beside you the whole way.
- Distance6km return
- Time3hrs - 3hrs 30min
- DifficultyGrade 3 of 5
- Nearest townBlackheath
About this walk
A rolling clifftop track linking Blackheath's two big lookouts. It passes the top of Govetts Leap Falls (Bridal Veil Falls), the tallest single-drop waterfall in the Mountains, and Barrow lookout.
Route map
Mapped length 3.0 km. Route line from OpenStreetMap; distance and grade in the summary are the official NPWS figures where available.
Take this map offline
Phone reception drops out across most of the Mountains. Save the route before you leave town.
GPX opens in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Organic Maps, Garmin and most navigation apps and shows your live position on the route with no signal. How to use offline maps.How to get there
Start at Govetts Leap lookout (end of Govetts Leap Road) or Evans Lookout (end of Evans Lookout Road), both off the Great Western Highway at Blackheath.
Parking: Free parking at both lookouts.
By train: Train to Blackheath station, then 3 km to Govetts Leap.
Good to know
- Walk it one way (3 km) with a car at each end, or return the same way.
- Combine with the Grand Canyon Track for a full day.
Common questions
How long is Cliff Top Walking Track?
Cliff Top Walking Track is 6km return and takes about 3hrs - 3hrs 30min.
How hard is Cliff Top Walking Track?
It is rated Grade 3 on the Australian Walking Track Grading System: suitable for most ages and fitness levels, with some steps and short steep sections.
Where does Cliff Top Walking Track start?
Start at Govetts Leap lookout (end of Govetts Leap Road) or Evans Lookout (end of Evans Lookout Road), both off the Great Western Highway at Blackheath. GPS: -33.64658, 150.32509.
Where do I park for Cliff Top Walking Track?
Free parking at both lookouts.
Can I take my dog to Cliff Top Walking Track?
No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.
Is there phone reception at Cliff Top Walking Track?
Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Blackheath.
Sources: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (distance, time, grade, coordinates); OpenStreetMap contributors (route line). Last checked Thursday 12 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
Photo: Diliff, CC BY-SA 3.0.
