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Prince Henry Cliff Walk

Prince Henry Cliff Walk

Seven kilometres of clifftop track linking Katoomba and Leura, with more than 20 lookouts over the Jamison Valley.

  • Distance7km one-way
  • Time3 - 4hrs
  • DifficultyGrade 3 of 5
  • Nearest townKatoomba
Photo: Christopher Wood, CC BY-SA 3.0
Check before you goTracks, roads and campgrounds in the Mountains close for weather, fire and repairs. See current alerts on the official NSW National Parks page for Prince Henry Cliff Walk.

About this walk

The walk runs along the cliff edge between Scenic World at Katoomba and Gordon Falls lookout at Leura, passing Katoomba Cascades, Echo Point, the Three Sisters, Leura Cascades and Bridal Veil lookout.

You do not need to walk all of it. Echo Point to Leura Cascades is the classic half, and there are road exits every kilometre or so if the weather turns.

Route map

Start100 mNRoute: OpenStreetMap contributors · Blue Mountains Guide
Start: -33.72614, 150.30609

Mapped length 6.6 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 file KML (Google Earth)
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 either end. Katoomba end: Scenic World, Violet Street, or Katoomba Falls Reserve on Cliff Drive. Leura end: Gordon Falls Reserve, at the end of Lone Pine Avenue off Leura Mall.

Parking: Free street parking near Gordon Falls Reserve (Leura). Paid parking at Echo Point and Scenic World.

By train: Train to Katoomba or Leura. Leura station to Gordon Falls is a 25-minute walk down Leura Mall, so you can walk one way and catch the train back.

Directions to the trailhead (Google Maps)Apple Maps

Good to know

  • One-way walk: plan the train or a car shuffle.
  • Lots of steps and short climbs, but nothing exposed.
  • Sections close for track work fairly often - check alerts before you go.

Common questions

How long is Prince Henry Cliff Walk?

Prince Henry Cliff Walk is 7km one-way and takes about 3 - 4hrs.

How hard is Prince Henry Cliff Walk?

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 Prince Henry Cliff Walk start?

Start at either end. Katoomba end: Scenic World, Violet Street, or Katoomba Falls Reserve on Cliff Drive. Leura end: Gordon Falls Reserve, at the end of Lone Pine Avenue off Leura Mall. GPS: -33.72614, 150.30609.

Where do I park for Prince Henry Cliff Walk?

Free street parking near Gordon Falls Reserve (Leura). Paid parking at Echo Point and Scenic World.

Can I take my dog to Prince Henry Cliff Walk?

No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.

Is there phone reception at Prince Henry Cliff Walk?

Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Katoomba.

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: Christopher Wood, CC BY-SA 3.0.