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Nepean lookout

Glenbrook area in Blue Mountains National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Nepean lookout.

Getting there and parking

Nepean lookout is in the Glenbrook area of Blue Mountains National Park. To get there:

  • Take Great Western Highway to Glenbrook
  • Turn off the highway on to Ross Street, opposite Glenbrook Oval, and follow through town to the end
  • Turn left on to Burfitt Parade, which becomes Bruce Road
  • After entering the park entry gate, follow The Oaks trail around 8km, crossing the Glenbrook Gorge causeway
  • Turn left on to Nepean lookout trail and follow around 4km to the end.

Road quality

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Nepean lookout.

Facilities

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Prohibited

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Nepean lookout

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