Perrys lookdown campground

Blue Mountains National Park

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Perrys lookdown campground.

Getting there and parking

Perrys lookdown campground is in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park. To get there:

Take the Great Western Highway to Blackheath
Turn east into Hat Hill Road and follow the signs to Perrys lookdown.
The campground is around 8km from the highway.

Road quality

Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Perrys lookdown.

Facilities

Water is not available at Perrys lookdown campground, so you'll need to bring your own supply for drinking and cooking.

Toilets

Non-flush toilets

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Perrys lookdown campground factsheet

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.

Camping safety

Whether you're pitching your tent on the coast or up on the mountains, there are many things to consider when camping in NSW national parks. Find out how to stay safe when camping.

This is a remote campground, please make sure you arrive well prepared.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency + 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).

Prohibited

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Bring your fuel stove as there are no fires allowed at Perrys lookdown campground.

Pets

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

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Park info

in Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and Country NSW regions
Blue Mountains National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. Some parts of the park close overnight; details are provided for specific attractions.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area.
Buy an annual pass.
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
  02 4787 8877
  Contact hours: 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- End of Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
- Email: bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
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- Glenbrook office
  02 4720 6200 Infoline
  Contact hours: Entry station is only open on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
- Blue Mountains National Park, Bruce Road, Glenbrook NSW 2773
- Email: npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au
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- Richmond office
  02 4588 2400
  Contact hours: Monday to Friday , 9.30am to 4pm.
- Bowmans Cottage, 370 Windsor Street, Richmond NSW 2753
- Email: npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au
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- Oberon office
  02 6336 1972
  Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
- 38 Ross Street, Oberon NSW 2787
- Email: npws.kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Visitor centre

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
End of Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 4787 8877

Perrys Lookdown campground, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Nick Cubbin