Valley of the Waters picnic area
Blue Mountains National Park
Overview
A great family day trip, Valley of the Waters picnic area boasts scenic views, lookouts, walking, waterfalls, and accessible facilities in Blue Mountains National Park.
- Type
- Picnic areas
- Where
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Price
- Free
- Please note
If you’re bushwalking in this park, it’s a good idea to bring a topographic map and compass, or a GPS.
Valley of the Waters picnic area, just near Conservation Hut in Blue Mountains National Park, is a fabulous picnicking spot for family and friends wanting an extra helping of scenic views with their lunch. With plenty of active options and nearby wheelchair-accessible facilities, it’s a no-fuss day trip that all the family will love.
You might be serenaded by bellbirds as you unroll the picnic rug among the scribbly gums. If you’re feeling energetic, there’s the heart-pumping Wentworth Pass loop walking track. However, if a leisurely stroll is more your style, walk along the cliff top to Wentworth Falls lookout for sensational waterfall views.
After an afternoon of exploring the enchanting falls of Valley of the Waters, you might be tempted to round up the gang for a delicious Devonshire tea at the ‘Hut’.
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Conservation program:
Bush Trackers
Bush Trackers was created to encourage children to engage with the environment in and around the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. This program highlights the natural and cultural splendour of the greater Blue Mountains through education initiatives and bushwalks.
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
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
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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
- Glenbrook office
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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
- Richmond office
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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
- Oberon office
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