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Pool of Siloam walk

Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park

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Overview

Pool of Siloam walk is a 1.6km return walk in Blue Mountains National Park near Gordon Falls picnic area. It’s a great walk heading down through rainforest to the waterfall at Pool of Siloam and then up to Golf Links lookout.

At 1.6km return, Pool of Siloam walk is ideal if you’re looking for a short hike that showcases a waterfall and a great lookout within 1 hour.

Starting from Gordon Falls picnic area, you’ll head down through lush rainforest to Pool of Siloam. Here, you can enjoy the sight of Gordon Creek cascading down the rock into the pool at its base.

Continuing on, you’ll cross a series of stepping stones over the creek and then follow the track as it climbs up to Golf Links lookout. The reward for your efforts is a stunning view across Jamison Valley to Mount Solitary and Three Sisters Aboriginal Place.

Nearby

  • Prince Henry Cliff walk in Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Natasha Webb

    Prince Henry Cliff walk

    Scenic valley views and wildflowers abound on Prince Henry Cliff walk between Katoomba and Leura, via iconic Three Sisters and Echo Point in Blue Mountains National Park.

  • Gordon Falls Lookout and Picnic Area, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Steve Alton/NSW Government

    Gordon Falls lookout and picnic area

    Family-friendly Gordon Falls lookout and picnic area offers waterfall and valley views, a great playground for the kids, and plenty of nearby walking tracks, in Leura, near Blue Mountain National Park.

These maps give a basic overview of park attractions and facilities, and may not be detailed enough for some activities. We recommend that you buy a topographic map before you go exploring.