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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Blue Mountains National Park.

Getting there and parking

To get to Blue Mountains National Park there:

From Sydney:

Take the M4 and the Great Western Highway for Glenbrook, the southern side of the Lower Grose Valley, Katoomba and Blackheath areas.
The Southern Blue Mountains area is accessed via Oberon or Jenolan Caves.

From Richmond via Bells Line of Road:

Take the Bells Line of Road for the northern side of the Lower Grose Valley, and the Mount Wilson area.
You can also take Bells Line of Road to Bell, then connect with the Great Western Highway via Darling Causeway.

From Lithgow:

Follow the Great Western Highway east toward Sydney.
You can also follow Chifley Road from Lithgow, which becomes Bells Line of Road.
Darling Causeway connects the highway and Bells Line of Road between Mount Victoria and Bell.

Roads into Blue Mountains National Park can be busy, especially on weekends and public holidays during summer. For up-to-date traffic information, we recommend you visit the Live Traffic NSW website.

Park entry points

Glenbrook See on map
Katoomba See on map
Mount Victoria See on map

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Blue Mountains Heritage Centre See on map
Butterbox Canyon See on map
Conservation Hut See on map
Dunphys campground See on map
Echo Point lookout (Three Sisters) See on map
Evans lookout See on map
Fortress Canyon See on map
Galong cabins See on map
Gordon Falls picnic area See on map
Gordon Falls to Katoomba walk See on map
Govetts Leap lookout See on map
Grand Cliff Top Walk See on map
Ingar campground See on map
Jellybean track See on map
Jugglers Canyon See on map
Mount Solitary walking track See on map
Mount Werong campground See on map
Nepean lookout See on map
Perrys lookdown See on map
Pulpit Rock lookout See on map
Serendipity Canyon See on map
Sublime Point lookout - Leura See on map
Vale of Avoca lookout See on map
Valley of the Waters lookout See on map
Victoria Falls walking track See on map
Wentworth Falls picnic area See on map

By bike

Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.

By public transport

Depending on which area you’re visiting, Blue Mountains National Park is accessible from a number of stations including Glenbrook, Woodford, Faulconbridge, Leura, Wentworth Falls, Katoomba and Blackheath. Visit the Transport NSW website to plan your trip.

Facilities

Toilets Show more

Picnic tables Show more

Barbecue facilities Show more

Cafe/kiosk Show more

Drinking water Show more

Showers

Galong cabins

Wireless internet

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre

Electric power

Maps and downloads

Fees and passes

Park entry fees:

$8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area.

All Parks Pass - For all parks in NSW (including Kosciuszko NP) $190 (1 year) / $335 (2 years)
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Multi Parks Pass - For all parks in NSW (except Kosciuszko) $65 (1 year) / $115 (2 years)
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Country Parks Pass - For all parks in Country NSW (except Kosciuszko) $45 (1 year) / $75 (2 years)
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Single Country Park Pass - For entry to a single park in country NSW (except Kosciuszko). $22 (1 year) / $40 (2 years)
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Safety messages

However you discover NSW national parks and reserves, we want you to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Our park and reserve systems contrast greatly so you need to be aware of the risks and take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

All Blue Mountains National Park visitors planning a long hike, off-track or overnight adventure, or visiting a remote part of the park, are recommended to fill in the trip intention form and carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). Find out more about hiring a PLB and completing a trip intention form on the dedicated iPads available at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Katoomba Police Station, Springwood Police Station.

You can pick one up:

between 9am - 4pm at the NPWS Office in Blackheath or
after hours from the Police Stations at Katoomba and Springwood.

Keep well back from cliff edges and waterfalls at all times, especially when taking photos. Please stay on tracks and be aware of your surroundings and footing.

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.

Cycling safety

Hundreds of cyclists head to our national parks for fun and adventure. If you're riding your bike through a national park, read these mountain biking and cycling safety tips.

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 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.

Contact

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 annual pass
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office
  02 4787 8877
  Contact hours: 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
- Email: bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
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- Glenbrook office
  02 4632 4500 Infoline
  Contact hours: Entry station is only open on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
- 68 Bruce Road, Glenbrook NSW 2773
- Email: npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au
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- Oberon office
  02 6336 6200
  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
270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 4787 8877

Nearby towns

Katoomba (3 km)

Katoomba is at the heart of most of the stunning natural attractions that make up the Blue Mountains National Park. You can admire deep valleys, sandstone plateaus, waterfalls and native animals from the many walking trails and lookouts near Katoomba.

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Lithgow (18 km)

Hassans Walls Lookout, near Lithgow, is the highest in the Blue Mountains. Admire Mt Wilson, Mt York, Mt Tarana and Mt Blaxland as well as the pretty Hartley Valley below. To the south are the Kanimbla and Megalong valley and Mt Bindo. While there, go for a walk or ride around the lookout.