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Govetts Leap, Blackheath

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For spectacular views of Bridal Veil Falls and the Blue Mountains, check out the lookout at Govetts Leap. You can choose from trails of varying difficulty to reach the point, so find one that suits your level of fitness, available time, and desire for a challenge. Watch the cliffs change color before your eyes from bright orange, to red ochre, to purple, to gold. Take in the beauty of the valleys, immense cliff faces, and great canyon. The path starting at Evans Lookout takes you into the valley. Work out when and for how long to visit Govetts Leap and other Blackheath attractions using our handy Blackheath trip planner .
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  • By Springhil
    Venture along the 400 steps and you will be rewarded with lookouts streams ( refresh those weary feet) and the Bridal Veil Falls. The ne of the most lovely views of the Blue Mountains.  more »
  • By Peter S
    The lookout has great views of the Grose Valley. Lots of good walking trails but you do need proper footwear and to be properly prepared as the tracks have brought many people undone. Phone signal is ...  more »
  • By Ian_List
    If your traveling through the Blue Mountains, make a stop at Blackheath and pop down the road to Govetts Leap, the view is stunning. If your fit, you can walk down the track/ stairs/ steps to the bott...  more »
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