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Viewpoint · Blackheath, New South Wales
Govetts Leap Lookout
Lookout about 2.4 km from Blackheath overlooking the Grose Valley, with a view of Bridal Veil waterfall, which drops about 180 meters down the sandstone cliff.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Govetts Leap Lookout
Govetts Leap is one of the Blue Mountains’ best-known lookouts, about 2.4 km east of Blackheath. From there you can see the wide, deep Grose Valley, with sandstone cliffs and a forested floor.
In front of the lookout, Bridal Veil waterfall drops about 180 meters in a single fall down Taylor Wall. The place’s name recalls William Romaine Govett, a government surveyor who recorded the waterfall around 1831.
Near the lookout is the national park information center, with displays about the region’s nature and history and guidance on the trails. Paths run from there along the valley rim to other lookouts and a steep descent to the base of the waterfall.
The lookout is accessible by car and has parking.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
30 minutes to 1 hour at the lookout; more time if you take the rim trails.
Best time
In the morning, with light on the cliffs across the valley. After rain, the waterfall usually has more water.
How to get there
By car, about 2.4 km from Blackheath station via Govetts Leap Road. On foot, along the same road in about half an hour.
Tip
Stop by the park information centre to check which trails are open and the day’s conditions before heading down into the valley.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Govetts Leap Lookout
How tall is Govetts Leap Falls?
Bridal Veil Falls drops about 180 metres in a single plunge down the cliff opposite the lookout.
Where is Govetts Leap?
About 2.4 km east of central Blackheath, at the end of Govetts Leap Road.
Where does the name Govetts Leap come from?
From William Romaine Govett, a government surveyor who recorded the waterfall around 1831.