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Norfolk Falls lookout

Coolah Tops National Park

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Overview

Norfolk Falls lookout is located at the end of Norfolk Falls walk, in Coolah Tops National Park. It’s a great spot to view the cascading waterfall along Norfolk Island Creek, plunging 35m into a pool.

Starting from the carpark at Norfolk Falls picnic area, it’s a short but steep 20min stroll along Norfolk Falls walk to reach the top of the waterfall. The walk is around 1km return.

Some areas at the top of the falls are unfenced, so please take extreme care. Stay well back from cliff edges at all times and make sure you supervise children.

The best spot to soak up views and take photos is to head from the top of the falls to the nearby lookout platform, where it’s safe for the whole family to enjoy the natural beauty.

Nearby

  • Norfolk Island Creek cascades down a rocky cliff in a bushland setting at Norfolk Falls. Photo: Michael Sharp © DPIE

    Norfolk Falls walk

    Norfolk Falls walk starts from Norfolk Falls picnic area, near Coolah. This short, steep walk ends at a lookout with stunning views of the largest waterfall in Coolah Tops National Park.

  • At Norfolk Falls, water cascades over a steep rocky cliff set in bushland.  Photo: Nick Cubbin/DPIE

    Norfolk Falls picnic area

    Norfolk Falls picnic area is in Coolah Tops National Park near The Barracks and Coxs Creek campgrounds. It’s a lovely rest stop when exploring the park’s beautiful waterfalls, walks and lookouts.

  • Coxs Creek campground, Coolah Tops National Park. Photo: Nick Cubbins/NSW Government

    Coxs Creek campground

    Spend a peaceful night surrounded by tall eucalypts at Coxs Creek campground in Coolah Tops National Park. Located 2 hours north of Mudgee, you’ll find excellent birdwatching opportunities, walking tracks and mountain bike trails to explore.

  • The Barracks campground, Coolah Tops National Park. Photo: Nick Cubbin/NSW Government

    The Barracks campground

    The Barracks campground is a secluded camping area, great for small groups looking for a tranquil place to come back to after a day of walking or mountain biking.

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.

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  • in Coolah Tops National Park in the Country NSW region
  • Coolah Tops National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations. The eastern end of the park is regularly closed during wet weather due to slippery road conditions.

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