Govetts Leap descent
Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Govetts Leap descent.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1.8km return
Time
1 - 2hrs
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
Experienced bushwalkers
Gradient
Very steep
Steps
Many steps
Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Govetts Leap descent starts at Govetts Leap lookout in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park. To get there:
- Turn off Great Western Highway at Blackheath traffic lights on to Govetts Leap Road.
- Drive for 2.5km. After passing through the park entrance, follow the signs to Govetts Leap lookout.
Parking
There's a car park at Govetts Leap lookout, but it can be a busy place on weekends and parking might be limited. You can also park at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, only 500m from Govetts Leap lookout.
Facilities
Toilets
Toilets are located at Govetts Leap lookout and Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
Picnic tables
Picnic tables are located at Govetts Leap lookout.
Maps and downloads
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.
Operated by
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Blackheath office
- 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4787 8877
- bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
Park info
- in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Blackheath area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor centre
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Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
270 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785 - 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4787 8877