Discover Blue Mountains
25 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Blue Mountains National Park
A vast national park offering breathtaking mountain landscapes, ideal for landscape and nature photography.
Cahills/Boars Head Lookout
Located in Katoomba, this lookout provides spectacular views of the Blue Mountains. It requires good cloud cover for optimal photography but offers breathtaking vistas.
Lincolns Rock
A popular spot in Wentworth Falls, known for its dramatic rock formations and sunset views. It's ideal for landscape photography and offers a unique vantage point.
Lockleys Pylon
A challenging but rewarding hike leads to this lookout, offering panoramic views of the Blue Mountains. It's ideal for landscape and sunset photography.
Echo Point
A lookout point offering panoramic views of the Jamison Valley and the Three Sisters. It's an ideal spot for capturing stunning vistas and sunsets.
Martins Lookout
Located at the end of Farm Road in Springwood, this lookout is a favorite for sunset photography. It offers stunning views of the changing colors as the sun sets over the hills.
Wentworth Falls
A picturesque waterfall in the Blue Mountains, offering various viewpoints and photography opportunities, including the National Pass trail.
Evans Lookout
A scenic lookout offering stunning views of the Grose Valley, particularly during sunrise. It's a great spot for capturing panoramic vistas and the rugged landscape of the Blue Mountains.
Govetts Leap
A lookout with breathtaking views of the Grose Valley. It's a fantastic spot for capturing sunrises and the rugged landscape of the Blue Mountains.
Sylvia Falls
Another captivating waterfall in the Valley of the Waters, offering opportunities for capturing the beauty of the falls and surrounding landscape.
Sublime Point Lookout
A scenic lookout offering expansive views of the Jamison Valley and the surrounding mountains. It's an excellent spot for capturing stunning vistas and sunrises.
Empress Falls
Located in the Valley of the Waters, this waterfall is a gem for landscape photography. Accessible via hiking trails, it offers a serene and natural setting.
Lincoln's Rock
A popular lookout with a unique rock formation, offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. It's a great spot for both sunrise and sunset photography.
Katoomba
A town in the Blue Mountains known for its scenic vistas and historic sites, offering opportunities for landscape and architecture photography.
Terrace Falls
A picturesque waterfall located in the Valley of the Waters, offering a serene and natural setting for photography. Accessible via hiking trails, it's a great spot for capturing the beauty of the falls.
Blue Gum Swamp
This area is known for its unique and peaceful environment, making it ideal for nature and wildlife photography. It offers a serene atmosphere amidst the Blue Mountains.
Mt Portal
A lookout offering stunning views over the Nepean River and Glenbrook Gorge. It's a great spot for landscape photography and adventure activities like abseiling.
Bulcamatta Falls
A picturesque waterfall located in the Hawkesbury region, providing a serene and natural setting for photography. It is a short hike from the main road.
Princes Rock Lookout
Provides stunning views of Wentworth Falls and the Valley of the Waters. It's an excellent spot for capturing waterfalls and scenic vistas.
McMahons Point Lookout
Located on a long dirt road, this lookout offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. It's a great spot for those seeking a more secluded and serene photography experience.
Queen's Cascades
A series of small waterfalls located near Wentworth Falls, offering serene surroundings and opportunities for capturing the beauty of the cascades.
Anvil Lookout
A lesser-known lookout offering peaceful and panoramic views of the Blue Mountains. It's a great spot for those seeking solitude and serene landscapes.
Burramoko Fire Trail
A scenic trail that offers opportunities for landscape and nature photography. It's a lesser-known spot, making it ideal for those seeking solitude.
Springwood
A charming town in the Blue Mountains with historic buildings and natural surroundings, suitable for architecture and landscape photography.
Glenmore Park
A suburban area with parks and gardens, suitable for capturing family moments and community life.