Gladstone Lookout, a short hike in Leura, Blue Mountains
Total distance: 1.3km one way | Total time: 25mins one way |
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Today’s hike is a very short and easy, yet enjoyable walk to the Gladstone Lookout in Leura.
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This is a great mini hike for anyone staying at the Fairmont Resort in Leura or anyone who has an extra hour to enjoy a quiet and beautiful view of the Jameson Valley in the Blue Mountains.
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Starting from the Fairmont Resort (you can also park there for free), this hike passes right by the pony stables of the hotel and the gold course. There you’ll notice a NSW National Parks sign that leads into a lush forest.
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The walk is short, easy and great to do with kids or elderly.
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After about 20 minutes there is a fork. The path to the right least to the Gladstone Lookout and the path going straight follows to the Moya Lookout. Both are within 2 minutes of each other and are great to visit.
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The main track also continues as the Valley of the Waters Track which is a longer walk that explores several waterfalls and goes down into the valley. (Check if it’s open before going!)
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Some of the views from the lookout:
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