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Pictured: from left: Jamison Valley, Katoomba;
below: Prince Henry Cliff Walk.

discovery trails to help you explore.

BLUE MOUNTAINS HERITAGE CENTRE

It is big, blue and beautiful, so plan your
trip at Greater Blue Mountains Drive on the
web, www.greaterbluemountainsdrive.
com.au.
Visit the Blue Mountains Heritage
Centre for all your information needs,
books, maps, Australian made and local
souvenirs. It is just a short way from the
famous Govetts Leap Waterfall so don’t
miss it!
For more information on National Parks
including camping, accommodation,
passes and walks visit us online at www.
nationalparks.nsw.gov.au.

www.touring-australia.net

Govetts Leap is one of the best lookouts
in the Blue Mountains with spectacular
views across the Grose Valley.
Blue Mountains Heritage Centre,
managed by National Parks and Wildlife
Service, is located close to the lookout.
Drop into the Centre for expert advice
on walks, plants and animals as well as
Aboriginal culture and the history of this
unique World Heritage Listed Area.
The Fairfax Heritage accessible walking
track starts from the Centre and leads
to the picnic area and scenic views of
nearby Govetts Leap.
The adventurous will also find detailed
guides and maps for long walks to remote
areas such as Blue Gum Forest.
9am–4.30pm daily (closed Christmas Day)

t. 02 4787 8877
Govetts Leap Rd, Blackheath
www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

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