The Rock Lookout

The Rock Lookout area of Blue Mountains National Park is situated within the historic Mulgoa Valley, only minutes from the bustling city of Penrith.

A short track of a few hundred metres leads to 'The Rock' with superb views of the Nepean River.

A longer track of 2.5 kilometres leads from the carpark through swampy heath and Eucalyptus forest to Riley's Mountain where more views of the Nepean Gorge and surrounds can be enjoyed by the keen walker or photographer.

This part of the Nepean Gorge was once part of the Fairlight Estate. Annexed by a former owner of Fairlight, 'The Rock' and the adjoining Nepean River Gorge, were reserved as a gift to the people of Mulgoa in the early 1900's.