One of the more spectacular waterfalls in the Blue Mountains, Katoomba Falls is also relatively easy to see from many different vantage points. The waterfall is formed by the Kedumba River dropping over a steep cliff into the Jamison Valley. It flows all year, but is more impressive after heavy rain.
How to see to Katoomba Falls
There are many lookouts and vantage points that provide a great view of this waterfall, which is located near the Scenic Skyway. The Round Walking Track (1.5km loop) from Scenic World passes a number of vantage points that offers a view of the top of the falls.
To view the middle and bottom of the waterfall, head down the steep Furber Steps.
1. Scenic Skyway
The Skyway crosses the valley, almost directly in front of the waterfall. It provides one of the best views, although being in a moving cablecar means that you won’t be able to use a slower shutter speed.
2. Furber Steps
There are numerous perspectives of the Katoomba Falls from the Furber Steps walking track, which starts from Scenic World in Katoomba.
Vanimans Lookout is the first lookout near the top of the track; from here you can see most of the waterfall, as well as the Three Sisters.
Juliets Balcony is a bit further along the track is, and offers a slightly better view from a similar angle.
Queen Victoria Lookout (and Lynes Point which is nearby) both offer a view from almost directly in front of the waterfall.
Orphan Rock
The falls can be seen from Orphan Rock, although this once-popular lookout is now officially closed and the path is in disrepair and dangerous.
Underfalls Track
The Underfalls Track – which is a 0.5km return walk off the Furber Steps trail – takes you to the middle of Katoomba Falls. There’s a nice view from the fenced platform below the falls out to Mount Solitary.
Katoomba Falls View (bottom of falls)
Along the Federal Pass (just before it crosses the Kedumba River) is Katoomba Falls View, from where you get a glimpse of the falls. Follow a rough, informal trail up the eastern side of the Kedumba River to get unobstructed views of the lower drop.
There are some small but picturesque cascades below the main falls.
More information
- Sydney Uncovered – Katoomba Falls Round Walk
- Australian Waterfalls – Katoomba Falls
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