Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Leura Cascades Picnic Area is a family-friendly picnic spot on Cliff Drive between Leura and Katoomba. Its standout feature is its waterfall views, with picnic tables beside the tinkling cascades. The area also has flush toilets, drinking water and children's swings, and walks such as the Prince Henry Cliff Walk are nearby.
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About Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Picnics by the Waterfalls at Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Leura Cascades Picnic Area sits beside a set of tinkling cascades, and its picnic tables let visitors eat a meal outdoors with views of the waterfalls. The area is known for birdwatching, which gives families a quiet natural setting to spend a few hours. Children's swings make the spot suit a family day out, and a display map helps visitors find their bearings before exploring further.
Walks Near Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Leura Cascades Picnic Area sits near the Fern Bower circuit, a circuit walk in the Leura area, and close to the Prince Henry Cliff Walk, which visitors can add to a day trip. The Gordon Falls lookout is another nearby stop for anyone who wants to extend the outing. Walkers can use the picnic tables as a base before or after a walk, and the flush toilets and drinking water make the area a practical place to start or finish.
Facilities at Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Visitor tips for Leura Cascades Picnic Area
- ✓There are no shops nearby, so bring lunch and drinks with you.
- ✓Check current alerts for fire bans and closed areas before you travel.
- ✓Mobile reception is limited in the park and you need it to call Triple Zero (000), so plan ahead.
Getting to Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Cliff Drive between Leura and Katoomba, Leura NSW 2780. From the Great Western Highway towards Katoomba, take the Leura exit, follow Leura Mall through town and turn right onto Cliff Drive. The road is sealed and suits 2WD vehicles in all weather. There is no parking at the picnic area itself; park near the Solitary Restaurant on Cliff Drive, on Merriwa Street or at Carrington Park.
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- 📍Fern Bower circuit
- 📍Prince Henry Cliff Walk
- 📍Gordon Falls lookout
- 📍Echo Point Visitor Centre, Katoomba
Frequently asked questions about Leura Cascades Picnic Area
Are there toilets at Leura Cascades Picnic Area?
Yes, the picnic area has flush toilets, and drinking water is available on site.
Is there parking at Leura Cascades Picnic Area?
Not at the picnic area itself, so drivers use nearby spaces on Cliff Drive or Merriwa Street, or at Carrington Park.
Is Leura Cascades Picnic Area good for kids?
Yes, it has children's swings, and the tables and toilets make a family outing easy.
Are there walking tracks near Leura Cascades Picnic Area?
Yes. The Fern Bower circuit and the Prince Henry Cliff Walk are both close to the picnic area, and Gordon Falls lookout is also within reach.
What are the opening hours of Leura Cascades Picnic Area?
It has no set opening hours, though fire bans and closures can affect access.