Yellow Rock Lookout: A Blue Mountains Vista
Discover panoramic views of the Nepean River and Cumberland Plain from this peaceful Blue Mountains lookout in Yellomundee Regional Park.
Yellow Rock Lookout, nestled in the Yellomundee Regional Park, offers stunning panoramic views of the Nepean River, the western Sydney area, and the Cumberland Plain. It's a peaceful spot for a picnic, a short bushwalk, or simply soaking in the scenery.
A brief summary to Yellow Rock lookout
- 8M92+HC, Yellow Rock, New South Wales, 2777, AU
- +61245882400
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring a picnic to enjoy at the sheltered picnic area while taking in the views.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the short bush track.
- Take care and supervise children, as there are some steep drop-offs in the area.
Getting There
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Driving
From the Great Western Highway, take the exit for Hawkesbury Road. Turn right onto Singles Ridge Road, then left onto Yellow Rock Road. Follow Yellow Rock Road to its end, where you'll find the lookout and parking area. Parking is free.
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Public Transport
Take a train from Sydney to Springwood Station. From Springwood Station, catch the 692Y bus towards Yellow Rock. The bus ride is approximately 20 minutes. Get off at a stop on Yellow Rock Road and follow the road for about 1.5 kilometers (approximately a 20-30 minute walk) to reach the lookout. Be sure to check the bus schedule in advance. Opal cards are accepted.
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