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Hotels near Cahill's Lookout: (0.01 mi) Sieberi Escape * Katoomba (0.16 mi) Harmonica - unique modern chic apartment (0.66 mi) In My View (0.45 mi) Chatelaine Valley Views, Blue Mountains Luxury Accommodation - MW property (1.51 mi) Windradyne Boutique View all hotels near Cahill's Lookout on Tripadvisor

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DadandCab

Coffs Harbour, Australia1,179 contributions

Off the grid viewpoint

Feb 2022

This lookout is simply stunning and far enough off the tourist trail that it’s quiet and can be appreciated without people shouting to and taking endless photos of each other.
There are several different lookout points, two right on the edge of such a sheer cliff, it feels like you’re suspended over thin air.
It’s along the clifftop drive from Katoomba Falls and well worth the extra effort to get there.

Written February 11, 2022

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Graeme D

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Cahill's Lookout

Nov 2022 • Solo

This is a great and little known lookout. Distant views into the Megalong Valley and the ranges beyond. Does anyone know the source of the name? All I can think of is Joe Cahill, the NSW premier for much of the 1950's. I have a vague recollection that Queen Elizabeth visited there during her 1954 tour.

Written September 18, 2023

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rusty240

Albion Park, Australia81 contributions

Late morning visit

Feb 2022

Can see why go at sunset or sunrise. Was nice to go and see outlook of views alone with partner. Easy walk down and back.
Slow drive up and down as narrow and residential area. Respect area and locals

Written February 27, 2022

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mrdom

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Car park above the Megalong

Oct 2023 • Solo

This is out in the horrid end of Katoomba, all roads and cars and psycho drivers with no footpaths. So the lookout is mostly a car park full of bus tours. You get a different view with the Megalong Valley farms but it can be an unpleasant place.

Written October 11, 2023

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Cherry_Wonderdog

New England3,142 contributions

Pretty and quiet

Nov 2017 • Friends

Very quiet and pretty lookout point on the outskirts of Katoomba. It was a wonderful place for us to visit after hiking around The Three Sisters. It required a 5 minute taxi ride from Scenic World but it was worth the excursion. It was sparsely attended, so there was plenty of opportunity to wander and photograph in all directions.

Given it westerly direction, however, much of the view from Cahill’s Lookout is mired by haze during the late afternoon hours. To get the most out of this picturesque site from a photographic perspective, you’re better off going early in the day.

Written November 19, 2017

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TripmanMelbourne

Melbourne, Australia248 contributions

Wonderful lookout in Katoomba not as busy as Echo Point.

Nov 2018 • Couples

Just a short drive along Cliff road from Echo Point this lookout incorporates Boar Heads lookout looking towards narrow neck and a rock formation that supposed to look like a Boars Head to the left of the scene. Cahill' lookout has 3 viewing platforms with amazing valley and cliff views, A must see and easy to get to by car or bike. Could walk from Scenic World to.

Written November 27, 2018

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lindadownunder

Perth, Australia2,875 contributions

Worth a stop

May 2018 • Couples

Cahill's Lookout is well worth a stop when driving along Cliff Drive.
Stop, park the car and take a short walk the admire the wonderful scenery over the valley.
Enjoy the bush and bird life.

Written May 31, 2018

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jaynic

Oyster Bay, Australia561 contributions

Stunning sunset views

Jul 2020 • Family

We visited at sunset and you get an amazing view as the setting sun colours the sandstone escarpment. There are different viewing platforms and lots of space. Parking is easy

Written July 30, 2020

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PremPandurangam

Chennai, India454 contributions

Wonderful views

Dec 2018 • Family

Westward looking lookout point with great sunset views in Katoomba. Take your time to watch the sun set among the mountains.

Written December 25, 2018

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Leah S

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Stunning at both Sunset / Sunrise

Aug 2018 • Solo

Stunning views, excellent at Sunrise and Sunset. Easy flat paths and beautiful places to sit. Lots of places tpo park and easy wheel chair access to top part o the lookout. It got very windy when l was there.

Written October 27, 2018

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