Three Sisters Walk
The short, mostly flat walk from Echo Point to the foot of the Three Sisters - the one view every first-time visitor comes for.
- Distance0.8km return
- Time25 - 45min
- DifficultyGrade 1 of 5
- Nearest townKatoomba
About this walk
Start at the Echo Point lookout platform, then follow the sealed path east past Oreades lookout to Lady Game lookout. From there a short, steep set of steps drops to Honeymoon Bridge, which crosses onto the first Sister.
It is the busiest spot in the Mountains. Come before 9am or in the last hour of light and you get the sandstone glowing orange without the coach crowds.
Route map
Mapped length 0.5 km. Route line from OpenStreetMap; distance and grade in the summary are the official NPWS figures where available.
Take this map offline
Phone reception drops out across most of the Mountains. Save the route before you leave town.
GPX opens in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Organic Maps, Garmin and most navigation apps and shows your live position on the route with no signal. How to use offline maps.How to get there
From the Great Western Highway at Katoomba, follow Katoomba Street then Lurline Street and Echo Point Road south to the end (about 3 km). Echo Point is signposted the whole way.
Parking: Metered council parking on Echo Point Road and surrounding streets. It fills by mid-morning on weekends.
By train: Train to Katoomba station, then bus 686 to Echo Point, or a 30-minute walk downhill through town.
Good to know
- The first section to Oreades lookout is sealed and suits prams and wheelchairs.
- The steps to Honeymoon Bridge are steep and can close after rain or rockfall - check alerts.
- Toilets, cafe and the visitor information centre are at Echo Point.
Common questions
How long is Three Sisters Walk?
Three Sisters Walk is 0.8km return and takes about 25 - 45min.
How hard is Three Sisters Walk?
It is rated Grade 1 on the Australian Walking Track Grading System: no bushwalking experience needed, flat and even, suitable for wheelchairs with assistance.
Where does Three Sisters Walk start?
From the Great Western Highway at Katoomba, follow Katoomba Street then Lurline Street and Echo Point Road south to the end (about 3 km). Echo Point is signposted the whole way. GPS: -33.73199, 150.31210.
Where do I park for Three Sisters Walk?
Metered council parking on Echo Point Road and surrounding streets. It fills by mid-morning on weekends.
Can I take my dog to Three Sisters Walk?
No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.
Is there phone reception at Three Sisters Walk?
Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Katoomba.
Sources: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (distance, time, grade, coordinates); OpenStreetMap contributors (route line). Last checked Thursday 12 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
Photo: BriMiDra, CC BY-SA 4.0.
