McMahons Point Lookout in the Blue Mountains

McMahons Point Lookout is a scenic vantage point south of Wentworth Falls, offering panoramic views of Lake Burragorang and its rugged surroundings.

This remote spot is reached via Kings Tableland Road, a 20 km unsealed track that also serves as a popular cycling route.

Once at McMahons Point, follow a short bushwalking trail to the lookout and take in some of the finest views in this secluded part of the Blue Mountains.

McMahons Point marks the southernmost tip of the Kings Tableland plateau, sitting about 20 km from the old Queen Victoria Hospital in Wentworth Falls and 24 km from the Great Western Highway.

To reach it, turn off the highway onto Tableland Road, then follow Kings Tableland Road from the old hospital all the way to McMahons Point.

Kings Tableland Road is unsealed but generally well-maintained. A 4WD is recommended, especially after rainfall, though it’s not strictly necessary.

Map

Here is a map of the drive from the Great Western Highway to McMahons Point to give you an idea of how remote it is:

A small car park awaits at the end of Kings Tableland Road. If it’s full when you arrive, you can park a little further up the road.

McMahons Point features two lookouts, each accessible via a separate walking track. The main lookout, known as McMahons Point Lookout, is reached via an 800-metre walk.

The second, unnamed lookout is accessible via a much shorter trail. It’s worth visiting both, but we recommend starting with the main lookout, as it offers slightly better views.

The map below shows the parking area and the two walking trails:

1. McMahons Point walking track (800 metres one way)
2. Unnamed walking track (300 metres one way)

1. McMahons Point Walking Track

The McMahons Point Walking Track is a pleasant bush trail that starts at the car park and leads directly to the main lookout.

It’s a relatively easy walk, though there is a mild descent and ascent, and the track can be slightly overgrown in places.

McMahons Point Lookout is fenced and offers sweeping views of Lake Burragorang and the surrounding mountains.

Just behind the lookout, there’s a slightly elevated area worth climbing for an even better view of the district.

From the lookout, it can be difficult to identify any well-known landmarks of the Blue Mountains.

For reference, the Katoomba area is to your right, while the Kanangra area is to your left. Between Katoomba and Kanangra, behind the lake, is a large area of Blue Mountains wilderness.

2. Walking Track to Second Lookout

At just 300 metres, the second walking track is much shorter and easier than the main track, making it well worth doing while you’re there.

This track also starts from the car park and is easy to access and follow, with no climbing required.

The views from the fenced lookout are similar to those at the main lookout, but the angle offers a slightly different perspective.

About Lake Burragorang

Lake Burragorang was formed in the 1950s when the Warragamba River was dammed to create Sydney’s primary water catchment. The heritage-listed Warragamba Dam is one of the largest domestic water supply dams in the world, making it a key part of Sydney’s water infrastructure.

For more on the history of the dam and the vast lake it created, check out our Warragamba Dam article. Warragamba Dam also makes for a great day trip from Sydney.

Along with McMahons Point, another official lookout offers stunning views of Lake Burragorang. To learn more and see photos of this beautiful vantage point, visit our Burragorang Lookout article.