About Mount Gibraltar Reserve
Mount Gibraltar Reserve is a 100-hectare bushland reserve on the volcanic peak of Mount Gibraltar between Bowral and Mittagong in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. Rising to 863 metres, it preserves rare trachyte geology, former quarry sites and eucalypt forest. The reserve is notable for its network of walking trails and three major lookouts offering panoramic views over Bowral, Mittagong and the surrounding highlands, and is managed by Wingecarribee Shire Council.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a forested volcanic hill with a network of marked walking trails linking three main lookouts – Bowral Lookout, Mittagong Lookout and Jellore Lookout – offering wide views over Bowral, Mittagong and the Southern Highlands. The setting is natural bushland with trachyte rock outcrops, former quarry faces, eucalypt woodland and native birdlife. Areas to explore include short loop walks, lookout platforms, picnic spots and interpretive signage about geology and quarrying history.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views from Bowral, Mittagong and Jellore Lookouts over the Southern Highlands
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Rare volcanic trachyte geology and historic quarry faces
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Network of bushwalking tracks through eucalypt forest and woodland
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863-metre summit landmark between Bowral and Mittagong
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