About Three Sisters
The Three Sisters is an iconic sandstone rock formation in Blue Mountains National Park near Katoomba, New South Wales, about 100 km west of Sydney. The three pillars rise above the Jamison Valley and are best viewed from Echo Point lookout. Formed by erosion over millions of years, the formation is a major natural landmark and cultural symbol, renowned for panoramic valley views, dramatic cliffs and its significance in Gundungurra Aboriginal legend.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a dramatic natural lookout over the Jamison Valley with three prominent sandstone pillars viewed from the paved Echo Point lookout and nearby platforms. The setting is a cliff-top escarpment within eucalypt forest with expansive views of the valley, Mount Solitary and surrounding cliffs. Visitors can explore sealed lookout areas, interpretive signage, walking tracks including the Giant Stairway, and photography points. The area is developed for sightseeing with visitor centre, pathways and railings.
Key highlights
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Iconic trio of sandstone pillars above the Jamison Valley
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Panoramic views from Echo Point lookout
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Part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area
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Giant Stairway walking track connecting Echo Point to the valley floor
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Aboriginal Gundungurra Dreaming legend associated with the formation