Belmore Falls
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Waterfall lookouts on the Robertson / Kangaroo Valley approach side of Morton — a classic add-on to Fitzroy Falls or a quieter highlands lookout stop when you want gorge drama without the busiest Fitzroy midday pulse.
- Best for: Waterfall photography, lookout stops, Fitzroy + Belmore combo days, visitors based near Robertson or Kangaroo Valley
- Time: 1–2 hours for lookouts; half day if paired with Fitzroy Falls
- Approached via Robertson / Kangaroo Valley / Southern Highlands local roads. Often combined with Fitzroy Falls in one day. Allow extra time for winding escarpment roads and weather — [VERIFY] live conditions and closures.
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Belmore Falls
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Why Belmore works as a second waterfall node
Belmore Falls is the highlands pair many locals already know: another sandstone gorge and waterfall story on approaches via Robertson or Kangaroo Valley. It is rarely the only Morton product of a first interstate trip — but it is an excellent second stop once Fitzroy’s main lookouts are done and energy remains.
Success is formed lookouts in decent light, not a race to invent a private scramble. If weather closes platforms or tracks, skip rather than improvise. The falls will still be there on a clearer morning.
Always use NPWS for live track status. This guide is unofficial planning language only.
Lookouts and walking honesty
Expect short lookout walks rather than a multi-hour wilderness day. Surfaces, railing status and temporary closures change after storms. Treat published times as orientation only — [VERIFY] on the day.
Children need close supervision at every edge. Cameras and phones go behind barriers, not through them. Wind on the escarpment can make “just one step closer” a bad idea.
If you only have time for one waterfall precinct and you are new to Morton, Fitzroy Falls usually wins for visitor centre support and classic first-visit logistics. Choose Belmore as primary only when you already know the access and want a quieter product.
Pairing with Fitzroy without melting the day
The classic highlands combo is Fitzroy morning + Belmore afternoon (or reverse if parking/alerts force it). Build drive time, pay-station time and a food stop into the clock — map apps understate winding highlands links.
Do not also stack Bundanoon rainforest and Pigeon House the same calendar day from a late start. Two waterfall nodes done well beat four half-finished nodes.
Screenshot alerts for both precincts. One open, one closed is still a successful highlands day if you protect the open product.
Weather, seasons and road realism
Southern Highlands weather swings: mist, rain and cold wind sit next to bright sun on the same day. Pack layers and waterproof shells even in summer. Winter can be icy on shaded roads and timber — [VERIFY] conditions before committing to cliff-edge walks.
After heavy rain, tracks and lookouts may close for safety. That is NPWS doing its job, not a personal inconvenience to argue with on social media.
Fog on escarpment roads is a real planning input. Leave margin; do not chase sunset lookouts on unfamiliar wet roads after a long day.
Access, fees and bases
Stay in Robertson, Kangaroo Valley, Moss Vale or Bundanoon for Belmore-friendly starts. Confirm which park entry fees apply for the precincts you drive through — figures commonly cited for Fitzroy and Bundanoon should still be [VERIFY]’d live.
No camping as a Belmore lookout product. For park camping, Gambells Rest near Bundanoon is the NPWS-bookable option to research — book only through official NPWS channels; never treat camping as an affiliate product on this site.
No pets. Stay on signposted tracks. Respect Yuin Country and other visitors at shared lookouts.
Highlights at a glance
- Belmore Falls gorge and waterfall views from formed lookouts
- Quieter feel than peak Fitzroy on some weekdays
- Natural pair with Fitzroy Falls for a highlands falls day
- Robertson and Kangaroo Valley food/recovery options nearby
- Cool-season walking and autumn light on the escarpment
Practical tips
- Check Park Alerts for Belmore and Fitzroy the same morning if stacking both.
- Allow extra drive time on winding escarpment roads in rain or fog.
- Pack a shell and warm layer even if Moss Vale looked sunny when you left.
- Grip shoes for wet timber and rock at lookouts.
- Photograph from formed platforms only — no barrier climbs.
- Keep a hard reverse clock if you still want café recovery in Robertson or Kangaroo Valley.
Facilities & services
- Lookout car parking when open ([VERIFY] capacity and surface after rain)
- Formed lookout platforms and short walking tracks (status changes — use NPWS)
- Limited or no visitor-centre style facilities compared with Fitzroy — plan toilets and food around gateway towns
- Town services in Robertson, Kangaroo Valley, Moss Vale
- No pets; no freestyle camping at lookouts
Confirm toilets, parking, entry fees and open facilities on the day via official sources and on-site signage.
Walks & lookouts nearby
Grades, times and open/closed status change — open each guide and verify on NSW National Parks before you go.
Belmore Falls
easyFormed lookouts and short walks at Belmore Falls — gorge and waterfall views on the Robertson / Kangaroo Valley approach side of Morton. Stay on signposted platforms; do not invent base-of-falls access.
- Grade
- Easy to moderate lookout walks — [VERIFY] live NPWS grades
- Time
- 45 minutes–2 hours typical for lookouts — [VERIFY]
- Distance
- Short lookout-focused walks — commonly under a few kilometres total depending on which signed paths are open; [VERIFY]
View guide →
Fitzroy lookouts
easyThe default Morton first product: visitor centre orientation, formed waterfall and gorge lookouts, and short rim-style links when open. Cliff edges are real — stay on signposted platforms and tracks.
- Grade
- Easy to moderate short lookout walks — [VERIFY] live NPWS grades for each named track
- Time
- 45 minutes–2 hours for main lookouts; longer if linking extra rim stubs — [VERIFY]
- Distance
- Short lookout circuits and rim stubs — commonly minutes to ~1–2 km depending on which platforms you link; [VERIFY] live distances on NPWS / on-site signs
View guide →
Itineraries that use this area
Full day with driving between precincts
Highlands falls combo: Fitzroy + Belmore
Morning Fitzroy Falls lookouts (and optional short rim), drive to Belmore Falls lookouts, town recovery — only when weather, alerts and energy support two cliff-edge stops.
3–5 hours on the ground
Half-day Fitzroy Falls: lookouts & short rim
Visitor centre orientation, main waterfall lookouts, optional short West Rim style add-on — without pretending you also need Belmore, Bundanoon rainforest and Pigeon House before lunch.
Map
Orientation only — confirm trailheads and road status before you drive.
Interactive map — pin may be approximate. Confirm trailheads and road status before you drive.
FAQ — Belmore Falls
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Is Belmore Falls worth it if I already did Fitzroy?
Yes for many visitors who want a second gorge/waterfall viewpoint and still have daylight and energy. Skip it if weather, fatigue or alerts make a second cliff-edge stop unwise — one excellent waterfall precinct is still a complete highlands day.
How far is Belmore from Fitzroy Falls?
They are commonly combined in one Southern Highlands day, but exact drive time depends on route and conditions. Treat map estimates as optimistic in rain, fog or holiday traffic — [VERIFY] your route and leave margin.
Are the walks long?
Most visitors plan short lookout-focused walks rather than a full-day trek. Confirm current track names, distances and grades on NPWS before travel — temporary closures and realignments change what is open.
Can I swim at the base of the falls?
Do not invent base-of-falls access or swimming products from blogs. Stay on signposted tracks and follow NPWS rules and safety advice. Cliff and gorge country is not a casual swimming hole network.
Stays, tours & gear near Belmore Falls
Optional next steps after you plan this area — park entry fees and official NPWS camping bookings are never affiliated.
Nearby stays
Bundanoon (primary) · Moss Vale · Kangaroo Valley · Ulladulla
- Hotels & stays in BundanoonClosest northern base for Gambells Rest and Bundanoon rainforest tracks
- Moss ValeSouthern Highlands services hub toward Fitzroy Falls
- Kangaroo ValleyValley base between Fitzroy / Belmore and the coast road
- Bowral / Mittagong areaBroader Highlands stays with cafés and services
- UlladullaSouth Coast base for Pigeon House (Didthul) days
- NowraShoalhaven hub for southern / eastern approaches
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Guided tours
Optional — useful for Southern Highlands logistics and first visits
A tour does not replace checking NSW National Parks alerts, weather, or cliff safety yourself.
What to bring
Practical kit for cliff walks and changeable mountain weather
- Grip walking shoes / trail runnersLookout paths can be damp; Pigeon House has steep / ladder sections — fashion shoes fail
- Layers for plateau weatherSouthern Highlands plateaus run cold and misty; summer still needs a warm layer for rim lookouts
- Rain shell (packable)Waterfalls look best after rain — and tracks get slippery the same day
- Day pack 15–25 LWater, snacks, layers for half-day falls circuits or full summit days
- Water bottle or bladder 1.5–2 L+Pigeon House and remote gorge days need more water than a short Fitzroy lookout loop
- Sun hat + SPFPlateau sections and summit approaches can be exposed even when valleys look shaded
- Insect repellentRainforest gullies and summer evenings — especially Bundanoon tracks
- First-aid + blister kitSteep summit approaches and longer gorge walks punish new boots
- Head torch (remote days)If you misjudge a longer walk, finishing in dusk on escarpment tracks is a real risk
- Power bank + offline mapsScreenshot NPWS alerts; mobile coverage is patchy or absent in many park sections
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