Point Pilcher Lookout

Waypoint 1

Lookout

Photo

Description

The original track to Point Pilcher was built by Mark Foys gardener. It is about 5.2km from the GWH. The last 3.5km is a dirt road. The reward, however, is a superb view down to Govetts Gorge and across dense bushland, known as the Grose Wilderness, which has remained totally untouched. This is one of the most isolated areas in the Blue Mountains.

Named after Charles Edward Pilcher 1844-1916, a barrister and politician. The road to the lookout was constructed in 1964.

Additional Information

The story goes "Mark Foy probably named the area after Norman George Stafford Pilcher, Charles Edward Pilcher 1844-1916, a barrister and politician. Pilcher was the MLA for West Macquarie 1875-1882. First photo by Cath Rendell: You can follow Cath on: www.facebook.com/naturescreationphotography and www.instagram.com/naturescreationphotography