🌿 A ripper spot for a chill arvo picnic with beaut views and shady trees, mate!

Lilianfels Park Katoomba - Scenic Picnic Spot with Heritage Charm - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Lilianfels Park in Katoomba is a peaceful, underappreciated gem perfect for families and locals looking to relax. It offers shady trees, covered seating with tables, and clean amenities, making it ideal for picnics or a quiet brekkie stop. The park features historical sculptures commemorating convict road builders, adding a unique cultural touch. Situated near Echo Point with serene mountain views, it’s a great spot for a short walk or a peaceful arvo. Paid parking is available nearby, and while the toilet block has been closed for some months, the park’s calm atmosphere and heritage elements make it a lovely place to unwind.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	23 Echo Point Rd, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia
⭐ Rating	4.5/5 (50 reviews)
🏙️ City	Katoomba
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	parking public toilets picnic shelter seating covered seating

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

While Lilianfels Park doesn’t have traditional playground equipment, it’s a great spot for families to enjoy a relaxed picnic with plenty of shady trees and covered seating. Kids can explore the heritage-listed faux caves and sculptures depicting convict road builders, which add a bit of history and curiosity to the visit. The park’s calm and safe environment makes it a nice place for little ones to roam around under supervision while parents enjoy a cuppa or lunch in the covered picnic areas.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

Set right on the mountain tops near Echo Point, Lilianfels Park offers serene and stunning views of the surrounding Blue Mountains. The peaceful atmosphere combined with shady trees and well-placed benches makes it a top spot to soak in the natural beauty. Visitors often mention the calm vibe and the chance to enjoy a picnic while gazing out over the scenic mountain ranges, making it a perfect arvo escape from the hustle and bustle.

Chill Out Spots with Shady Trees & Covered Seating 🛋️

If you’re after a quiet place to relax, Lilianfels Park ticks the boxes with plenty of shaded areas, covered shelters, and seating with tables. It’s a lovely spot for locals to drop in for a brekkie or picnic lunch, away from the crowds. The park’s peaceful vibe and clean amenities make it easy to unwind, whether you’re catching up with mates or enjoying some solo downtime surrounded by nature and heritage sculptures.

Handy Facilities & Parking Close By 🚗

Lilianfels Park is conveniently located just a short walk from Echo Point and nearby parking areas. The parking is paid, with rates mentioned as $8 for the first hour and $9 for the next, which some find a bit steep but it’s handy for a quick stop. The amenities block is noted as very clean, though it has been closed for some months, so plan accordingly. Covered picnic shelters and seating make it easy to enjoy your visit regardless of the weather.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

A very nice park covered areas with seats some with tables. Amenities block very clean.
Serene views right on the mountain tops great spot for a picnic.
Nice little park to relax for a while or have picnic lunch…lots of benches, shady trees and covered shelters.
Worth stopping and seeing the sculptures depicting the convicts that help created our roads.
Parking here costs $8 for the first hour then $9 for the next.
The park as a whole needs some love and the toilet block has been closed for months.
I often drop in here when I'm a bit early for school pick-up. It's a lovely park and totally underappreciated by locals!
Some visitors reviews call the heritage listed faux caves ugly but I think they're just misunderstood 😉
Short walk from Echo Point located next to parking for such OR after the walk from Katoomba Kiosk to Echo Point.