Free Scenic Lookouts Near Jervis Bay: The Best Views in the Region
The Shoalhaven region has an extraordinary range of scenic viewpoints, from bay panoramas above Jervis Bay to the spectacular escarpment views at Fitzroy Falls. Most of these lookouts are free to access and require no more than a short walk or drive to reach. Here are the best viewpoints in and around the Jervis Bay region for families.
| Best Bay Panorama | Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, Beecroft Peninsula |
|---|---|
| Best Escarpment View | Fitzroy Falls, Morton National Park (30 min from KV) |
| Best Town View | Huskisson foreshore looking across the bay |
| Cost | Most are free |
Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, Beecroft Peninsula
The Point Perpendicular Lighthouse sits on the northern arm of Jervis Bay on the Beecroft Peninsula. The access road through the Commonwealth-managed Beecroft Range has varying access restrictions (often open on weekends) — check current conditions before making the drive. The lighthouse itself is perched dramatically on white cliffs above the bay, with panoramic views across Jervis Bay, out to the open ocean, and south along the coast. It's one of the most dramatic viewpoints in the region.
Fitzroy Falls Lookout
Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park — approximately 30 minutes from Kangaroo Valley — features lookouts over one of NSW's most spectacular waterfalls, plunging 80 metres over the escarpment edge. The boardwalk system takes visitors to multiple lookout points above the falls and along the escarpment rim, with sweeping views over the forested plateau below. This is genuinely one of the finest natural viewpoints in NSW.
Kangaroo Valley Escarpment Views
The drive into and out of Kangaroo Valley over the Barrengarry Mountain involves spectacular escarpment viewpoints. Stopping at the various lookout points along Kangaroo Valley Road reveals the forested escarpment country of Morton National Park at its most dramatic. The drive itself is remarkable, with the road dropping 600 metres from the plateau to the valley floor.
Plantation Point, Vincentia
Plantation Point headland in Vincentia provides lovely bay views and is easily accessible. On clear days you can see across the full width of Jervis Bay to the northern peninsula. Dolphins are often visible in the water below. This is an easy, accessible lookout that requires minimal walking and suits all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Point Perpendicular worth visiting?
- Yes — if access is open (check the Beecroft Range access conditions as it is a Defence facility), the drive to Point Perpendicular lighthouse provides some of the most spectacular views in the Jervis Bay region. Allow a half-day for the drive and exploration.
- Are the Fitzroy Falls lookouts free?
- Yes — the Fitzroy Falls lookout and boardwalk in Morton National Park is free to access. Note that the falls are most impressive after significant rainfall.