Views into the Leven Canyon
It is rare in the world to find such a powerful place as the Leven Canyon that is so easy to access Enjoy spectacular sweeping views from Cruickshanks Lookout 275m above the Leven River. Alongside the track discover ferns brightly coloured fungi (photograph: S. Group)
60 Great Short Walks

Leven Canyon Lookout

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45 minute circuit, 1.2km circuit
Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
Supervise children. Beware of hazardous cliffs. Tracks are subject to severe weather conditions – weather may change quickly. Tracks are difficult to navigate when covered in snow and may be impassable.

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​Leven Canyon is a rarity: both stunningly wild and easily accessible. An undulating, mostly easy circuit track takes you to the rim of a stunning canyon. The powerful Leven River has cut through steep, forested country to form the canyon. 

Two lookouts, Cruickshanks and Edge, can be accessed on the 1.2km circuit track. Each lookout allows you to enjoy spectacular and expansive views. Between the lookouts there’s a steep set of stairs, which can be avoided if you return via the same track. 

Along the ferny track you can see some smaller highlights, including colourful fungi and furtive wildlife.

​This walk is managed by the Central Coast Council.​

Static map image of the Leven Canyon circuit walk, located in the Leven Canyon Regional Reserve.