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Point Lookout
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The view from Point Lookout
Highest point
Elevation 1,564 m (5,131 ft)
Geography
Location Northern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia
Parent range Snowy Range, Great Dividing Range

Point Lookout is a cool mountain in Australia. It's part of the Snowy Range, which is a smaller section of the huge Great Dividing Range. You can find it inside the New England National Park, in the New England region of New South Wales.

This mountain stands tall at 1,564 meters (about 5,131 feet) above sea level. That makes it the second highest peak in its area! Sometimes, when it gets really cold, you might even see a little bit of snow on top.

Exploring Point Lookout

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The amazing escarpment at Point Lookout

Point Lookout is also the name of a popular spot for visitors in the New England National Park. You can get there by driving along the Point Lookout Road, which connects to Waterfall Way. It's about 85 kilometers (53 miles) east of Armidale and 75 kilometers (47 miles) from Dorrigo, close to Ebor.

From the lookouts, you can see amazing views! On a clear day, you can look east across the Bellinger River valley all the way to the coast of New South Wales and even the Tasman Sea.

Banksia Point Cabins

Just a short 10-minute walk south from the main lookout, you'll find a place called Banksia Point. Here, there are some cozy cabins and a hut. You can rent these from the National Parks and Wildlife Service if you want to stay overnight in the park. It's a great way to experience nature up close!

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