The Balconies — Attraction in Zumsteins

Winter, July 2024. Our foggy walk to Reeds Lookout was followed by a slightly less foggy walk to The Balconies, starting from the exact same carpark. There was not much of a view. The wind blew strong and was icy cold. We were grateful for the safety rails in those windy conditions*.

The walk was very pleasant. Native Australian heath (genus Epacris) flowers bloomed along the clear, good condition paths. We saw a few wild kangaroos and wallabies. Beautiful place, easy, accessible walk.

No toilets. No drinking fountains.

*especially having read many news headlines of the past 20 years of people falling to their deaths from various lookouts in the area. Many of these people died when attempting to get risky photos...

The Balconies are a great walk. It is a steady incline dirt track walk, which gets a bit steeper at the end. Still a good walk. Some children get over the walk as the last half there are only trees to look at. However on the way, most stop at a point and build a rock tower by the bridge and look at the view on the other side to reed lookout back at the car park. Well worth the walk, even if you only take the same photo everyone else takes. You used to be able to stand in the balconies, and some still jump the fence and do just that. The view down from this lookout is great also. The rock formations down the bottom are incredible- they are huge in themselves if you were...

Standing on the rocks of the viewing platform, the distant mountains and horizon stretch out before your eyes, while the sunlight pours down, filling you with a sense of inner strength and openness. Yet for little ones who are afraid of heights, even with sturdy railings, it can still feel a bit scary. Traveling isn’t just about taking in breathtaking views—it’s also about feeling safe and at ease. So while you’re admiring the beauty around you, don’t forget to notice the safety signs nearby. After all, only when safety comes first can the scenery and the joy in your heart feel truly complete and...