A thousand meters above the world Kings Tableland stretches before you. A sandstone plateau a remnant of ancient layers. It’s a breathtaking sight.
Kings Tableland sits proudly in the Blue Mountains. Governor Macquarie named it after King George III. The plateau forms a significant part of the Southern Escarpment. This escarpment is a series of sandstone cliffs. These cliffs edge the Jamison Megalong Kanimbla and Hartley Valleys.
Kings Tableland has deep historical roots. For thousands of years the Gundangara people used it as a meeting place and camping ground. Evidence of this remains. You’ll find ancient rock art here. This art includes unique engravings of kangaroos and bird tracks. These engravings are among the oldest Aboriginal sites in the Blue Mountains region. There are also many grinding grooves in the rock. These grooves were used to sharpen spears and axe heads.
Imagine the stories these grooves could tell. They whisper of ancient rituals and everyday life. They speak of generations of Gundangara people. They used Kings Tableland for generations. This area is now a conserved area. It is a testament to their enduring connection to the land.
Before Warragamba Dam a road ran across Kings Tableland. It led down to the Cox’s River. Now a fire trail remains. It is accessible by 4WD and AWD vehicles. It’s also popular with mountain bikers. Battleship Tops is another significant location on Kings Tableland. This was an aboriginal meeting place. Sadly ochre paintings there have been damaged by vandalism.
Kings Tableland isn’t just a historical site. It also offers stunning views. Look out over the Jamison Valley. The views from Lincoln’s Rock are particularly spectacular. Lincoln’s Rock is named after a local resident. He was famously rescued after suffering from altitude sickness on Mount Everest.
From Kings Tableland you can see the beauty and the history of the Blue Mountains. Take a moment to appreciate this place. It’s a place of great significance. Its beauty and history will stay with you long after you leave. Kings Tableland. A truly unforgettable experience.