The Top 5 Gorges in the Steens Mountain
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 5
to choose from in the Steens Mountain. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Steens Mountain.
to choose from in the Steens Mountain. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Steens Mountain.
Last updated: November 28, 2025
Blitzen River Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
The Blitzen River Trail follow the meandering Blitzen River through a spectacular gorge. You can walk as far as Fish Creek on a path that is sometimes obvious and sometimes …
Tip by
Lookout and information board for Little Blitzen Valley
Highlight • Viewpoint
Follow a short side trail to an information board and further along the ridge for a fantastic view of the valley and the Little Blitzen River rushing at the bottom.
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Viewpoint over Blitzen River gorge
Highlight • Viewpoint
A zig zaggy trail leads to from the Blitzen River Trail to this scenic viewpoint. Enjoy the stunning panoramic vista of the Blitzen River and the gorge that is has shaped for centuries.
Tip by
View into Big Indian Valley
Highlight • Viewpoint
Take a step closer to the edge and enjoy the breathtaking view into Big Indian Valley and Big Indian Creek way below you.
Tip by
Little Blitzen Gorge Headwall Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is the best viewpoint of the Little Blitzen Gorge headwall. Nearby is a former stockman's camp, as evidenced by the log fence corners. This served as a base for overseeing herds of cattle as they grazed.
Tip by
Other adventures in the Steens Mountain
Most popular routes in the Steens Mountain
Most popular attractions in the Steens Mountain
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Explore more
Already discovered everything in this region? See additional gorges in the Steens Mountain for your next adventure:
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free