Maiyingu Marragu (Blackfellows Hand Cave) is a large rock overhang and shelter, located north of the towns of Lidsdale and Lithgow.
It’s a place of cultural significance and is home to well-preserved Aboriginal drawings of hands and weapons.
A short walking trail leads to this cave, where visitors can spend time exploring the various drawings and the beautiful natural surroundings.
Sublime Point Lookout is a scenic vantage point in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Jamison Valley.
Not only are the views stunning, but Sublime Point is also a popular spot for bird-watching, picnicking, and rock climbing.
The historic Lapstone Zig Zag Walk is a scenic bushwalking trail in Glenbrook that follows the path of an old railway built in the second half of the 19th century.
The track leads to the Top Points Lookout and the Knapsack Bridge, an impressive sandstone arch viaduct that once carried the Zig Zag Railway line across Knapsack Gully.
Minnehaha Falls in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains is a small but picturesque waterfall on Yosemite Creek.
A short, scenic walking trail leads you to the base of the falls, perfect for a quick swim, with plenty of great views along the way.
Lincoln’s Rock is one of the most impressive lookouts in the Blue Mountains, located south of Wentworth Falls on the Kings Tableland Plateau.
With sweeping views of Jamison Valley and beyond, Lincoln’s Rock is a unique and historically significant sight that is well worth a visit.
Empress Falls is one of the prettiest waterfalls in the Blue Mountains and can be reached via a short but steep walking track starting from the Conservation Hut.
This scenic trail to Empress Falls is part of the Valley of the Waters Track, one of the most popular bushwalks in the Wentworth Falls area.
The Ruined Castle Walk is a popular track to an iconic landmark in the Blue Mountains, starting at the challenging Golden Stairs.
It’s a beautiful hike through a lush rainforest setting, with scenic views to enjoy of Jamison Valley, the Three Sisters, Castle Head, and Mount Solitary from the top of the rock formation.
The walk from Narrow Neck to Castle Head is a short bush trail that leads to a scenic lookout with sweeping valley views toward Mount Solitary.
This relatively easy 4.5 km return walk begins at the Narrow Neck Plateau Trail, extending from Glenraphael Drive in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
The Fortress Ridge Trail is a stunning walking track in the Blue Mountains, offering panoramic views of the Grose Valley from its endpoint.
For those looking to explore further, you can extend the walk with a side trail to Fortress Rock, another spectacular lookout with scenic views of Govetts Creek and the surrounding cliff walls.
The Mount Hay Summit Walk is a relatively short but steep hike that leads to the summit of a distinctive mountain peak in a secluded part of the Blue Mountains.
The Butterbox Point Walk, which shares the same trailhead, offers spectacular views of the Grose Valley and its dramatic cliff walls.
The Blue Mountains region is home to countless walking tracks, panoramic lookout points, and pretty waterfalls of all sizes.
Some of these waterfalls are very popular and easy to find, but there are also various waterfalls and cascades hidden in valleys and canyons where tourists don’t go.
The Cliff Top Walking Track near Blackheath is a scenic 3 km walking trail that follows the edge of the escarpment between Evans Lookout and Govetts Leap Lookout.
Along the way, it offers some of the most spectacular views of the Grose Valley in this part of the Blue Mountains.
Evans Lookout is a popular vantage point in the Blue Mountains, offering panoramic views of the Grose Valley and its surrounding cliff walls.
The Blue Mountains has no shortage of viewpoints, but Evans Lookout near Blackheath is undoubtedly one of the most impressive ones.
Anvil Rock is a distinctive lookout in the Blackheath area of the Blue Mountains, offering spectacular 360-degree views across the Grose Valley.
Close by, the Wind Eroded Cave is a striking rock formation with a smooth, wave-like overhang, shaped naturally by the wind over time.
The South Lawson Waterfall Circuit is a scenic bushwalking trail that passes by four small but picturesque waterfalls in the southern part of Lawson.
It’s also one of the few dog-friendly walks in the Blue Mountains, where your furry friend is more than welcome to join you on this enjoyable hike.
The Katoomba Cascades form a small but beautiful water spectacle on the Kedumba River in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
Two short walking trails, starting from the cascades, lead to two scenic lookouts from where visitors can soak in fantastic views of the Jamison Valley.
Mount Banks, with its distinctive rounded peak, is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the Blue Mountains.
Mostly overlooked by tourists, the hike to the summit of Mt Banks offers beautiful views of the Grose Valley and surrounding wilderness.
The Rigby Hill Track is a short but scenic trail in the Bells Line of Road area of the Blue Mountains, offering panoramic views over the Grose Valley.
This 1.2 km return walk leads to a hilltop on a sandstone escarpment, where visitors can take in sweeping views of the valley and its surrounding cliff walls.
The walking track to Walls Lookout is a short trail to one of the most impressive viewing points in the Blue Mountains.
This trail is located in the Bells Line of Road area of the Blue Mountains, which is typically much quieter than the Katoomba, Leura, and Wentworth Falls areas.
Rocket Point Lookout is an impressive vantage point in Wentworth Falls, offering sweeping views of the waterfall and the Jamison Valley.
A short walk from the picnic area leads to this often-overlooked spot, making it a hidden gem in the Wentworth Falls area.