The Valley of the Waters Track is a rewarding hike in the Wentworth Falls area of the Blue Mountains, following a creek as it winds down into the valley.
This steep track is a real treat, passing several beautiful waterfalls and cascades, including Empress Falls, Sylvia Falls, and Lodore Falls.
Hanging Rock, a large sandstone formation that juts out from the cliff edge, is one of the most iconic landmarks in the Blue Mountains.
Located only a short distance from Baltzer Lookout, this area offers spectacular views across the Grose Valley and its dramatic escarpments.
The Rock Lookout, located in the Mulgoa Valley, offers scenic views of the Nepean River and the Lower Blue Mountains.
Nearby Rileys Mountain Lookout is also well worth a visit and can be accessed via a 5-kilometre return bushwalking track through beautiful scenery.
Horseshoe Falls in Hazelbrook in the Blue Mountains is a scenic waterfall on Hazelbrook Creek, situated within Horseshoe Falls Reserve.
A dog-friendly bushwalking track leads to this waterfall and three other waterfalls, including Oaklands Falls and Burgess Falls.
West Head Lookout in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park offers stunning views and is surrounded by scenic walks and beaches, making it a great spot for a day out.
Widely regarded as one of the best lookouts in New South Wales, West Head Lookout is a popular weekend destination for Sydneysiders.
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.
This guide covers everything you need to know about the Homebush Bay shipwrecks, including how to find them and the story behind how they ended up there.
Surprisingly, despite being relatively unknown to many Sydneysiders, the shipwrecks of Homebush Bay are quite easy to spot.
Explore Sydney’s best-kept secrets with this guide to hidden gems, including stunning lookouts, fascinating historical sites, and heritage landmarks.
Sydney is renowned for its iconic tourist attractions, historical landmarks, stunning national parks, and picturesque beaches.
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 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.
Ballast Point Park is an award-winning, 2.6-hectare recreational area in Birchgrove on the Balmain Peninsula, with panoramic views of the Harbour and the Sydney city skyline.
Once a bustling industrial site, this waterfront park beautifully blends its historical remnants with modern design, preserving the area’s rich industrial heritage.
Sydney’s pleasant climate is ideal for gardens, particularly those with a subtropical character. Despite the city’s rapid population growth, there are still plenty of beautiful gardens to explore both within and beyond the urban area.
Many of these gardens are free to visit, lovingly maintained by local councils or dedicated volunteer groups. Taking an afternoon to unwind in one of these green spaces, away from the city’s hustle and bustle, can be a real blessing.
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.
Minnamurra Falls is a scenic two-tiered waterfall on the Minnamurra River, tucked away in the lush rainforest of Budderoo National Park.
A 4.2 km return walk from the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre leads to a large viewing platform right in front of the waterfall.
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.
O’Hares Creek Lookout is a large viewing platform in Dharawal National Park offering scenic views of the O’Hares Creek gorge and the surrounding landscape.
An easy, family-friendly walking track leads to this lookout, which is still a bit of a hidden gem in this beautiful area southwest of Sydney.
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.