Belmore Falls in Morton National Park is a stunning plunge waterfall with two drops on Barrengarry Creek.
A short walking track takes in several lookout points from where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of this waterfall and Kangaroo Valley.
A selection of some of the prettiest and most impressive waterfalls in Sydney and New South Wales.
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Belmore Falls in Morton National Park is a stunning plunge waterfall with two drops on Barrengarry Creek.
A short walking track takes in several lookout points from where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of this waterfall and Kangaroo Valley.
A visit to Somersby Falls in Brisbane Water National Park is a great day trip from Sydney, with beautiful scenery and excellent picnic facilities to enjoy.
A short walking trail along Floods Creek, starting from the picnic area, passes three sections of Somersby Falls: Top, Middle, and Bottom Falls.
The scenic Pool of Siloam and Lyrebird Dell Circuit Walk in Leura takes in two small waterfalls amidst beautiful forest scenery.
This quiet and unpretentious walking trail is located in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains, close to the Gordon Falls Lookout and picnic area.
This Wentworth Falls guide explores the best walks and lookouts in one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Blue Mountains.
The town of Wentworth Falls is home to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in New South Walls, visited by thousands of tourists each year.
Various walking tracks and lookouts exist close to this incredible waterfall, and this guide will help you plan your day out in the Wentworth Falls area.
Discover the best waterholes in the Blue Mountains, perfect for a peaceful swim surrounded by stunning natural scenery.
There’s nothing quite like taking a dip in a serene Blue Mountains waterhole, especially when it’s complemented by a cascading waterfall. But these wild swimming spots offer more than just a refreshing swim, as the bushwalking trails leading to them are equally rewarding and full of adventure.
The West Rim Track at Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park is a pleasant 3.5 km bushwalking trail with several lookouts that offer scenic waterfall views.
With so many lookouts offering fantastic views of the valley and the waterfall, you may find that this walk will take a bit longer than expected, but you can make the walk as short or as long as you wish.
Fitzroy Falls, nestled in Morton National Park in the Southern Highlands, is a stunning waterfall located in a village of the same name.
A short walking trail from the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre takes you to a lookout platform, where you’ll be treated to spectacular views of the waterfall and the sweeping Yarrunga Valley.
The Empire Pass and Dantes Glen Waterfall Circuit is a picturesque bushwalking trail in North Lawson, featuring four small, scenic waterfalls.
Over a century old, the lesser-known Empire Pass meanders through lush rainforest and follows the path of several creeks.
The Katoomba Falls Round Walk is a family-friendly trail that leads to several lookouts, each offering stunning views of the iconic waterfall.
This beautiful segmented waterfall is situated between Echo Point and Scenic World in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
Carrington Falls is a beautiful plunge waterfall on Kangaroo River in Budderoo National Park, approximately 150 km south of Sydney.
A short, family-friendly loop walk with several viewing platforms offers visitors panoramic views of the waterfall and the surrounding valley.
This guide explores the 12 most beautiful waterfalls in and close to Sydney, some easy to get to and others a bit harder to find.
Most of us will enjoy the unique beauty and calming sounds of a waterfall when we’re out in nature. From serene cascades to majestic plunges, waterfalls are a fun way to explore the great variety of Sydney’s national parks.
The Bridal Veil Falls Circuit is a scenic walking track in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains. It winds through a lush rainforest landscape featuring waterfalls, creeks, and towering cliff walls.
Bridal Veil Falls, also referred to as Leura Falls, is a picturesque cascade waterfall on Leura Falls Creek that flows into the Jamison Valley.
The Victoria Falls Walking Track in the Blue Mountains takes in a beautiful lookout, an impressive waterfall, and a cascade water spectacle.
Perched on a cliff edge overlooking the Grose Valley, the Victoria Falls Lookout is the starting point of a short but steep bushwalk to two of the prettiest waterfalls in the Blue Mountains.
The Paradise Pool in Linden in the Blue Mountains is a stunning natural waterhole on Bulls Creek, accessible via a short, moderately challenging bushwalking trail.
A small yet picturesque waterfall cascades into the pool, which has become an increasingly popular swimming spot in recent years.
Federal Falls is a stunning waterfall in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area near the city of Orange in the Central Tablelands region.
A moderately challenging circuit walking track, starting from the Federal Falls Campground, leads to the base of this waterfall, with scenic bushland to explore along the way.
The Valley of the Waters walking track is an exciting hike in the Wentworth Falls area of the Blue Mountains that follows a creek into the valley.
This rather steep track is an absolute treat, taking in several beautiful waterfalls and cascades, including Empress Falls, Sylvia Falls, and Lodore Falls.
Horseshoe Falls in Hazelbrook in the Blue Mountains is a scenic waterfall on Hazelbrook Creek, situated within Horseshoe Falls Reserve.
An exciting dog-friendly bushwalking track leads to waterfall and three other waterfalls, including Oaklands Falls and Burgess Falls.
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, offering beautiful panoramic views along the way.
Empress Falls is one of the prettiest waterfalls in the Blue Mountains, accessible via a short but steep walking track from the Conservation Hut.
The short walking trail to Empress Falls forms part of the longer Valley of the Waters walking track, one of the most popular bush walks in the area.
Discover the 15 best waterfalls in the Blue Mountains, some easy to walk to and others a bit more challenging to find.
The Blue Mountains area 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 most tourists don’t go.