Harold Reid Reserve Foreshore Track in Middle Cove

Harold Reid Reserve Foreshore Track in Middle Cove

The Harold Reid Foreshore Track is a family-friendly bushwalk in the small suburb of Middle Cove, with scenic Middle Harbour views to take in.

This walk explores the Harold Reid Reserve, a beautiful pocket of natural waterfront bushland on a Hawkesbury sandstone landform.

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Hat Hill to Bald Head Walking Track (Blue Mountains)

Hat Hill to Bald Head walking track

The 7 km return walking trail from Hat Hill to Bald Head meanders through pleasant bushland scenery before arriving at a panoramic vantage point.

The views from Bald Head of the Grose Valley and the various landmarks nearby are pretty amazing and are worth the effort to get there.

In this article, we’ll share the stats, details, and highlights of this quiet yet beautiful spot in the Blue Mountains and how to get there.

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Discover the Dargan Arch in the Blue Mountains

Dargan Arch in the Blue Mountains

Dargan Arch, or Dargans Arch, is a natural sandstone rock formation that is shaped like an arch, located in a quiet area of the Blue Mountains, near the town of Bell.

A short walk leads to this beautiful spot, where you have the opportunity to walk across the top of the arch as well as venture down to the bottom.

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Three Sisters Walk in the Blue Mountains

Three Sisters Walk in the Blue Mountains

The Three Sisters is an iconic rock formation near Katoomba, facing the beautiful Jamison Valley. It is the most popular tourist spot in the Blue Mountains, attracting thousands of visitors every day.

A short walking track, starting from the information centre at Echo Point, allows visitors to see the Three Sisters from close by, with several scenic lookout points nearby to explore.

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Coachwood Glen Nature Trail in Megalong Valley

Coachwood Glen Nature Trail in Megalong Valley

The Coachwood Glen Nature Trail is a short and unpretentious bushwalk in the Megalong Valley area of the Blue Mountains.

The trail meanders through the beautiful landscape of the Coachwood and Mountain Ash forests, and includes a few crossings of the Pulpit Hill Creek.

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Discover the Mermaids Cave in Blackheath

Mermaids Cave in Blackheath

Mermaids Cave is a large sandstone rock overhang located in a scenic forest environment, with a small waterfall to complete the setting.

A very short walk, via a steep staircase with over 100 steps, leads to this cave in uniquely beautiful natural surroundings.

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Bullimah Spur Track in Bouddi National Park

Bullimah Spur Track in Bouddi National Park

The Bullimah Spur Track is a short but enjoyable and scenic bushwalking trail in Bouddi National Park that leads to a beautiful lookout.

It’s a relatively easy walk starting from the Maitland Bay Information Centre, suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with more walks and lookouts nearby to make a day of it.

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Discover Minyon Falls in Nightcap National Park

Minyon Falls in Nightcap National Park

Minyon Falls is a stunning plunge waterfall that drops more than 100 metres into a deep gorge, located in Nightcap National Park not too far away from Byron Bay.

A beautiful 7.5 km loop walk through subtropical rainforest brings visitors to a natural swimming hole at the base of the waterfall, although you don’t have to do the full loop to reach the base.

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Maitland Bay Track in Bouddi National Park

Maitland Bay Track in Bouddi National Park

The Maitland Bay Track is a short but steep bush trail in Bouddi National Park that winds its way down from the Information Centre to the isolated beach of Maitland Bay.

The track showcases the beauty of the national park, with beautiful lush rainforest and stunning ocean views to enjoy. Stroll further along the beach to Bouddi Point, and discover some of the remains of an old shipwreck.

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Discover the Paradise Pool in Linden

Paradise Pool in Linden Blue Mountains

Paradise Pool in Linden is a beautiful natural waterhole on Bulls Creek, which can be accessed via a short but moderately challenging walking trail.

A very pretty waterfall drops into this pool, which has experienced a strong increase in popularity as a swimming hole in recent years.

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Lockleys Pylon Walking Track (And Du Faur Head)

Lockleys Pylon walking track in the Blue Mountains

The Lockleys Pylon walking track is an exciting bushwalk in the Blue Mountains, offering scenic 360-degree views of the Grose Valley and beyond.

This part of the Blue Mountains is still relatively quiet and unspoiled, which makes the track to this unique landmark all the more enjoyable.

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Palm Jungle Loop Track and Burning Palms Beach

Palm Jungle Loop Track and Burning Palms Beach

The Palm Jungle Loop Track in Royal National Park is a fascinating 8.5 km walking trail through various types of landscapes and sceneries.

This moderately challenging trail takes in thriving rainforest, beautiful coastal views, and impressive cliff tops, with a visit to Burning Palms Beach as a welcome bonus on a warm day.

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Federal Falls Walking Track Near Orange

Federal Falls walk near Orange

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.

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Valley of the Waters Walking Track in Wentworth Falls

Valley of the Waters Track

The Valley of the Waters walking track is a moderately challenging 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.

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The Forest Path in Royal National Park

Forest Path in Royal National Park

The Forest Path is a pleasant 4.5 km long bush walking trail in the Royal National Park along the shores of the Hacking River, looping around Forest Island.

With start and finish on Sir Bertram Stevens Drive, this relatively easy walking track passes through a patch of scenic rainforest, less than one hour from the city.

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Fletchers Lookout and Weeping Rock Circuit Walk in Wentworth Falls

Fletchers Lookout and Weeping Rock circuit walk

The Weeping Rock circuit walk, starting from the Wentworth Falls picnic area car park, is a pleasant 1.5 km walking trail that passes several lookout points and small waterfalls.

The main lookout point on this track, the Fletchers Lookout, offers fantastic views of the waterfall and the Jamison Valley.

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Den Fenella Walking Track in Wentworth Falls

Den Fenella Walking Track

The Den Fenella Track is a 1 km bushwalking trail from the picnic area in Wentworth Falls to a small but scenic lookout point.

Even though it’s only short, the walk is a real treat, with lush rainforest, creek crossings, cascade waterfalls and panoramic views to take in.

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Overcliff Undercliff Track in Wentworth Falls

Overcliff Undercliff Track in Wentworth Falls

The Overcliff Undercliff Track in the Wentworth Falls area of the Blue Mountains is a scenic 4 km long circuit trail through beautiful scenery, taking in several lookout points.

This hike doesn’t descend into the valley. Instead, it stays higher up on the cliffs, which makes it a less challenging adventure than the Wentworth Pass, but certainly not less enjoyable.

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Curra Moors Loop Track in Royal National Park

Curra Moors Loop Track in Royal National Park

The Curra Moors Loop Track is a 10 km circuit walk in Royal National Park that offers a good mix of scenic bushland and panoramic coastal views.

It’s a moderately challenging walking track that ticks all the boxes for those looking for a fun hike to do on the weekend while also getting a decent workout in.

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