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Australia - NSW National Parks

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is part of Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. NPWS manages more than 870 NSW national parks and reserves, covering over 7 million hectares of land.

1X3A5389 LR Witches Watch to Tara Point via Hecates Cauldron - a magical Gardens of Stone walk
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Witches Watch to Tara Point via Hecates Cauldron – a magical Gardens of Stone walk

An incredibly scenic Gardens of Stone bushwalk, which passes the Gordian Knot and Witches Watch lookouts, before descending into Hecates Cauldron. After a side-trip to the Tower of Hope the route exits the valley via Tara Slot and Tara Point.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 26, 2023 ago
028A9360 LR Rocket Point Lookout - a birds-eye view of Wentworth Falls
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Rocket Point Lookout – a birds-eye view of Wentworth Falls

Offering one of the best views of Wentworth Falls, Rocket Point Lookout is above the waterfall and looks down the full length of the main drop.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 17, 2023 ago
028A9337 LR Fletchers Lookout - where you peer straight down Wentworth Falls
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Fletchers Lookout – where you peer straight down Wentworth Falls

Fletchers Lookout offers a nice view of Wentworth Falls from almost directly above the waterfall, as well as over the Jamison Valley.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 17, 2023 ago
Eagles Nest Lookout
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Eagles Nest Lookout – Jamison Valley and Wentworth Falls views

Eagles Nest Lookout is a very quiet and secluded Wentworth Falls Lookout, which offers a view of the waterfal and the Jamison Valley.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 17, 2023 ago
Princes Rock Lookout
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Princes Rock Lookout – Jamison Valley and Wentworth Falls views

One of the best Wentworth Falls lookouts, the fenced Princes Rock Lookout offers some great views of the waterfall and Jamison Valley.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 17, 2023 ago
Breakfast Point Lookout
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Breakfast Point Lookout – another Jamison Valley Lookout

A small, fenced lookout along the Overcliff Track at Wentworth Falls, Breakfast Point Lookout offers nice views over the Jamison Valley.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 15, 2023 ago
Den Fenella Lookout
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Den Fenella Lookout – a less-visited Blue Mountains lookout

A small and fairly quiet lookout at the edge of the cliff, the Den Fenella Lookout is reached by a very nice bushwalk from the Wentworth Falls Picnic Area.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 15, 2023 ago
Den Fenella Falls
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Den Fenella Falls – a small cascade through a rainforest glen

Den Fenella Falls in Wentworth Falls, Den Fenella Falls consists of a series of cascades down a narrow, rainforested gully. Best visited after decent rain.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 15, 2023 ago
1X3A4448 LR The spectacular Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway loop in Blackheath
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

The spectacular Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway loop in Blackheath

Although not a very well-known track, the Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway loop is one of the best Blue Mountains bushwalks. It passes several waterfalls, some great lookouts, secluded grottos and a spectacular slot canyon.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 14, 2023 ago
Centennial Falls
Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Centennial Falls – walk behind this picturesque Blue Mountains waterfall

The Centennial Glen Track at Blackheath goes behind the picturesque Centennial Falls, while a side-track takes you down to the base of the waterfall

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 14, 2023 ago

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Featured Guides

Sydney bushwalks by public transport
A summary of bushwalks around Sydney that are accessible by public transport (train, bus or ferry).
Bushwalking Gear for an Overnight Hike
A definitive guide to the essential and nice-to-have gear you need for overnight hiking.
Trig Stations around Sydney
Cromer Heights Trig
A guide to discovering the trig stations hidden in national parks across Sydney.
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A summary of tracks suitable for bushwalking with dogs, in and around Ku-ring-gai. Northern Beaches and the north of Sydney.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
Guide to West Head bushwalks
West Head, part of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and only 90min from Sydney, offers a multitude of short walks, from secluded beaches to rocky outcrops with views over Pittwater.
The Best Day Hikes around Sydney
West Head Beach
The best day hikes in and around Sydney, from coastal bushwalks to mountain peaks offering spectacular views.
A Guide to Treating Water – the best water filters for hiking
A Guide to Treating Water help you to select the most appropiate water filtration or purification system.
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