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Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Western Sydney and Blue Mountains is part of the Greater Western Sydney Region, and includes the Local Government Areas of Auburn, Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Holroyd, Parramatta, Penrith and The Hills.

DJI 20251019122015 0010 D LR Sweeping views from Venus Tor and the Boorong Crags
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Sweeping views from Venus Tor and the Boorong Crags

A less-travelled but mostly on-track walk to Venus Tor, a rock outcrop that offers 360-degree views over the Blue Mountains and Grose Valley. The route continues to Boorong Crags and makes a detour into Round Hill Gully.

By oliverd :-), 2 daysDecember 17, 2025 ago
IMG 5541 LR Cascades and rainforest on the historical Happy Valley Track
Australia Mount Wilson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Cascades and rainforest on the historical Happy Valley Track

The short but picturesque Happy Valley Track in Mount Wilson descends through rainforest to a waterfall and pristine swimming hole. The return route takes the Cathedral Creek Track up to Cathedral Reserve.

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksNovember 24, 2025 ago
IMG 4612 LR Meandering along Lawson Ridge in the Blue Mountains
Australia Lawson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Meandering along Lawson Ridge in the Blue Mountains

The bushwalk along Lawson Ridge provides access via short detours to a trig point, waterfall and an informal lookout with sweeping Blue Mountains views.

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksNovember 22, 2025 ago
IMG 5902 LR Exploring Dismal Dingle and Camels Hump in the Blue Mountains
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring Dismal Dingle and Camels Hump in the Blue Mountains

A challenging loop bushwalk from Bells Line of Road which descends Dismal Dingle before traversing Camels Hump and returning via Claustral Brook. Spectacular canyon scenery and sweeping views.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthNovember 16, 2025 ago
Mount Banks from cliffs below Wongarra Hill
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Five fantastic Grose Valley lookouts near Wongarra Hill

This relatively unknown bushwalk from the Bells Line of Road near Mount Banks passes Wongarra Hill as it heads to the edge of the cliffs. The route visits five spectacular lookouts over the Grose Valley, including the unusual Mirrorball Lookout.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsOctober 21, 2025 ago
IMG 4983 LR Pagodas and Views on the Broad Swamp to Birds Rock trail
Australia Newnes Plateau NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Pagodas and Views on the Broad Swamp to Birds Rock trail

Opened in 2025, the Broad Swamp to Birds Rock Trail in the Gardens of Stone passes some spectacular platy pagoda country before crossing Carne Creek to reach Carne View Lookout. From here you can return the same way or continue to Birds Rock Lookout.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsOctober 2, 2025 ago
IMG 4682 LR Ancient Tree Ferns on the Dicksonia Forest Ravine loop
Australia Newnes NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Ancient Tree Ferns on the Dicksonia Forest Ravine loop

This relatively short loop walk in the Gardens of Stone explores the Dicksonia Forest Ravine, an amazing rainforest gully of ancient tree ferns. The exit route along the ridge offers extensive views over the Dingo Creek area.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsSeptember 28, 2025 ago
IMG 0594 LR Ferris Cave Circuit - spectacular views and impressive caves
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Ferris Cave Circuit – spectacular views and impressive caves

This version of the Ferris Cave Circuit at Mount Victoria passes the picturesque Ferris Cave, as well as Boronia Point and Hourn Point lookouts and Witches Glen Falls. Combine with the nearby Coxs Cave Circuit for a longer loop hike.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsAugust 17, 2025 ago
IMG 1029 LR Coxs Cave Circuit - a short bushwalk to an enormous cave
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Coxs Cave Circuit – a short bushwalk to an enormous cave

The main feature of the Coxs Cave Circuit is an enormous cave, which is reached by a 20m steel ladder. An optional side-trip goes to Dunns Leap, where a school boy miraculously survived a fall down the cliffs.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsAugust 17, 2025 ago
IMG 0589 LR Breathtaking views from Asgard Head and Valhalla Head
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Breathtaking views from Asgard Head and Valhalla Head

Epic views from a mostly off-track bushwalk which explores some of the less-known vantage points along Asgard Head and Valhalla Head, on the Asgard Plateau.

By oliverd :-), 8 monthsApril 9, 2025 ago

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Top Posts & Pages
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    Sweeping views from Venus Tor and the Boorong Crags
  • Aboriginal Rock Art in the Greater Blue Mountains
    Aboriginal Rock Art in the Greater Blue Mountains
  • Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
    Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
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    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
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    Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
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    Down the Wollangambe Canyon (Lower Section) on an Inflatable Otter
  • Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)
    Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)
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    The short but breathtaking River Caves Canyon

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