Walk above sandstone cliffs, under thundering waterfalls and within quiet rainforest glens in the Blue Mountains, a world-heritage listed spot in the heart of New South Wales.
Packed with overwhelming beauty and tranquility, the Blue Mountains is home to an abundance of sensational hiking tracks, just a 60 to 120 minute drive from Sydney.
To take off on the right foot, discover our favourite spots within the expansive web of trails. And don’t forget your bathers for a quick refresh at one of the many natural pools and waterfalls along the way.
Grand Cliff Top Walk, Wentworth Falls to Katoomba
- Distance: 19km
- Time: 2 days
- Difficulty: Grade 3
- Terrain: Established single track.
A two-day hike through the Blue Mountains without the need to pack any camping gear – the Grand Cliff Top Walk from Wentworth Falls to Katoomba, through Leura, replicates a village-to-village hike. Stretching 19km along the Jamison Valley Escarpment, the viewpoints along this trail are wide-reaching and awe-inspiring.
Considered a moderately-challenging hike, this multi-day trail boasts several must-see attractions, including Darwin’s Walk, Gordon Falls Reserve, Katoombar Falls Night-lit Walk (in the Katoomba Falls Reserve) and Leura Cascades.
Nature Track, Wentworth Falls
- Distance: 3.3km loop
- Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Difficulty: Grade 3 track
- Terrain: Established walking track with uneven steps.
A mildly physical trek with plenty of refreshing moments and eye-catching views, the Nature Track Wentworth Falls Circuit starts at the Conservation Hut. If you’re a photographer, this trail is the right fit for you, offering brilliant photo opportunities at stunning vantage points, as well as incredible detail in the constantly changing vegetation across the entire track.
South Lawson Waterfall Circuit
- Distance: 3.5km
- Time: 1-2 hours
- Difficulty: Grade 2
- Terrain: Established track.
This 3.5km looped trail is a moderately challenging route through the Blue Mountains. Typically it takes hikers about 1-2 hours to complete, with four gushing waterfalls along the way. Bring your leashed dog on this track which starts from Adelina Falls, past Junction Falls, Federal Falls, and Cataract Falls before looping back to the beginning. This track is a must-do while in the Blue Mountains, dating back to the 1870s.
Porters Path and Colliers Causeway, Blackheath
- Distance: 6km
- Time: 4-5 hours
- Difficulty: Grade 4
- Terrain: Natural rocks steps and slippery, uneven surfaces.
Porters Path and Colliers Causeway near Blackheath is generally considered a challenging route. But let that be no deterrent – it’s a fantastic hike and you can even bring your leashed dog! Open year-round, this is a short track with a variety of terrain, from waterfalls to steep rocky areas. Descend hand-carved rock steps beside the waterfalls and cascades of Centennial Glen Creek, and under soaring sandstone cliffs. This 6km track is dripping with greenery and everything that indicates a world-class hike.
Victoria Falls Track, Mount Victoria
- Distance: 4km
- Time: 2 hours
- Difficulty: Grade 3
- Terrain: Often wet, slippery and overgrown.
If you’re looking for a great hike with a bit of scrambling and a bit of swimming, then the Victoria Falls Walking Track is the one for you. It’s a 4km out-and-back trail in the Blue Mountains, generally considered to be a challenging route. Unfortunately, no dogs are allowed on this trail, but there will be plenty of other hikers along the way to keep you company. The trail starts at Victoria Falls Car Park and ends at Victoria Falls Road and is fairly steep.
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