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Berghofers Pass Interactive 360° Virtual Reality

By | July 18, 2020

Berghofer’s Pass is an excellent walk that’s suitable for the whole family. It’s also dog (on-leash), bike and horse friendly.   Berghofer’s Pass is a historic road that was built as an alternative road because early motor vehicles could not cope with the steep grades on Mitchell’s Victoria Pass.   Work started on Berghofer’s Pass… Read More »

Katoomba Round Walk, one of the best Blue Mountains Walks

By | June 23, 2022

This is a short spectacular walk through a lush rainforest gully leading to lookouts that boast some of the most iconic views in Blue Mountains. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 • Distance: 1.2km round walk • Time: 60 mins • Kid-safe: Yes, with supervision • Dogs on-leash: No • Steps: Lots and lots of them • Grade: NPWS… Read More »

Sphinx Rock Katoomba Overlooking the Jamison Valley

By | July 9, 2021

  This is a weathered sandstone and ironstone outcrop that resembles an Egyptian Sphinx. The “Pictorial Guide to the Blue Mountains” in 1882 refers to “The Sphinx”. Here: https://w3w.co/birthrate.dependents.sisters     𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 • Distance: 50m off the Prince Henry Cliff Walk • Time: 30 mins return • Kid-safe: Older children only with supervision •… Read More »

Jamison Valley, Katoomba, Sunrise 360° Virtual Reality

By | July 17, 2020

Enjoy this 360° VR tour of Sunrise over the Jamison Valley, Katoomba – 360° Virtual Reality. Taken 12th July 2020. This spot is an unofficial lookout in Katoomba, NSW. It has no handrails so take care. MORE info: https://www.askroz.com.au/event_detail/index/unofficial-jamison-view-lookout  

Table Rock Lookout, Mulgoa, a wonderful place to visit

By | February 19, 2022

If you are after breathtaking views of the Nepean Gorge in the Blue Mountains National Park then “The Rock Lookout” will give you that. It’s a wonderful spot for a picnic. NOT suitable on a windy day. HERE: https://w3w.co/hunch.willingly.stowing KEY POINTS • Distance: 150m • Time: 20 mins return • Kid-safe: Older children only with… Read More »

Edith and Mabel Falls, Woodford, a wonderful mid mountains walk

By | January 20, 2025

Another one for your BUCKET LIST and or the SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ~ Edith and Mabel Falls, Woodford.   𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 • Distance: 3.5km • Grade: Easy • Kid-safe: Yes • Dogs on-leash: No • Steps: Not many • Accessible: No • Heights: Only Edith Falls might be an issue.   𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 This is an easy… Read More »

Lunch at Fortress Ridge Lookout, Leura

By | July 10, 2020

We ducked out of the office today and enjoyed an AMAZING LUNCH at Fortress Ridge Lookout, Leura. This is an unbelievable offering 180° views over the Grose Valley. Can you think of a better place to enjoy a treat while you take in the solitude and fantastic vista. We really enjoy our fancy lunches in… Read More »

Fortress Ridge Lookout, Leura

By | August 12, 2021

Another one for your BUCKET LIST – Fortress Ridge Lookout, Leura …… it has STUNNING VIEWS. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 Time: Up to 90 mins return Kid-friendly: Yes, with supervision Dog on-leash: No Accessible: No Heights: The lookout is not for anyone who has an issue with heights. NB: This area was impacted heavily by the fires,… Read More »

Undercliff Track, Wentworth Falls, one of the best walks in the Blue Mountains

By | January 10, 2023

The “Undercliff Track”, Wentworth Falls. This is one of the best walks in the Mountains YOU WILL LOVE IT.   This has to be one of the best family walks in the Blue Mountains. One of the great things about the walk is that you can do it “stand-alone” or you can combine it with… Read More »

𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗻i-𝗵𝗮-𝗵𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀, 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗮

By | November 30, 2024

Minni Ha Ha Falls is a great walk for the family and your “Bucket List”. It’s one of the best walks in the Blue Mountains. The walk isn’t difficult, although there are many steps and a few ladders. Simply follow the signs from the carpark. The track does get a little muddy in patches and… Read More »