After almost 12 months of construction, the spectacular new development at Echo Point has been completed and is open to the community. The project has significantly enhanced the viewing experience at the site and includes: • a gathering place (community amphitheatre) • a new Prince of Wales Lookout providing a closer view of The Three… Read More »
If there is one thing the Blue Mountains is well known for, it is the stunning nature surrounding the area. From national parks and waterfalls to lookouts and picnic spots, there are plenty of places to turn when you need to escape the city for a little while. Lorraine Allanson, owner of Mountain Whispers, has… Read More »
Katoomba Cascade was in full flow on the 27th July 2020. Use your mouse to navigate around the 360° images. HERE>> https://www.askroz.com.au/event_detail/index/katoomba-cascades 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥: http://lnnk.in/@Visitor-WINTER 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡: http://lnnk.in/@After-Rain 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘 to the Ask Roz Blue Mountains’ “General” newsletter: http://lnnk.in/@Subscribe-ARBM-General
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 »
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 »
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 »
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
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 »
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… Read More »
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 »