Category Archives: Blue Mountains Australia

Explore the Blue Mountains’ own Glow Worm Tunnel

By | January 3, 2023

Once abandoned and now a natural wonder, Glow Worm Tunnel is home to millions of little critters that simulate the night sky. The Glowworm Tunnel is a disused railway tunnel between Lithgow, New South Wales and Newnes, New South Wales, Australia. It is notable for its resident glow-worms, the bioluminescent larvae of Arachnocampa richardsae, a… Read More »

Elysian Rock Lookout is one of the best lookouts in the Blue Mountains

By | July 29, 2022

Elysian Rock lookout is one of the BEST lookouts in the Blue Mountains. It is actually 2 lookouts joined by the Buttenshaw Bridge. It offers outstanding views all day, especially at sunrise. Ask Roz web link ELYSIAN ROCK MEANING The adjective “elysian” describes a blissful state, like the one most people hope to enjoy. The word Elysian comes from… Read More »

Grand Canyon bush walk, one of the states best nature walks

By | January 17, 2023

  NPWS list the Grand Canyon walk at Blackheath as one of the state’s best one day walks. Arresting sandstone walls, ever-present waterfalls and abundant native plants line the awesome Grand Canyon track near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains. The historic loop track takes you into the heart of this World Heritage-listed landscape. It’s an… Read More »

South Lawson Park, walks and waterfalls

By | July 30, 2021

South Lawson Park has historical significance at the local level as an example of a recreation reserve developed by local trustees over a period of about 30 years with walking tracks to allow access to its scenic attractions. The full loop is about 3.5km and it’ll take you about 90 minutes to complete. It’s family-friendly… Read More »

Phantom Falls, Katoomba, Blue Mountains

By | January 2, 2024

The mysterious weather phenomenon colloquially known as Phantom Falls occurs predominantly in Autumn and Spring. For the Falls to appear, the weather conditions must be exact with high humidity. CLICK the eMag image to view it. This natural event is caused by air in the Jamison Valley being warmed by the sun’s rays and rising… Read More »