Blue Gum Forest
Blue Gum Forest is a fine, historic example of closed forest, situated in Grose Valley in Blue Mountains National Park. Get to it by walking track from Perrys lookdown or Pierces Pass.
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Hartley Courthouse
This fine example of colonial architecture allows you to imagine the convicts, magistrates and members of the public passing through its doors. Book a guided tour through Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre.
- Price
- Fees apply. Free park entry.
- Where
- Hartley Historic Site in Sydney and surrounds
Scheyville Camp precinct
Take an easy walk around Scheyville Camp precinct in Scheyville National Park and explore the area's fascinating heritage. See restored buildings, remnants of structures long fallen, and uncover their unique history through interpretive signs.
St Bernards Church
Take a tour or arrange a wedding at St Bernards Church in Hartley, a lovingly preserved example of colonial sandstone architecture.
Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings
Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings near Windsor, just north of Sydney, are an important part of Australian history and a must-see for history buffs.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Cattai National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Bicentennial trail: Crown Creek fire trail
For horseriding or mountain-biking, take Crown Creek fire trail. This iconic part of the east coast's Bicentennial trail reveals staggering scenic views and a feeling of complete freedom.
- Distance
- 8.2km one-way
- Time
- 5hrs
- Where
- Gardens of Stone National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
Visit Blue Mountains Heritage Centre to get expert advice on walking tracks, Aboriginal heritage, plants and animals and activities.
Great North walk - Lane Cove National Park
Passing through Lane Cove National Park, this multi-day hike offers stunning scenery across Sydney, the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. Tackle part of the track for an easy day walk.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 20km one-way
- Time
- 6 - 8hrs
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Lane Cove National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Old Great North Road bike ride
Mountain bike or walk the Old Great North Road. It’s an important piece of Australia’s history and part of the Convict Sites of Australia World Heritage Area.
- Distance
- 43km one-way
- Time
- 1 day
- Where
- Koolewong Flora Reserve, Dharug National Park, Yengo National Park in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast
Greater Blue Mountains drive
Greater Blue Mountains Drive takes in the iconic scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Explore Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba and beyond.
- Distance
- 1,200
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park, Upper Nepean State Conservation Area, Comleroy Flora Reserve, Parr State Conservation Area, Yengo National Park, Goulburn River National Park, Abercrombie River National Park, Wollemi National Park, Gardens of Stone National Park, Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW, South Coast, North Coast
