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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Former St Bernards Church
Take a tour or arrange an event at Former St Bernards Church in Hartley, a lovingly preserved example of colonial sandstone architecture.
Gold Rush Antiques
Nestled in the heart of Hartley Historic Site is Gold Rush Antiques. Browse through a beautiful selection of antiques, while enjoying an immersive shopping experience near Lithgow.
Talisman Gallery
Stop by Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site between Lithgow and Mount Victoria. You can browse a selection of unique metal art and silver jewellery by local artisan blacksmith Ron Fitzpatrick.
Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
Visit Blue Mountains Heritage Centre to get expert advice on walking tracks, Aboriginal heritage, plants and animals and activities.
Greater Blue Mountains drive
Greater Blue Mountains Drive takes in the iconic scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains Area World Heritage Property. Explore Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba and beyond.
- Distance
- 1,200
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Ruined Castle walking track
The hard Ruined Castle walking track rewards with historic mining heritage and scenic views over Jamison Valley in Blue Mountains National Park near Katoomba.
- Distance
- 6.6km return
- Time
- 4 - 5hrs
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Six Foot track
A challenging 3-day hike, Six Foot track winds from Katoomba, passing through Kanangra-Boyd National Park and state forests. The track now ends at Binda Bush cabins while Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed. This walk is managed by Crown Land.
- Distance
- 42km one-way
- Time
- 3 days
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Federal Pass
Historic Federal Pass is a challenging walk in Blue Mountains National Park. Set out from either Leura or Katoomba and enjoy views of the Three Sisters, waterfalls and Scenic World.
- Distance
- 13km one-way
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre
Stop in at Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre to find out about the history of the buildings and village, book tours, and stock up on snacks and drinks.