Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
Framing Wollongong, the Illawarra Escarpment is a dramatic 30 million-years-old formation, offering scenic lookouts, hiking, walking, birding, and picnic spots.
- Things to do
- 8
- Where
- South Coast
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Blue Mountains National Park
Explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park, home of the famous Three Sisters in Katoomba. Discover iconic lookouts and waterfalls, historic walking tracks, mountain biking, Aboriginal culture, adventure sports, and camping - right on Sydney's doorstep.
- Fees
Park fees apply in the Glenbrook area only.
- Things to do
- 156
- Places to stay
- 10
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park
Katoomba area is the heart of Blue Mountains National Park. This popular day trip from Sydney is home of the iconic Three Sisters as well as Grand Cliff Top Walk. It's packed with world-class views and waterfalls, including Wentworth Falls.
- Things to do
- 83
- Places to stay
- 2
- Where
- Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Royal National Park
A day trip or school excursion to Royal National Park in Sydney's south, will offer plenty of opportunities for barbecues, fishing, bushwalking, birdwatching and whale watching.
- Fees
Park entry fees apply.
- Things to do
- 63
- Places to stay
- 6
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds, South Coast
Glenbrook area in Blue Mountains National Park
Glenbrook area is your eastern gateway to Blue Mountains National Park from Sydney. Camp in the wild and enjoy natural swimming spots, Aboriginal rock art, walks and mountain biking, so close to Sydney.
- Fees
Park entry fees apply in the Glenbrook area of the park.
- Things to do
- 14
- Places to stay
- 2
- Where
- Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Bents Basin State Conservation Area
Visit Bents Basin State Conservation Area near Penrith and Camden for a school excursion or to go fishing, camping, swimming or picnicking.
- Fees
Park entry fees apply.
- Things to do
- 4
- Places to stay
- 1
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds
Budderoo National Park
Budderoo National Park, on the south coast of NSW, is known for its gorgeous waterfalls and lookouts. Enjoy rainforest walks and birdwatching opportunities on a school excursion or day trip.
- Fees
Park entry fees apply (Minnamurra Rainforest area only).
- Things to do
- 25
- Places to stay
- 1
- Where
- South Coast, Country NSW
Dharawal National Park
Walking and bike tracks, waterfalls and rock pools; Dharawal National Park near Helensburgh, an important place for Aboriginal people, is a great place to spend the day.
- Things to do
- 6
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds, South Coast
Georges River National Park
Georges River National Park is a great place for a family daytrip – enjoy a picnic or barbecue, go walking or fishing or take your boat out for a spin on the river.
- Fees
Park entry fees apply.
- Things to do
- 6
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds
Heathcote National Park
Visit Heathcote National Park near Waterfall in southern Sydney for self-sufficient bushwalking or camping. The park is easy to access and popular for mountain biking, hiking and waterholes, making for a great daytrip.
- Things to do
- 7
- Places to stay
- 1
- Where
- Sydney and surrounds, South Coast