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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: 159
Places to stay: 10
Where: Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW

Three Sisters iconic rock formation, Katoomba, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: David Finnegan/OEH

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

Lane Cove National Park

Lane Cove National Park, not far from Sydney's city centre, is the perfect place for a family day out or school excursion. Explore historic sites along the Heritage walk or enjoy a picnic, canoe or go birdwatching.

Fees: Park entry fees apply.
Things to do: 23
Places to stay: 3
Where: 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

Sydney Harbour National Park

Sydney Harbour National Park protects islands and foreshore around Sydney Harbour. Explore Sydney's history on a school excursion or guided tour to enjoy coastal walks, picnics and swimming.

Fees: Park entry fees apply at some carparks. Landing fees apply for islands.
Things to do: 73
Places to stay: 4
Where: Sydney and surrounds

Kids playing at Jellybean Pool, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Steve Alton/NSW Government

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

Fishing in the Nepean River. Photo: John Yurasek © DPIE

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: 26
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

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