BLUE MOUNTAINS National Parks & Bushwalks One of the most appealing aspects of the Blue Mountains region is the accessibility it offers visitors of all ages. There are so many ways to make direct contact with the area’s history, culture and spectacular natural beauty. Along with numerous walking tracks, there are plenty of ideal spots for rock climbing, hang-gliding, canyoning, caving and horseriding. Take any trail and you can expect to experience great diversity in terms of scenery, watering holes, plants, trees, birds and wildlife, along with many cultural and heritage sites. You’ll also see fine examples of early stonemasonry and the practical use of natural materials, which have ensured that constructed features blend into the landscape. Tracks cater to all abilities - the Fairfax Track in Blackheath, for instance, is a short walk that allows you bring a stroller so family members of all ages can enjoy the glorious views across Govetts Leap. The Blue Mountains is famed for its natural beauty and bushwalking. The BM Heritage Centre at the end of the built area on Govetts Leap Road Blackheath, just before the spectacular lookout is a good place to check out before setting out on your walk. The knowledgable staff can answer all your walking and locational questions and there is also a well stocked souvenir and outdoor shop and a gallery featuring a new exhibition each month. The historic National Pass Trail in Wentworth Falls, is considered one of the country’s finest walks. It’s a six-kilometre round trip featuring majestic wild scenery, waterfalls and a Grand Stairway with 173 hand-carved stone steps. The Pass is generally agreed to be a three-hour walk for anyone that has a reasonable aerobic fitness level.
(above) Leura Cascades by Claire Weaver (below) Overlooking the Wollemi Pines (below right) Hanging Rock, Blackheath by Denys Joannes
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