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Isthmus Peak offers some of the most spectacular views in all of Wanaka. And not just from the peak, but along much of the trail. It’s a very steep hike, but your efforts are greatly rewarded. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk including difficulty and what it’s like to walk down in the dark!
The Rocky Mountain Summit Track has outstanding views with almost every step. It’s also far less steep and challenging than some of the better known walks in Wanaka. If you’re looking for mountain and lake panoramas that can be walked in just 3 hours, then this is the track for you. We’re sharing everything you need to know including track conditions and which section to avoid!
The Sealy Tarns Track offers some of the most incredible views in the Aoraki-Mount Cook National Park. To say it has the wow factor is an understatement. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the hike including difficulty, track conditions and a great turn around viewpoint if you don’t want to walk the whole trail, but still want to see one of the best views in the park.
The Mount Solitary hike is one of the most rewarding and challenging day walks in the Blue Mountains. Whilst a lot of the trail is spent in the forest, when you do come out to the views, they are sensational. The hike does involve a significant amount of scrambling and some route finding. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the track and trail conditions.
The Overcliff Undercliff Walk offers fantastic views without the big climbs you find on other walks in the area. As well as great valley views, you’ll spend most of the walk hopping over cute stepping stones beneath giant overhangs, which is incredibly atmospheric. We’re sharing exactly what to expect on the trail.
If you’re looking for a really easy bushwalk that still feels like you’ve got away into nature, then the Warriewood Wetlands and Jim Revitt Walk is a great choice. The trail is flat and well maintained and passes through some beautiful forest and wetland areas, with lots of birdlife. You can even stop for a paddle at the small waterfall. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk.
The Glen Rosa Track, a lesser known walk in the Blue Mountains, has lots of little off shoots to explore for those who like trails that are a little off the beaten path. There are a couple of interesting caves, some great views and even the remnants of the old flying fox. It’s un-signposted but we’re sharing full track notes as well as what to expect from the trail conditions.
There are so many amazing sunset spots in the Blue Mountains, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to deciding where to go. All have incredible views of the mountains and valleys. As well as the major spots you shouldn’t miss, we’re also sharing some hidden gems that you will hopefully get all to yourself!
The Wonderland Track in Medlow Bath is not your average bushwalk; with a cool cave, a couple of ladders and outstanding views, it’s surprising it’s not more well known. The path is rustic in places and the safety barriers are no more, but it’s not too difficult if you have a reasonable head for heights. There isn’t any signposting but we have you covered on all the directions.
This lesser known walk in the Blue Mountains offers incredible views and you’re likely to get them all to yourself! You can also visit the old coal mine and kiln which is a throwback to the industrial period between the 1860’s and 1920’s. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the trail, including how to visit all the sights, none of which are signposted.
Knapsack Bridge is an old sandstone viaduct built in the 1860’s which sits above a lovely little patch of rainforest. It’s a great spot to visit and a short and relatively easy bushwalk will take you there. We’re sharing all the details, including the side trails and another old heritage bridge nearby.
Karloo Pools is one of the most incredible wild swimming spots near Sydney. With deep emerald water and a stunning bushland setting, it’s one of Royal National Park’s must dos. It can get busy, but if that’s the case on your visit we’re letting you in on the secret alternative swimming spots which are reached from Karloo Pools itself.
River Caves Canyon is a stunning canyon which can be accessed without abseiling, it’s more of an adventurous bushwalk. The scenery is incredible as you walk beneath the towering canyon walls. The roads to get there and the trail itself are not signposted, but we have all the details to get you there in this post.
