The Blue Mountains are the most popular tourist destination in Sydney. But how many of them are aware of its hidden beauty? You’ve probably seen the Three Sisters, but did you know the Blue Mountains are home to a plethora of magnificent hikes and bush walks? There are numerous hikes in the Blue Mountains to choose from, depending on your talents and physical ability. You may be able to go abseiling or have a plunge in the water in addition to trekking.
When planning a hike to the Blue Mountains, think about how much time you have and what kind of travel gear you have. We’ve narrowed down some of the best hikes for your next trip and divided them into three categories: hiking difficulty, time to complete a full circuit, and trek distance. If you are planning a Blue Mountains busk walk, Sydney Private Tours, as a leading Blue Mountains private tour operator, has put together a bucket list for you.
What are the best bushwalks and hikes at the Blue Mountains?
SCENIC WALKWAY
Among all the walks in the Blue Mountains, this is the easiest. This track depicts the history of coal mining in the Blue Mountains and the methods used by miners to carry coal. This track is located in Scenic World and requires the purchase of a day pass to enter. A Lyrebird mimic could not be missed on our hike. This hike in the Blue Mountains is easy and takes 15 to 20 minutes to accomplish.
LEURA CASCADES FERN BOWER HIKE
The Fern Bower circuit is a 4.5-kilometre return circle that begins at Leura Cascades and takes more than three hours to complete. The course ranges in complexity from easy to medium, and it’s a great way to see the Blue Mountains. The trail runs through the verdant Jamison Valley and provides breathtaking views. This moderately difficult walk leads to the Echo Point, which is located near the Katoomba end. Taking an instagramable photo of the Bridal Veil Falls is one of the highlights you shouldn’t miss on this trail. See if you can spot a Wompa pigeon in the jungle, which is another highlight of this hike. Blue Mountains sunset tours are included with a Leura or a Katoomba cascade bushwalk.
GREAT ROUND WALK BLUE MOUNTAINS HIKE
One of the nicest Blue Mountains walks we’ve seen so far, and one that will appeal to a wide range of visitors. At the bottom of the Giant stairways, a track with a few adventures begins. The Great Round Walk is reached by turning right from the Giant Stairs. The trail leads to the Federal Pass and a display of flora and fauna native to the Blue Mountains rainforest. A full circle of this trip is around 6 kilometres long and might take up to 2.5 hours to complete.
CLIFFTOP WALKING TRACK
Another moderately difficult bushwalk can be found in Blackheath. The hike begins at Govetts Leap lookout and continues to Evans lookout. Hikers on this trail will be able to enjoy the breathtaking Grose Valley, as well as a haven for native birding. Barrow viewpoint, yellow-tailed black cockatoos, and king parrots are among the highlights of this Blue Mountains trip. The return loop is almost 6 kilometres long and will take about 3.5 hours to complete.
NATIONAL PASS, WENTWORTH FALLS
Taking the National Pass hike in the Blue Mountains is a big commitment, not for faint-hearted first-timers. A truly difficult but exciting walk built into the side of a cliff. The National Pass Trek, which was established in 1900, provides breathtaking views of Jamison Alley and Wentworth Falls. On this Blue Mountains climb, any hiker won’t forget to take an Instagram-worthy photo of Queen Victoria Lookout. The National Pass walk is about 5.4 kilometres long and takes approximately 2.5 hours to accomplish if you are in good shape.
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