The 7 best day hikes in the Blue Mountains, Sydney

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We explore seven of the best day hikes in the Blue Mountains or the "Blueys", as they are lovingly called by "Sydnysiders".

We were ready to go to the mountains. We had a great time to explore Sydney and climb the Harbor Bridge, but I really wanted to go outside again. And so we ventured from our cozy accommodations in Mantra on Kent in Sydney to a day trip to the Blue Mountains.

The Blue Mountains National Park, which belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a paradise for stressed Sydneysiders and offers a dramatic platform from sandstone rocks, deep gorges, eucalyptus forests and an abundance of rare and endangered plant and animal species. It is an excellent example of Australia's natural beauty and biodiversity and is 65 km from Sydney and is only a short car or train journey from Australia's largest city.

The Blue Mountains have their name from a surreal slate -colored haze that is at the landscape. It is said that the Blue Gum trees separate a fine oil fog that forms the bluish color.

The mountains house a network of hiking trails that are easy to reach by car or train, with several stations that connect the park directly with the downtown Sydney. We take a look at seven excellent day hikes in the Blue Mountains, all of which are easy to explore by car or train on a day trip from Sydney - preferably on a working day to avoid the crowds on weekends.

1. Round hiking trail

Distance: 1.2 km duration: 0.5-1 Stundschwiensung: Light to medium-sized train station: Catooma-proof information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

Alt = “Hikes in the Blue Mountains Sydney Round Walking Track”> Atlas & Boots The iconic rock formation Three Sisters

If you only do a hike in the Blue Mountains, then make the round walking track of the Katoomba cliff. The path is short and flush, but offers great views of the famous rock formation Three Sisters and the Katoomba Falls. It leads through a lavish rainforest gorge with numerous viewpoints that offer a panoramic view of the park.

2. Leura Cascades Far Bower Circuit

Distance: 4.5 km times: 2-3 hourly difficulty: Medium-sized station: KatoOmba / Keura-based information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

Alt = “Hikes in the Blue Mountains Sydney Leura Cascades Fern Bower”> Dream time The view over the Bridal Veil Falls

The Leura Cascades Far Bower Circuit hugs the imposing cliff line that surrounds the picturesque Jamison Valley. The path dipped under a stone arch and crosses streams and pedestrian bridges before clinging a cliff with a dramatic viewpoint over the Bridal Veil Fall. From here the path leads steeply into the rainforest and then climbs up the slopes of the valley over steep steps.

3. National Pass

Distance: 4.5 km times: 2-3 hourly difficulty: Medium-sized station: Wentworth case-by-case information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

alt = "hikes in the Blue Mountains Sydney National Pass"> Alex Proimos; CC BY-SA 2.0 The steep Grand Stairway leads to the reason of Wentworth Falls

The National Pass cut into the side of the cliff is one of the most spectacular day hikes in the Blue Mountains. The hiking trail offers incomparable views of the many natural wonder of the park.

The National Pass Trail not only offers a spectacular view of the Jamison Valley from the opposite side of Leura Cascades Fern Bower Circuit, but also the cascading Wentworth Falls. Perhaps the most impressive feature of the path is the dizzying Grand Stairway, which was built by hand in the early 20th century and leads to the foot of the Wentworth Falls.

4. Grand Canyon walk

Distance: 6.3 km duration: 3-4 hourly difficulty: easy to medium-sized station: Blackheatheestwänder information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

alt = "Hikes in the Blue Mountains Sydney Grand Canyon"> Dream time Australia's version of the Grand Canyon

One of the most historical hikes in the Blue Mountains, the circular route Grand Canyon Walk, begins at the Evans Lookout near Blackheath. The half -day hike is well shaded throughout thanks to the lush local vegetation of ferns and golden acacias. The path follows the Greaves Creek for a large part of the route, which means that water - in the form of streams and waterfalls - is never far away. This path can be combined with the Cliff Top Walking Track below for a full -day hike.

5. Cliff hiking trail

Distance: 6 km time: 3-4 hours of difficulty: easy to medium train station: Blacktheath Further information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

Alt = “Hikes in the Blue Mountains Sydney Cliff Top Walking Track”> Dream time The view along the valley of Evans Lookout

The Cliff Top Walking Track is another excellent half -day hike. The Cliff Top Walking Track is famous for its bird watching and wildflowers (especially in spring) and is more exposed, sunnier and warmer than the Grand Canyon Walk. Depending on where you start, the route starts or ends on the Evans Lookout, where you can join the Grand Canyon Walk for a full -day hike.

6. Burgruinenweg

distance: 6.6 km (back and forth) Duration: 4-5 Hours of Hour: Moderatenbahnhof: Katoomba-wing information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

Alt = “6. Hikes in the Blue Mountains Burgruinen from Sydney”> Dream time There is a steep climb to the Ruined Castle

escape the crowds on one of the quietest hikes in the Blue Mountains. Very few day trippers make it to the Ruined Castle Walk. The path begins on the golden staircase, some distance from the train station, so that a car is the best way to get to the starting point of the path. The historical mining route is more difficult than the previous hikes on this list and includes a steep climb with a few rock jumps, past large boulders, at the last approach to the impressive castle ruin.

7. Bundespass

distance: 13km duration: 5-6 hourly difficulty: heavy sting station: Katoombamehr Information: National Parks.nsw.gov.au

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The historical Federal Pass is the most demanding day hike on this list, but extremely worthwhile. The route follows the foot of the cliffs from Leura to Ruined Castle and shows an excellent cross -section of the Blue Mountains National Park: forests, waterfalls, gorges and the iconic rock formations of the Three Sisters and Ruined Castle.

With 13 km in one direction, the route is exhausting both in length and in the field. Hikers can either complete a 26 km round hike or cancel the hike by returning to the golden staircase at the beginning of Ruined Castle Walk.

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hikes in the Blue Mountains: The essentials

was: daily hikes in the Blue Mountains of Sydney, Australia.

Where: We divide our time in Sydney between Mantra 2 Bond Street and Mantra on Kent, which offer both apartment style accommodation in an excellent location.

The Mantra 2 Bond Street is located in Sydney's CBD (Central Business District) and within walking distance of the city's most important sights. The Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge are 15 minutes' walk away, while Circular Quay and The Rocks can be reached in just 10 minutes. WYNYARD station is two minutes away and is therefore an excellent starting point to explore Sydney's sights.

The apartments themselves are stylish and extremely comfortable. The executive studio apartments extend over 2 levels and are open and have a lowered lounge, a marble bath and a fully equipped kitchen-if you are happy to cook! A roof pool and a spa as well as a lobby café and a bar complete the excellent equipment of the hotel.

mantra on kent is less opulent, but just as comfortable. Our modern apartment with a bedroom offered a wide view over the city and simple access to Darling Harbor, five minutes away and for the Chinatown, ten minutes away. The stylish hotel has an in-house restaurant, conference rooms and a 24-hour reception. All apartments offer WLAN as well as kitchen and laundry options. With the Town Hall station 100 meters away and Wilson's parking spaces (for a fee), the Mantra on Kent is a convenient and convenient way to explore Sydney and the surrounding area.

mantra hotels offer accommodations across the country - a safe choice for comfortable accommodations in excellent locations.

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When: The best travel time for Sydney and the surrounding area is from September to November and from March to May. This avoids the high season from December to February and offers pleasant temperatures with manageable crowds.

How: The easiest way to reach the Blue Mountains from Sydney by car (we recommend Hertz Australia). The national park is a 90-minute drive from Sydney and parking spaces are available in several locations. In the Glenbrook area, a fee of 8 AUD ($ 6) per vehicle and day is charged.

To reach the Blue Mountains from Sydney by train, take a train from the Central Station in Sydney to Katoomba (2 hours with the Blue Mountains Line) or to the train stations that are specified under each hike. Check the timetables on the transport for NSW website. Pedestrians can enter the park free of charge.

Further information can be found on the official park website.

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