Many families are starting to think about new and creative alternatives to Halloween. They are starting to turn Halloween on its head and make it a day to celebrate things they’re thankful for, connect with their friends and neighbours and contribute to the community in a meaningful way. We have developed 10 fun family alternatives…
How’s the Serenity? Spring is the perfect time of year to visit The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath! This is when the Rhododendrons are in their most vivid and spectacular beauty. On sunny days – and even when the weather is cold – the (COVID safe) Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath are a wonderful place to stroll with…
Sofala Gold Prospecting manufactures River Sluices and Rocker Boxes. These items are of the highest quality for you to enjoy whilst fossicking for the shine. They also now run classes to teach you the art of panning. Unfortunately, the following Gold Panning Tour is no longer available. Our Fabulous Gold Panning Experience We seem to…
Your kids will love Horseshoe Falls Hazelbrook! It is a short and pictureque walk that presents you and your family with gorgeous waterfalls amidst a Blue Mountains wonderland. There are four main waterfalls to explore along this track but you can choose to turn around after any of them, depending on the age and stamina…
WALKING TRACKS UPDATE BY BLUE MOUNTAINS CITY COUNCIL 5/4/22 Council is currently assessing walking tracks in the City and closing any considered at risk given recent unprecedented rainfall and the tragic landslip that occurred in Blue Mountains National Park, at Wentworth Falls on 4 April 2021. All tracks in the Wentworth Falls and Valley of…
Winter is a fantastic time of year to explore the beauty of Blue Mountains bushwalks with children. This hidden gem of a track is a sensational one for families to explore and soak up the amazing diversity of the Blue Mountains. Birdwood Gully/ Madolin Glen track is a medium grade 2.6km bushwalk in Springwood that…
When you are bushwalking in the Blue Mountains National Park, there are no guarantees of ‘child-proof’ tracks. You are out in nature and it is not a controlled environment (and that’s the beauty of it!). However, it is important to be prepared and know what to bring in case the unexpected happens. Here are our…
For more parks and playgrounds in the Blue Mountains, please visit our Entertainment & Activities section. There are some amazing parks and playgrounds in the Blue Mountains, making it an ideal place to raise a family. Not only can we enjoy all of the beautfiul bushwalks but we have our pick from over 50 parks…