Looking to be outdoors and active while taking in some of Sydney’s most famous views? Here’s 5 of the best hikes in Sydney to discover.
Minnamurra Falls Walk | Budderoo National Park
Distance: 4.2km (return)
Time 1-2 hours
Head 5.5 hours south of Sydney and discover a stunning rainforest walk, with waterfall and canyon views. Enjoy plenty of viewing platforms along the way to take in the trickling streams, mossy rocks and feathered ferns. There’s some steep inclines, but the views at the top are worth it!
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Karloo Pools | Royal National Park
Distance: 2km (one way)
Time: 1 hour
An oasis in the bush, only a short drive or train ride from Sydney! Before lunching at Uloola Falls, you’ll pass one of Sydney’s best watering holes for a refreshing dip. With no public toilets nearby, hit the trail in our Sweat to Splash range, so you can easily sweat and swim with no change required.
Leaura Cascades Fern Bower Circuit | Leura
Distance: 4.5km (loop)
Time: 3 hours
If you’re looking for waterfalls and scenic valley views, this walk is for you. It’s a challenging trail that will wind down into a rainforest valley before you’re greeted with pools and cool, moist air at the bottom. Make sure your Run Around Jacket is handy, for easy zip on/off as you trek through changing temperatures.
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Grand Canyon | Blackheath
Distance: 6.3km (loop)
Time: 3-4 hours
As one of Blue Mountain’s most popular tracks, you’ll see nature at its best. Pass looming sandstone walls carved out by the flowing creek over millions of years and walk through lush vegetation before resting at one of the various viewpoints along the trail that overlook the valley. If it’s raining, stay protected with our Cinch & Splash Trench, but watch out for rising creeks.
The Coast Track | Royal National Park
Distance: 26km (one way)
Time: 2 days
An hour south of Sydney, you can tackle this stunning coastal walk in one day, or stretch it out over two (with a night at North Era campground). Stretching between Bundeena and Otford, you’ll take in ocean views, secluded swimming spots, breaching whales (March-October), seasonal wildflowers and waterfalls over this moderately challenging walk. Keep your phone handy with our Run Around Runsie or In Tempo Ankle Legging, so you can capture the spectacular sights along the way.
