Jen & Mal's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful Blackheath sits at the top of the Blue Mountains less than a 2hr drive from Sydney. Stunning vistas surprise at the end of Govett’s Leap and Evans Look Out Rds, both a short drive from the village. If gardens are your pleasure, then the Campbell Rhododendron Gardens on Bacchante St will not disappoint. Oct-Nov is recommended as the best flowering time. Blackheath has a true 4 Season climate, warm Summers, stunning Autumn colours, chilly Winters with occasional snow falls and a glorious Spring with cherry blossoms and daffodils. Foodies & gourmets are catered for too with great cafes, restaurants, bakeries and local markets. Whether you are a hardened adventurer, or out for a pleasant stroll, the walks, tracks and canyons in Blackheath and surrounds, offer a variety of outdoor activity.
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Blackheath
Beautiful Blackheath sits at the top of the Blue Mountains less than a 2hr drive from Sydney. Stunning vistas surprise at the end of Govett’s Leap and Evans Look Out Rds, both a short drive from the village. If gardens are your pleasure, then the Campbell Rhododendron Gardens on Bacchante St will not disappoint. Oct-Nov is recommended as the best flowering time. Blackheath has a true 4 Season climate, warm Summers, stunning Autumn colours, chilly Winters with occasional snow falls and a glorious Spring with cherry blossoms and daffodils. Foodies & gourmets are catered for too with great cafes, restaurants, bakeries and local markets. Whether you are a hardened adventurer, or out for a pleasant stroll, the walks, tracks and canyons in Blackheath and surrounds, offer a variety of outdoor activity.
Stunning views across the Grose Valley. Easy access and close to the village of Blackheath.
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Govetts Leap Falls
Stunning views across the Grose Valley. Easy access and close to the village of Blackheath.
A pleasant drive to the western end of Shipley Plateau passing local apple orchards, leads to Hargraves Lookout and magnificent views over the rural Megalong Valley.
At the very end of Shipley Plateau is Mount Blackheath, a popular hang-gliding site from a purpose-built ramp near the lookout at 1076 metres. If the conditions are right, gliders soar over the Kanimbla Valley and can sometimes reach Bathurst.
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Hargraves Lookout
Shipley RoadA pleasant drive to the western end of Shipley Plateau passing local apple orchards, leads to Hargraves Lookout and magnificent views over the rural Megalong Valley.
At the very end of Shipley Plateau is Mount Blackheath, a popular hang-gliding site from a purpose-built ramp near the lookout at 1076 metres. If the conditions are right, gliders soar over the Kanimbla Valley and can sometimes reach Bathurst.
Burramoko Fire Trail to Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock
This is an easy ride (or walk) with several length options depending on fitness. The trail follows a mainly level fire trail until the last 100m of track, and is therefore suitable for all ages and experience.
With breathtaking scenic views, wild flowers and photo opportunities along the way, keen bush walkers won’t want to miss out either.
Distance:
15.6km (return from Blackheath), with shorter options available.
Elevation Climb:
266m
Difficulty:
Easy
Time Suggested:
1 hour 30 mins return, plus lookout appreciation and exploration time. (Walk: 3-4 hours)
The Trail:
For a full 15km cycle or walk you can start in the town of Blackheath. Just park, or hop off the train at Blackheath Railway Station and head west along the Great Western Highway, then turn down Ridgewell Road on the right.
A short roll down Ridgewell Road will bring you to a carpark and from here on in there will be no vehicles to contend with. Continue through the gate and you'll soon start to enjoy immersing yourself in the Blue Mountains bush.
Burramoko Fire Trail is relatively flat with a couple of short steep inclines to test your strength. Travelling through heathland and open forests you'll have magnificent views on either side of the trail for most of your journey. This is a fire trail, so you'll have plenty of room all the way until the final gate just 100m from Baltzer Lookout which offers magnificent views of the Grose Valley.
You'll really want to spend some time to explore, so bring a chain and lock up your bike so you can relax and enjoy a potter around. The firetrail ends at a large clearing which is the perfect place to ditch the bike. Continue up the narrow, rough walking trail to another large clearing, then you'll find a rough and rocky path to Baltzer Lookout. From here you'll have magnificent view of the Grose Valley and the sheer sandstone cliffs that the Blue Mountains are famous for.
Hanging Rock is on the left and was harder to spot than expected. Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock are rough unfenced clifftops so extreme caution should be taken and children will need to be under supervision at all times. Hanging Rock is a large spire of sandstone that has split from cliff face and hangs precariously towards the valley. There are recent examples of landslips which can be seen from the lookout. This is a dangerous area. Remember - a
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Hanging Rock
Burramoko Fire Trail to Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock
This is an easy ride (or walk) with several length options depending on fitness. The trail follows a mainly level fire trail until the last 100m of track, and is therefore suitable for all ages and experience.
With breathtaking scenic views, wild flowers and photo opportunities along the way, keen bush walkers won’t want to miss out either.
Distance:
15.6km (return from Blackheath), with shorter options available.
Elevation Climb:
266m
Difficulty:
Easy
Time Suggested:
1 hour 30 mins return, plus lookout appreciation and exploration time. (Walk: 3-4 hours)
The Trail:
For a full 15km cycle or walk you can start in the town of Blackheath. Just park, or hop off the train at Blackheath Railway Station and head west along the Great Western Highway, then turn down Ridgewell Road on the right.
A short roll down Ridgewell Road will bring you to a carpark and from here on in there will be no vehicles to contend with. Continue through the gate and you'll soon start to enjoy immersing yourself in the Blue Mountains bush.
Burramoko Fire Trail is relatively flat with a couple of short steep inclines to test your strength. Travelling through heathland and open forests you'll have magnificent views on either side of the trail for most of your journey. This is a fire trail, so you'll have plenty of room all the way until the final gate just 100m from Baltzer Lookout which offers magnificent views of the Grose Valley.
You'll really want to spend some time to explore, so bring a chain and lock up your bike so you can relax and enjoy a potter around. The firetrail ends at a large clearing which is the perfect place to ditch the bike. Continue up the narrow, rough walking trail to another large clearing, then you'll find a rough and rocky path to Baltzer Lookout. From here you'll have magnificent view of the Grose Valley and the sheer sandstone cliffs that the Blue Mountains are famous for.
Hanging Rock is on the left and was harder to spot than expected. Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock are rough unfenced clifftops so extreme caution should be taken and children will need to be under supervision at all times. Hanging Rock is a large spire of sandstone that has split from cliff face and hangs precariously towards the valley. There are recent examples of landslips which can be seen from the lookout. This is a dangerous area. Remember - a
Popular walking track that showcases the beauty of the Blue Mountains
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Sentier de randonnée du Grand Canyon
Evans Lookout RoadPopular walking track that showcases the beauty of the Blue Mountains
The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens, Blackheath, are approximately 2 hours from Sydney CBD, at the top of the Blue Mountains.
These unique Gardens are one of the Blue Mountains' most favourite venues, where Azaleas and Rhododendrons are planted amongst the native eucalypts and bushland.
The Gardens are picturesque all year round, especially in April with brilliant autumn colours. But Rhododendron and Azaleaa blooms are at their exotic spectacular best in spring, usually between late-September and mid-November.
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The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens
1 Bacchante StThe Campbell Rhododendron Gardens, Blackheath, are approximately 2 hours from Sydney CBD, at the top of the Blue Mountains.
These unique Gardens are one of the Blue Mountains' most favourite venues, where Azaleas and Rhododendrons are planted amongst the native eucalypts and bushland.
The Gardens are picturesque all year round, especially in April with brilliant autumn colours. But Rhododendron and Azaleaa blooms are at their exotic spectacular best in spring, usually between late-September and mid-November.
Food scene
The Victory Café, located in the foyer of the old Victory Theatre at Blackheath offers an innovative seasonal lunch menu using fresh local produce. Great place to sit in the sun and soak up the holiday atmosphere.
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Victory Cafe
17-19 Govetts Leap RdThe Victory Café, located in the foyer of the old Victory Theatre at Blackheath offers an innovative seasonal lunch menu using fresh local produce. Great place to sit in the sun and soak up the holiday atmosphere.
At Thai Silk we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food.
The key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that taste great every single time. We pride ourselves on serving our customers delicious genuine dishes like: Asian, Thai
Eat delicious food. Grab a drink. But most of all, relax! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support.
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Thai Silk Restaurant
124 Wentworth StAt Thai Silk we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food.
The key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that taste great every single time. We pride ourselves on serving our customers delicious genuine dishes like: Asian, Thai
Eat delicious food. Grab a drink. But most of all, relax! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support.
Shopping
Celebrating the spirit of the Royal Easter Show pavilions of Sydney’s old showgrounds and operating as a magnificent interactive ‘living’ history space, the Hydro Majestic Pavilion houses a vibrant display showcasing boutique and unique food and wines from the Blue Mountains and its regions. Regions showcased will include Mudgee, Bathurst, Orange and the Western Plains.
Demonstrating the best regional gourmet food and wines of the area, “The Taste of The Blue Mountains” this retail and exhibition space totalling approximately 500 sqm is a tourism destination to explore the history of the Hydro, including multimedia screening areas and history tours.
Celebrating the spirit of the Royal Easter Show pavilions of Sydney’s old showgrounds and operating as a magnificent interactive ‘living’ history space, the Hydro Majestic Pavilion houses a vibrant display showcasing boutique and unique food and wines from the Blue Mountains and its regions. Regions showcased will include Mudgee, Bathurst, Orange and the Western Plains.
Demonstrating the best regional gourmet food and wines of the area, “The Taste of The Blue Mountains” this retail and exhibition space totalling approximately 500 sqm is a tourism destination to explore the history of the Hydro, including multimedia screening areas and history tours.
Pavilion at Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains
52-88 Great Western HwyCelebrating the spirit of the Royal Easter Show pavilions of Sydney’s old showgrounds and operating as a magnificent interactive ‘living’ history space, the Hydro Majestic Pavilion houses a vibrant display showcasing boutique and unique food and wines from the Blue Mountains and its regions. Regions showcased will include Mudgee, Bathurst, Orange and the Western Plains.
Demonstrating the best regional gourmet food and wines of the area, “The Taste of The Blue Mountains” this retail and exhibition space totalling approximately 500 sqm is a tourism destination to explore the history of the Hydro, including multimedia screening areas and history tours.
The Victory Theatre Antique Centre, presenting 50 dealers over two floors with wares ranging from jewellery, books, vintage clothing, paintings, dolls, ornaments, light fittings, fine china and porcelains, through to furnishings and furniture, boasts the greatest variety of stock in the Blue Mountains.
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Victory Theatre Antique Centre
21 Govetts Leap RdThe Victory Theatre Antique Centre, presenting 50 dealers over two floors with wares ranging from jewellery, books, vintage clothing, paintings, dolls, ornaments, light fittings, fine china and porcelains, through to furnishings and furniture, boasts the greatest variety of stock in the Blue Mountains.