A really beautiful lookout. Definitely worth a trip for anyone visiting Sydney. Make sure to stop…read morein the local town, too for beautiful shops.

I had no idea about the Blue Mountains in Australia until I started researching prior to my trip…read more One of the stars of the Blue Mountains are the Three Sisters, Wimalah, Meeni, and Gunedoo. Named from an Aboriginal legend. About 200 million years ago, volcanoes erupted through layers of sandstone and shale. Then eroded over time by wind, rain and rivers, causing the cliffs surrounding the Jamison Valley to be slowly broken up. Aboriginal legend says the three sisters - Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo belong to a Nepean tribe in the Jamison valley. All three sisters were in love with three brothers, but they couldn't marry because the tribes were rivals. (Romeo and Juliette times three). Ignoring the tribal laws, the brothers decided to kidnap Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo. Creating a major tribal battle. To protect the three sisters, the tribe took them to a witch doctor who would temporarily turn them into stone and hide them near the rocky wall until the war was over. Unfortunately, the witch doctor was killed before the spell was reversed. Leaving the three sisters in stone forever. Echo Point gives the greatest view of The Sisters. The extension view from here is breathtaking, as you can see for miles across the valley tree tops. From this point is the spot that Queen Elizabeth II first saw The Sisters. Incredibly stunning.

If you don't make the trip to the Blue Mountains in Australia, you're missing out! It was…read moreincredible and pictures don't do it justice. If you take the scenic cableway, you'll be able to see the three sisters (mountains) and the waterfall. It will take you across, and it's the highest drop in the world. When you're on the other side, you can hike to the waterfall or around the mountain. It's amazing, unforgettable, outdoorsy day!

This place kinda reminded me of the Grand Canyon but with lots of Trees. It has several trails that…read morewind through the Rainforest. This place is rich in Coal Miner's history, you see different artifacts through out the trails. The Scenic Cableway starts at the top of a mountain goes down a deep incline, so if you afraid of heights hold on tight, because it goes pretty fast but enough time where you can take pictures. You can get off and get back on and ride back up if you don't want to take the stairs.They also have the famous rock called Three Sisters and the Blue Mountains. They have several gift shops and places to eat. Bring a Jacket it was a bit cold in the Mountains.

Secret Sydney Tourist Spot - The Six Foot Track is a historic track from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves…read more44km long (27.5 mi). The elevation change is 1,600 m (5,200 ft) approx. Originally built about 6 feet wide, over 100 years ago,this walk takes you on a fantastic journey exploring the natural beauty between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves. I first hiked this track in 1990 when it was overgrown with a handful of markers along the way. There was no bridge over the Cox river and we had to walk through it with out packs on our head. During this inaugural hike, we hiked half way to Alum creek and camped. We were then hit with the largest snow fall in 20 years. Nearly 2 feet of snow fell overnight along Black Range. We ended up hiking all the way to Jenolan Caves through the snow! So a warning in winter the area can get hit with cold and snowy weather. This hike can be done in between 2-5 days depending on your fitness and time. There are 4 camping locations along the track spaced 5 enough apart you can plan your hike around 2,3,4 or 5 days to the next camping location. The suspension bridge which was installed in the mid 1990s has made the river crossing much easier and safer. This is one of the most amazing hikers I've ever done and by far my most favourite in the world! It goes though a Glen and rainforest, down to some plains, rolling hills in the Megalong Valley, Cox river, fairly steep mountain walk, pine forest and down to the amazing Jenolan Caves at the end. There is a lot of wildlife along the hike from Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wombats, Deer to Platypus in the rivers. I suggest this hike to anyone. It will be one of your most memorable experiences in the Blue Mountains.

The Blue Mountains is a pretty special place, where in the world does a forest of eucalyptus trees…read moreproduces an oil that somehow mixes with the atmosphere to create a blue hue? Fascinating. I have to say that out of all the lookouts on the Blue Mountains region that Govetts Leap has to take the cake as my favourite to date. It probably has something to do with the ever so beautiful weeping waterfall that goes on and on and on. Beautiful spot to even bring down the friends n slab of beer & a couple of sausages for a BBQ. The area has clean toilet facilities & is also the starting point for an array of hikes. Be warned you may take longer than indicated from all the stops you'll make to photograph... Yes it is that spectacular!