What to do and see in New South Wales, Australia: The Best Things to do Adventurous

September 28, 2021 Augustus Redeker

New South Wales (abbreviated as NSW) is a state on the east coast of Australia. It borders Queensland to the north, Victoria to the south, and South Australia to the west. Its coast borders the Tasman Sea to the east. The Australian Capital Territory is an enclave within the state. New South Wales' state capital is Sydney, which is also Australia's most populous city. In March 2017, the population of New South Wales was over 7.8 million, making it Australia's most populous state. Just under two-thirds of the state's population, 4.67 million, live in the Greater Sydney area. Inhabitants of New South Wales are referred to as New South Welshmen.
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1. Bald Rock National Park

Tenterfield, New South Wales Australia +61 2 6736 4298 http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/Bald-Rock-National-Park
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5.0 based on 206 reviews

Bald Rock National Park

Reviewed By Amethyst_Cat_Oz - Brisbane, Australia

After the bush fires of over 12 months back, Bald Rock National Park is recovering. Eucalypts are starting to branch out after sprouting along their trunks and native herbs are flowering in high Summer. We took the longer walk to the summit through swathes of new growth. Despite claimed as 3 hours one way we were there in an hour. There's a bit of clambering to be done near the end but all manageable for folks of average fitness. We didn't traverse the short, steep section. The track is well maintained and a credit to the NPWS. We had read it cost $7 for a day visit. This, we discovered, is now $8. Well worth the price.

2. Tomaree Head

Tomaree National Park 2 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales Australia +61 422 372 273 http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/fort-tomaree-walk
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5.0 based on 719 reviews

Tomaree Head

Reviewed By DebB123123 - Lismore, Australia

Paved path up the hill for about 600m with some seating for rests, then you can go sideways for 650 m to see the WW11 bunker which was just an empty shell and not worth it, or walk up to the summit, it does have sections of steep metal stairs with narrow steps, but then more gentle areas to get your breath back before the next stairs. The path wraps around the hill near the top to give great views of the coast and 2 viewing platforms at the top where I saw 2 whales and a pod of dolphins, well worth the effort

3. Kanangra-Boyd National Park

New South Wales Australia +61 2 4787 8877 [email protected] http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/NationalParks/parkHome.aspx?id=N0016
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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Reviewed By Reviewers17

There are 3 walks: Waterfall (30 mins max) Lookout (10 mins max from car park) Plateau Walk (30 mins max each way but you will want to spend some time admiring the incredible view). You can look at a cave enroute - it says 10 min return but it is only about 30 seconds along the path. It took us 30 mins to drive there from the entrance to the park in our 4wd. It can be done in a normal car but a little slower. There was a campground enroute and lots of other driving and walking tracks if you have time to explore more before getting to the Kanangra Walls. It then took us 20 minutes to get to the Jenolan Caves from here.

4. Drawing Room Rocks

Woohill Mountain Road Broughton, Berry, Shoalhaven, New South Wales 2535 Australia http://berry.org.au/explore/drawing-room-rocks-bushwalk-lookout/
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Drawing Room Rocks

Reviewed By TMacintyre - Wanniassa, Australia

Great short walk near Berry & Kangaroo Valley, 3km's return, depending on fitness level about 1hr return. There are some moderate uphill sections but the walk is generally easy. The track is clearly defined and fun walking underneath the sub-tropical canopy. The views over the Illawarra are spectacular, along with the unique rock formations. Keep kids and dogs on leash there are severe drop-offs at the top.

5. Mount Warning Summit Trail

Mount Warning, New South Wales 2484 Australia http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/Wollumbin-National-Park
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5.0 based on 43 reviews

Mount Warning Summit Trail

Reviewed By RKTALREJA - Queensland, Australia

Its around 5hrs climb,wear the proper shoes, and bring plenty of water.last 400m climb is challenging, its a steep rock, u will climb with follow the chain. On the top view is amazing.whole track is cover with beautiful rainforest.

6. Grand Canyon track

Evans Lookout Road, Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales Australia +61 2 4787 8877 http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/Walking-tracks/Grand-Canyon-track
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Grand Canyon track

Reviewed By MrButterfly2014 - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

The Grand Canyon Loop is just over 6km long, This Grand Canyon Walk was a true bushwalking adventure, with wonderful views, vibrant rainforest, waterfalls, creek crossings, impressive sandstone walls and massive rock overhangs. Whilst it had some very steep sections both climbing down into the ravine and later climbing out, the track itself was very well maintained and had countless stunning views along the way. However the last forty minutes or so climb up the canyon wall to the top edge was very tough going but finally we got to Evans lookout which did not disappoint, wiith breathtaking views across the immense Grose Valley. After a further 30 minutes, we reached our cars for a well earned sit down. Well worth a visit..

7. Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney, New South Wales 2060 Australia 1800 067 676 https://www.sydney.com/destinations/sydney/sydney-city/sydney-harbour/sydney-harbour-bridge
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4.5 based on 13,919 reviews

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Spanning the city center to the North Shore, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is a wide steel arch bridge known for its beauty as well as function, providing a crossing for cars, trains, bikes and pedestrians. While the more daring can do the BridgeClimb to the top of the structure, opened to traffic in 1932, anyone can enjoy a walk for free.

Reviewed By iljames - Atlanta, United States

It really is an easy walk across on the footpath, takes maybe 20 minutes each direction. During the winter months, make sure you dress in layers as the winds can feel cold. Crossing over to Milsons Point, there are steps as well as an elevator to take you down to an area of cafes and restaurants, including a very decent coffee shop called the Kirribilli. Walk back towards the harbor and there are nice views towards the Opera House and Circular Quay. You can walk around the nearby Luna Park Amusement Park and take a ferry back to Circular Quay - going underneath the Harbour Bridge in the process. On the Circular Quay end of the bridge, you can go to the Pylon Lookout for spectacular views looking down on the harbour and the Opera House as well as great views of the city skyline. There is a charge, I believe it is 25 Australian Dollars for adults. I am over 65, and was able to get a concession rate by showing my US drivers licence. Note that the Lookout closes at 5pm, and there is no elevator / lift or escalator. You have to walk up 200 stairs, and it can be exhausting, but is so worth it..

8. Mount Kosciuszko National Park

Thredbo Village, Kosciuszko National Park, New South Wales Australia http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/Kosciuszko-National-Park
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4.5 based on 600 reviews

Mount Kosciuszko National Park

Extending over 2,664 square miles, this park contains Australia's highest mountain, Mount Kosciuszko.

Reviewed By Oscar_B_Wilde - New South Wales, Australia

My family and I spent 3 days in the park, doing the Rainbow lake walk, the Summit walk and the waterfall walk. The highlight was walking the Summit trail to watch the sunrise.

9. Jenolan Caves

4655 Jenolan Caves Rd, Jenolan Caves, New South Wales 2790 Australia +61 1300 763 311 [email protected] http://www.jenolancaves.org.au
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Jenolan Caves

Jenolan Caves are the largest, most spectacular and most famous caves in Australia. Explore the world's oldest caves - one of the most outstanding cave systems in the world. You are never too young or old to experience the amazing - award-winning tours, adventure caving and scenic bush walks. Glimpse Australian birds and animals in the wild, including kangaroos and platypus. Relax in our magnificent Chisolm's Restaurant, cafe or bar. We even offer accommodation - hotel, motel, cottage or backpacker lodge. Set in Blue Mountains World Heritage wilderness, Jenolan Caves are a national treasure, of awe-inspiring beauty and scale. Please note that our amazing caves are closed temporarily due to COVID-19 restrictions, however we are currently welcoming guests to our hotel, restaurant and cafe.

Reviewed By samis892 - Sydney, Australia

The caves are well worth a visit. We toured the stunning Orient cave on the 1st day, stayed the night in a family room (very comfortable), had dinner in the Jenolan House restaurant (outstanding lamb shanks & desserts to die for) & toured the popular Lucas cave the next day. We also did the river walk (in the blue lagoon I 1st thought the bubbles that float regularly to the surface were turtles but we soon learnt that they are in fact a family of resident Platypus - very cool!) There's also a self-guided cave you can visit called the Devil's coachhouse - a decent walk not for the faint hearted but there's also a lookout you can reach without having to venture down the side of the mountain for the entry to the massive cave. You'll find it along the six foot walking track. Will definitely be returning with swimmers for the waterfall lagoon & to tour the many other caves.

10. Mount Warning

New South Wales Australia http://www.mtwarning.net/index.html
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4.5 based on 160 reviews

Mount Warning

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