Best things to do in The Central West
Yerranderie is a pretty long drive from anywhere and that’s precisely what makes it extra special. Once a prosperous silver mining town it’s now an off beat destination for lovers of quiet bushland, wild swimming and those that want to have a poke around what is now known as the ‘ghost town’. We’re sharing tips for your visit including what it’s like to stay in the old miners hut!
How to find the stunning natural infinity pool at Yerranderie. With its iridescent blue green water and the surrounding orangey rock walls and waterfall, it’s a swimming hole to remember.
We’re sharing all the best things to do in and around Bathurst; from gorgeous wild swimming spots, to mysterious caves, old gold mining villages, a beautiful stately home, stunning waterfall and of course all the great museums.
How to find the beautiful secluded swimming holes on the Capertee River at Coorongooba campground.
Ganguddy Dunns Swamp is one of the most underrated parts of Wollemi National Park. It’s a stunning area with incredible easy to access pagodas, a huge cave, Indigenous rock art and the chance to swim or kayak in the pristine waterways. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan the perfect trip.
We’re sharing the best things to do in Mudgee from which wineries are the real must do’s, to sunset spots, Aboriginal rock art sites, walking trails and wild swimming spots. Our first hand experience will help you make the most of one of Sydney’s best weekend getaway destinations.
Ferntree Gully is a magical place. We’re sharing details on the best circuit walk, which takes you through dense rainforest to an incredible canyon.
The Weir Walk is a fantastic circuit track showcasing the best of Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp. It offers some truly jaw dropping views as well as the chance to visit an impressive cave. If you’re a fan of wild swimming there are plenty of opportunities to hop into the lake for a refreshing dip. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk from track conditions to where to go for a dip.
Everything you need to know about the walk to Tunnel Cave and Verandah Cave, including difficulty and track conditions.
If you love the Hunter Valley but you’re keen to try somewhere new then Orange is the perfect place for you. The food and wine scene is fantastic and there are less crowds than you’ll find in the Hunter. Here’s what to do in Orange for a fantastic weekend away.
The Pagoda Lookout walking track is spectacular and it doesn’t take much effort to reach some truly amazing views. It gets even more special if you visit during the soft light of sunset. We’re sharing what to expect from the best walk in Ganguddy Dunns Swamp.
The Falls Water Falls is the most beautiful wild swimming spot in Orange. We’re sharing how to get to the base of the falls and what to expect from the swimming hole.
The Evans Crown Track takes you up to an incredible collection of giant granite boulders. It’s also a great spot to watch the sunset and the straightforward walk down makes it an easy win. We’re sharing everything you need to know about exploring Evans Crown.
Arch Cave is one of Orange’s best adventures. You won’t find beautiful formations, but instead it will wow you with incredible entrances and several picturesque arches. One half of the cave is more wild and involves some easy scrambling, whilst the other is maintained and easy to access. We’re sharing exactly what to expect from both.
Federal Falls is a spectacular waterfall close to Orange. There are a couple of ways of getting to the falls depending on if you take the normal walking track or the secret backdoor route. We’re sharing both in this guide.
The best wineries in Mudgee based on our personal experience, from the most atmospheric cellar door to the most spectacular views. We’re also sharing where to picnic among the vines, and the best option for a wine matched dinner to remember.
The Drip Gorge is the perfect place to come when you’re all wined out from visiting too many of Mudgee’s incredible vineyards. It’s a short, easy walk which is absolutely beautiful and offers the chance for a dip at the end. We’re sharing exactly what to expect from the trail, as well as another great stop nearby.
The Castle Rocks Walk is a Mudgee must do. You’ll feel like you’ve walked into an ancient lost city, with absolutely jaw dropping views. We’ll tell you what to expect, how difficult it is and the best time to visit.
The Forge is an incredible stretch of the Macquarie River which is squeezed between jagged rocks forming small but powerful waterfalls before gushing out into large deep swimming holes. There are no signposts or set path, we’re sharing how to find it as well as everything you need to know to visit safely.