Shaws Creek Pool is hidden away down an un-signposted trail in the Blue Mountains. Venture down this unmarked path and you’ll discover a wild swimming paradise. We’re sharing how to get to the pool, including difficulty and trail conditions.
Sharks Head Cave Circuit: epic swimming holes and a hidden cave
Peridot Pool and the hidden swimming spots beyond
Paradise Pool - one of the best wild swimming spots in the Blue Mountains
Paradise Pool got its name for a reason. This stunning swimming hole is easily one of the best in the Blue Mountains, if not all of NSW. With a large, deep pool big enough for a proper swim, a stunning secluded setting and even its own waterfall, it really is hard to beat. We’re sharing everything you need to know about getting there and what to expect when you arrive.
Springwood Lagoon: a gorgeous family friendly swimming hole in the Blue Mountains
You’ll find Springwood Lagoon hiding deep within Sassafras Gully. Surrounded by gum trees with its shimmering green water and a tiny sandy beach, it’s a beautiful spot with a mix of shallow and deep water, perfect for all the family. We’re sharing how to find it as well as difficulty and trail conditions.
Florabella Pass: a picturesque dog friendly walk in the Blue Mountains
Glenbrook Gorge - a stunning secluded swimming spot in the Blue Mountains
Glenbrook gorge is incredible. It feels wonderfully wild, yet is less than one hour from Sydney city centre! Swimming in the deep green water between the towering gorge walls is something that you won’t forget. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk to get there and what the swimming spots are like.
Insider tips for Jellybean Pool and other nearby alternatives
Jellybean Pool is one of the best swimming holes in the lower Blue Mountains, just an hour away from Sydney. The picturesque pool is surrounded by gorgeous bushland and is a great size for a proper swim. However, there’s a caveat, it is not the place to come on a hot summer weekend. We’re sharing why and everything else you need to know about the pool and nearby alternatives.
How to find the jungly ruins of the old Faulconbridge Timber Mill
Faulconbridge Point: secluded wild swimming & epic sunset spot in the Blue Mountains
Magdala Falls - the hidden grotto waterfall one hour from Sydney
Turtle Falls: a hidden waterfall pool in the Blue Mountains
The Duck Hole: an easy Blue Mountains beach day
Glenbrook Beach and the incredible secret swimming hole beyond
Valley Heights Waterfall: a secluded wild swimming spot in the lower Blue Mountains
Crayfish Pool: is this the most enchanting swimming spot in the Blue Mountains?
Bruces Walk: ladders, caves and a hidden waterfall
If you love your walks a little off the beaten track then this lesser known Blue Mountains trail could be just what you’re looking for. With some gorgeous rainforest, four ladders, a couple of cool shelter caves and a glorious cave waterfall, it has more than a few treasures worth seeking out. We’re sharing exactly what to expect, including trail conditions.
Blue Mountains fireflies: where and when to experience the magic
There are few things more magical than standing in the darkness watching flashes of gold light illuminate the night sky. For just a few weeks a year that’s exactly what you’ll find at multiple locations in the Blue Mountains. We’re sharing everything you need to know about viewing the spectacular firefly displays.
Jack Evans Track: secluded wild swimming in the Blue Mountains
The Jack Evans Track offers the easiest route down to Erskine Creek. Once at the bottom of the gorge you’ll be treated to a stunning wild swimming spot complete with huge beach to relax on for the afternoon. The scenery is gorgeous with dense forest and high cliff walls. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the trail and swimming in the creek.
Peggy's Pool: a hidden oasis in Faulconbridge
Peggy’s Pool is a secluded oasis in the heart of Faulconbridge. There’s a small waterfall and gorgeous fern covered overhang which keeps the whole area completed shaded. It’s the perfect picnic spot on a hot day. It’s not signposted and finding the trailhead can be difficult, but we have exact instructions in this post.