Paradise Pool - one of the best wild swimming spots in the Blue Mountains

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.

Our top tips for visiting Yerranderie, the Blue Moutains ghost town

Our top tips for visiting Yerranderie, the Blue Moutains ghost town

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!

Springwood Lagoon: a gorgeous family friendly swimming hole in the Blue Mountains

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.

Butterbox Point & Mount Hay - the Blue Mountains walk for jaw-dropping views

Butterbox Point & Mount Hay - the Blue Mountains walk for jaw-dropping views

The Butterbox Point and Mount Hay circuit may just be the best walk for views in the Blue Mountains that virtually no one talks about. This trail has some of the most magnificent views in the area, without the need to hike very far at all! So here’s what to expect on this walk and why it’s one of our favourites in the Blue Mountains.

Curracurrang Falls: Royal National Park's secret waterfall you can swim under

Curracurrang Falls: Royal National Park's secret waterfall you can swim under

Curracurrang Falls is a hidden gem in Royal National Park: a picturesque waterfall with a gorgeous pool to swim in. It’s also blissfully quiet - primarily because it’s not signposted so no one would know its there. We’ll give you step by step instructions to get there, as well as a more scenic version of the walk to this beautiful oasis.