Lithgow, west of the Blue Mountains, is definitely one of those lesser-explored regions just out of Sydney that shouldn’t be ignored.
The Blue Mountains is one of the most visited regions outside of Sydney, and yes it is a spectacular place to visit, but it’s surrounded by several areas that offer a vast array of worthwhile tourist attractions and places of interest. Lithgow and the surrounding towns, west of the Blue Mountains, is definitely one of those.
Lithgow is set in the midst of seven National Parks, seven State Forests and six sweeping valleys that will leave you gobsmacked!
From the wonders of the Glow Worm Tunnel to the wild majesty of Australia’s grand canyon, the Seven Valleys encompass over 4500 square kilometres of inspiring natural beauty and countless attractions to explore and discover; everything from the colonial town of Hartley to indigenous sites belonging to our first nation peoples.
Notably, Capertee Valley is the world’s second-largest canyon. Capertee Valley is one kilometre wider than the Grand Canyon, but not quite as deep, but you must stand in awe at the immenseness of this Valley.
Visit the Glow Worm Tunnel and visit The World Heritage-listed Wollemi National Park is the largest wilderness area in New South Wales and is a maze of stunning canyons, cliffs and vast undisturbed forests.
Book a farmhouse or cabin and go horse riding Centennial Glen Stables, grab some waterfront accommodation for your fishing, boating, kayaking or water skiing.
Find a holiday house near Tarana and visit the famous Tarana markets – or find the perfect accommodation in Lithgow to just escape, relax and rejuvenate. Don’t forget to book a holiday house with a log fire.
Discover events, adventures and experiences in a destination endowed with pioneering, industrial and indigenous heritage.
Walkthrough historic villages, visit a number of spectacular lookouts, swim or in one of the many lakes and rivers, try cider at a cellar door, try a traditional pie or dine in a pub with a view and chose and book any accommodation you could possibly want, from luxurious private homes right through to a little cottage rental.
Take a 4WD trip, walk and explore the many trails on foot or by jumping on your mountain bike. Or if you’d like to explore this amazing expanse from the air, try a helicopter ride.
Lithgow gives you the opportunity to enjoy a unique landscape, and explore fascinating sites of interest in an authentic environment at an unrushed pace.
Go underground in Jenolan Caves which boasts the most spectacular and largest cave system open to the public or soar through the Sydney Blue Gums at the foothills of The Blue Mountains on an array of flying foxes, tightropes and tunnels.
Just 2 hours from Sydney, Lithgow is an untapped natural and historical playground. Visit Search and Stay for family-friendly cabins, holiday houses, cottages or farmhouses for rent or find some dog-friendly accommodation, if you want to take your puppy.
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