Australia

So, imagine you've got just 1 day to soak in the beauty of the Blue Mountains. You're probably thinking: "Where should I go? What's an absolute must-see?" Well, you're in luck because the walk I'm suggesting here has it all!

Lockleys Pylon is a staple among Blue Mountains hikes, offering sweeping 360-degree vistas of Mount Hay and Mount Banks' sandstone cliffs, alongside the picturesque Grose Valley eucalypt forests—all within an enjoyable 7-8-kilometer return journey.

When I think about all the walks I've done in the Blue Mountains, there's this one gem that always stands out in my mind – the South Lawson Five Waterfall Circuit Walk.

If you're looking for an incredible hiking trail close to Sydney, I've got the perfect gem for you: the legendary Grand Canyon Walk in the Blue Mountains.