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Mount Wilson
A picturesque village with
cultivated gar dens and
exotic trees, it has been
called a “little corner of
the northern hemisphere”.
Some gardens are open
to the public in spring
and autumn.

Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens
This superbly landscaped garden,
specializing in cool-climate plants,
has sweeping views over the
Grose Valley.

Richmond

Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum
The stone cottage is home to a collection
of works by artist and writer Norman Lindsay
(1879–1967).

Tips for Travellers
Distance from Sydney: About
105 km (65 miles).
Duration of journey: About
90 minutes to Wentworth Falls.
Getting there and back: Follow
Metroad route 4 and the Great
Western Highway. Return by Bells
Line of Road to Windsor. State Rail
has regular services to the area.
An Explorer Bus runs from
Katoomba train station at 9:30am
on weekends and public holidays.
When to go: Year round. Always
be prepared for the cold, especially
when hiking, as the weather can
change rapidly in all seasons.
Where to stay and eat: Contact
the Visitor Information Centre.
Tourist information: Blue
0 kilometres 5 Wentworth Falls Mountains Visitor Information
An impressive double water fall is Centre, Echo Point, Katoomba.
0 miles 3
the starting point for the National Tel 1300 653 408. ∑ visitblue
Pass track, a challenging four-hour mountains.com.au
return walk to the next valley.
For keys to symbols see back flap

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