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24.01.2022 People ask us all the time, "What do you DO down there when it's wet?" I would- 1 - drive along to HARGRAVES lookout at the end of Shipley road to check out the... overall view first. Even if it's a bit misty you get a real sense of the different landscape that lies to the West rather than the East of the upper mountains. It's also a really nice wander out to the point. 2 - if the ORCHARD is open on Shipley I'd pop in and grab some beautiful fresh, crunchy apples and a bottle of their amazing juice. 3 - I'd then head into the Valley itself where a slow drive around the bends gives a real different sense of the landscape. There are amazing views up through the rainforest up to the hanging cliffs. (Please let cars behind you pass when safe, they may need to get somewhere) 4 - a kilometre from where you start Megalong road you'll get to a hairpin bend. On this bend is a small unassuming sign for MERMAIDS CAVE. It's a very short, and steep (my two year old climbed up by himself) walk that leads between two rock faces down into a grotto like amphitheater. 10 minutes of your life you definitely won't regret. 5 - if it's really wet you'll see waterfalls on the right hand side just past the following hairpin. Pretty dramatic the way it seems to pour out of the tree tops. 6 - COACHWOOD GLENN is another very family friendly stroll through the rainforest. Kids absolutely love this one. 7 - by this time you'll probably need a coffee so pop in to MEGALONG TEAROOMS for a cup of our own blend Australian/organic/fair trade espresso. 8 - now you can head into the Valley propper, rolling Aussie countryside with old homesteads and churches, schools etc dotted along the road. 9 - if it's not too wet you could go for a horse ride but if like me you just want to relax on your day off you could pop up to wineries (weekends only) . Sensational views from the adjoining properties and lots of wine to taste taboot. A very civilised way to watch the world go by. 10 - from here you can carry on driving for about another 15 minutes right back out into the national park and a huge camp/picnic area. But unless you have a reasonably robust 2 wheel drive or 4wd you may just opt for a meander along the creek at OLD FORD RESERVE. When it's warmer the locals jump in the swim holes here but if it's pouring some element of care should be taken doing this! 11 - depending on how long that all took you'll probably be ready for lunch or some afternoon tea. I guess this is where you'll pop into the TEAROOMS again and share with us your tales. HAVE A GREAT DAY/WEEKEND See more

20.01.2022 www. themegalongvalley.com.au NEW WEBSITE NOW LIVE Check out this beautiful new website showing some of the attractions in this amazing part of the world just 90 minutes drive from Sydney. Walking, driving, riding, playing, eating, drinking, sleeping. There's something for the whole family whether for a day drive, a romantic weekend away or a week away from the hustle and bustle. Just 10 minutes drive back to the "big smoke" of Blackheath, modern dining and facilities are no...t too far away. Come down, slow down, ENJOY See more

15.01.2022 TGI Friday! Here's the BOOK WEEK trailer for those yet to see. This is the easiest link to share also! Help us show it off to the world friends! Young Henrys Dymocks Children's CharitiesScreen AustraliaDymocks Books

03.01.2022 Stunning midwinter sunset in the Megalong Valley! What a special part of the world. #megalongvalley #bluemountains #sunset