From lap pools to ocean pools, harbour pools to waterfalls, Sydney is arguably the best major city in Australia for swimming, if not the world! And Places We Swim Sydney covers the very best of the city's famous and hidden swimming spots.After the success of their first book, Places We Swim, authors Caroline Clements and Dillon Seitchik-Reardon have followed up with a deep dive into Sydney in this ultimate city guide to the aqueous outdoors. Places We Swim Sydney is divided into six city regions, encompassing walks and swims within two hours of the CBD – from Manly in the north, to Maroubra in the east, Royal National Park in the south, and out to the Blue Mountains in the west. You'll discover just what makes each swimming spot unique, learn the best time to go, gain some useful local knowledge and find out the most delicious things to eat nearby.With destinations ranging from neighbourhood city pools to gorges that feel like the outback, Places We Swim Sydney is a celebration of not just these magnificent swimming locations, but of the diverse landscapes and water-loving communities that make up Sydney.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Sydney is blessed with an abundance of incredible wild swimming spots just waiting to be discovered! Whether you are looking for waterholes big enough to swim laps in, or small secluded pools beneath waterfalls, we’ve got a spot you’ll love on this list. Here are the best wild swimming spots close t
Sydney is blessed with an abundance of incredible wild swimming spots just waiting to be discovered! Whether you are looking for waterholes big enough to swim laps in, or small secluded pools beneath waterfalls, we’ve got a spot you’ll love on this list. Here are the best wild swimming spots close t
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
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 y
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
How to find and what to expect from one of the most spectacular wild swimming spot in the Blue Mountains - Crayfish Pool at Grey Hat Falls.
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
Sydney is blessed with an abundance of incredible wild swimming spots just waiting to be discovered! Whether you are looking for waterholes big enough to swim laps in, or small secluded pools beneath waterfalls, we’ve got a spot you’ll love on this list. Here are the best wild swimming spots close t
Sydney is blessed with an abundance of incredible wild swimming spots just waiting to be discovered! Whether you are looking for waterholes big enough to swim laps in, or small secluded pools beneath waterfalls, we’ve got a spot you’ll love on this list. Here are the best wild swimming spots close t
Having personally walked over 70 trails you can definitely trust us that these are the best walks in Sydney. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it here. We’re including trails ranging from easy to hard, and from bush, to harbour, to coastal. You’ll also find tips for each walk, as well as how
Glenbrook gorge is incredible. It feels wonderfully wild, yet is less than one hour from Sydney city centre! Swimming in the deep green water between the towering gorge walls is something that you won’t forget. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk to get there and what the swimmi
Kalang Falls is a spectacular waterfall you can swim under. The walk to get there is very short and takes you past a sensational lookout over the jagged mountains of Kanangra-Boyd National Park. You can also access a secret swimming spot just a few minutes walk from the falls.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Tucked away off a little frequented trail in Valley Heights lies a picturesque waterfall and swimming hole. We’re sharing how to find the falls and what to expect from the walk and swimming hole.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
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Looking to discover the best waterfalls in Sydney? We've visited all of the places mentioned in this guide, complete with videos for how to get there too!
Glenbrook gorge is incredible. It feels wonderfully wild, yet is less than one hour from Sydney city centre! Swimming in the deep green water between the towering gorge walls is something that you won’t forget. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk to get there and what the swimmi
From lively pools to secluded creeks, Caroline Clements and Dillon Seitchik-Reardon turn from the ocean to inland oases
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Turtle Falls is a gorgeous yet little visited waterfall and plunge pool in the lower Blue Mountains. We’re sharing what to expect and how to find it.
Tucked away off a little frequented trail in Valley Heights lies a picturesque waterfall and swimming hole. We’re sharing how to find the falls and what to expect from the walk and swimming hole.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Some of the most glorious swimming holes in all of NSW can be found in the Blue Mountains. Whatever you’re looking for there will be something for you on this list, from swimming at the bottom of waterfalls, to in-between towering gorge walls, or in secluded pools surrounded by fern covered cliffs.
We can’t get enough of wild swimming spots and Winifred Falls and South West Arm Pool are two of Sydney’s best. At just 500m apart they make for the perfect day out in Royal National Park. We’ll tell you what to expect from the trail and tips for your visit.
We can’t get enough of wild swimming spots and Winifred Falls and South West Arm Pool are two of Sydney’s best. At just 500m apart they make for the perfect day out in Royal National Park. We’ll tell you what to expect from the trail and tips for your visit.
Rocky Point Island is a rocky outcrop off Balmoral Beach, in the north shore suburb of Mosman. A small bridge links the island with The Esplanade in Hunter Park. Click here to view all participants of Water World Wednesday Click here to view all participants of Outdoor Wednesday Click here to view all participants of Sunday Bridges
From lively pools to secluded creeks, Caroline Clements and Dillon Seitchik-Reardon turn from the ocean to inland oases
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
Mermaid Pool is spectacular but it’s not safe to swim there. In this guide we share what the walk to Mermaid Pool is like plus many other incredible and safe wild swimming spots along the same trail. We also detail the full Tahmoor Gorge Circuit Track including how difficult it is and what the route
Emerald Pool is a gorgeous secluded swimming hole in Popran National Park on the Central Coast. It’s the perfect place to escape the crowds and take in a dip in the stunning emerald water. We’re sharing everything you need to know including which is the prettiest route to get there.
I'm sharing the best hikes in Sydney within a 2.5hr drive, many with videos so you can see what the walks look like before making a day trips of it!
A little effort goes a long way when it comes to Victoria Falls. The steep but well maintained track will take you to both the base of Victoria Falls and some very pretty cascades, both of which are fantastic wild swimming spots. Here’s everything you need to know, including difficulty and what the
Find out what are the best Blue Mountains hikes you need to know about including; lookouts, canyoning, swimming spots and more!
Discovering wild swimming spots near Sydney for that afternoon adventure might be one of the greatest pleasures mankind can ever experience.
