Blackheath is a Blue Mountains village with a strong food and pub scene, surrounded by national park bushland. The village feel — stone buildings, cold mountain air, and a community that knows each other — makes it one of the more characterful stops in the mountains.

Blue Mountains City Council operates a permissive policy, meaning dogs are welcome on-leash at all parks and reserves unless marked otherwise. Whitley Park is a well-regarded fenced off-leash area, the New Ivanhoe Hotel is a dog-friendly pub with a loyal following, and Gardners Inn Hotel welcomes dogs too. The village connects to walking tracks, though national park areas are off-limits to dogs.

Yes — Blackheath has off-leash dog areas at Whitley Park and Old Hat Hill Airstrip. Off-leash rules and hours can change, so always check current council signage before letting your dog off-leash.

We check council regulations, venue websites and FAQ pages, and community reviews. Council and venue-operator sources carry the most weight. Where confirmed or clearly identified, we show the access status and any conditions that apply. Access information is based on the best evidence available and may not always reflect the latest changes.

Yes. Venue policies can change at any time — especially at pubs, cafés, and other hospitality venues. A venue that was dog-friendly last month may have changed its policy. We update our information regularly, but we always recommend checking directly with the venue if you’re planning a special trip.