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Blue Gum Forest

Dogs not permitted

Updated 22 May 2026

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Blue Gum Forest is a park in Blackheath. Dogs are not currently allowed at this park.

Dog rules

Dogs and other pets are not permitted in Blue Mountains National Park under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974. (Source: NPWS, nationalparks.nsw.gov.au.)

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Shortridge Pass, Blue Mountains National Park NSW 2787
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Before you go

  • 🚫Official source advises dogs are not allowed — we don't recommend visiting with your dog.

What people say

RGR G.
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★★★★★8 years ago

This walk has everything, waterfall, temperate forests, views up and down, swimming holes, one day walk in-out, overnight or longer. Beautiful Blue gum forests, but it will test your climbing up and down endurance. Take your time it is worthwhile.

DPDes P.
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★★★★★1 year ago

Beautiful sight to see

DRDeclan R.
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★★★★★2 years ago

Amazing walk and fantastic views and photos options

OWO W.
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★★★★★3 years ago

The river in the valley is incredibly beautiful. Some intersections feature some unique beautiful colouring in the water, like jade green. If you're a casual to medium hiker I would save the trek up and down for a cooler weather day.. Anything 25+ the unshaded areas over the hours will catch up with you. Unless camping overnight, up and down with a group and lookout stops and lunch took approx 8 hours including a 1hr lunch break. I had 3 litres of water and rehydrating salts and I ran out of water 3/4's in and was super dehydrated. A few things to consider but totally recommended for the adventure and beauty!

HGHoward G.
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★★★☆☆5 years ago

Bush fires devastated this once beautiful area last year. It's growing back but has a long way to go

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