The Blue Mountains 100 km's West of Sydney is the Blue Mountains. At an elevation of 1000m above sea level the massive sandstone plateau provides a spectacular setting for any outdoor activity. The Mountains is a Mecca for walkers, mountain bikers, canyoners, climbers and those just after a relaxing weekend away from the city. Mount Victoria, Blackheath, and Katoomba are just a few of the places to stay in the Mountains. Whether it is camping or luxury accommodation you want, there are hundreds of B&B's, hotels, guest houses and campsites to choose from.

NEW Guide Book Blue Mountains Sport Climbing Crags by Martin Pircher B/W publication, covering the best sport climbing in the Blue Mountains. Good topos and easy to follow layout and symbols make the guide a must for all Blue Mountains climbers. Available for $17.95

Katoomba (pop. 17,700) Katoomba is the tourist centre of the Blue Mountains. The clean air and earthy feel of the town attract people from all over the world. There are plenty of cafes to chill out in after a hard days adventuring and the well established 'alternative' scene provides plenty of opportunity for quiet meditation, yoga and general relaxation. Bushwalking The best way to experience the beauty of the Mountains. There are walks ranging from 20 minute strolls to multi day adventures, all taking you through some of the most spectacular scenic areas in the country. Several good guide books and many topographic maps are available at Mountain Designs. Adventure Activities Canyoning, climbing , mountain biking, abseiling, and anything else you can think of are offered by the plateaus, cliffs, gorges and valleys of the Blue Mountains. Mountain Designs offer professionally organised trips on a range of these activities. For more information please contact us.

Mountain Designs Katoomba 190 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, 2780, AUSTRALIA Email: mdbm@pnc.com.au Tel: 02 4782 5999 Fax: 02 4782 5996

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