Jenolan Caves

Jenolan Caves CLOSED FOR MAJOR ROAD REPAIRS

Jenolan Caves are located approx. 3 hours West of Sydney, in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.
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One of the world’s oldest and most famous cave systems – Jenolan is a world of its own. Jenolan Caves are Australia's most spectacular caves and the largest that are open to the public. Jenolan Caves are also the world's oldest show caves at 340 million years old. We offer fantastic guided cave tours. Stay overnight in the magnificent heritage-listed Caves House or one of our more modern motel roo

ms. Dine in our historic Chisolm's Restaurant one of the last two Grand Dining Rooms in Australia. We have 52 rooms available at the property and daily tours of the caves. Visit our gift shop for a keepsake of your visit. We can cater for private group bookings, corporate functions, weddings and other large events.

Today is World Rainforest Day 🌿Australia’s rainforests may occupy just a small fraction of our landscape, but they tell ...
22/06/2026

Today is World Rainforest Day 🌿

Australia’s rainforests may occupy just a small fraction of our landscape, but they tell a much bigger story, one of incredible diversity, resilience, and life.

Home to around 60% of our plant species and butterflies, these lush ecosystems are alive with colour, movement, and hidden wonders. 🦋🌱

Today is a moment to pause, appreciate their beauty, and reflect on the importance of protecting them for generations to come.

📸 Photo taken near the staff cottages at Jenolan

Photo: Anne/JenolanCaves

❄️ Winter Solstice has arrived, the longest night and shortest day of the year in the Southern Hemisphere. ❄️ While Jeno...
21/06/2026

❄️ Winter Solstice has arrived, the longest night and shortest day of the year in the Southern Hemisphere. ❄️

While Jenolan Caves remains closed to visitors, nature continues its quiet, steady rhythms. 🌿✨

This snowy scene, captured by one of our staff at the top of the reserve a few winters ago, offers a glimpse of that stillness.

Look closely 👀 and you might spot animal tracks in the snow, perhaps a wallaby or kangaroo passing through. 🐾

Though you can’t visit just yet, we hope this solstice invites you to pause, reflect, and find beauty in the quiet. The magic is still here… waiting for you when we reopen. 💙

Photo: Anne/JenolanCaves

Flora Friday! 🌸Several of our caves have formation names inspired by Greek Mythology, such as the River Styx and the Pil...
19/06/2026

Flora Friday! 🌸

Several of our caves have formation names inspired by Greek Mythology, such as the River Styx and the Pillar of Hercules; some botanical plant names are derived from mythology, such as Narcissus, the botanical name for Daffodils and Jonquils (pictured). Narcissus was a hunter who fell in love with his reflection in a pool of water and was transformed into this flower. 🌼

It’s still a couple of days before the Winter Solstice, but we have Jonquils (Narcissus sp.) flowering in the gardens, adding a bit of magic to the cold months. ❄️

Photo: Laura/JenolanCaves

Wildlife Wednesday! 🦘One of our most beautiful residents is the Red-necked Wallaby (Notamacropus rufogriseus; known as B...
17/06/2026

Wildlife Wednesday! 🦘

One of our most beautiful residents is the Red-necked Wallaby (Notamacropus rufogriseus; known as Bennett’s Wallaby in Tasmania). Distinctive features include a black nose and paws, a white facial stripe and rich, reddish-brown fur on the neck and shoulders.

The Red-necked Wallaby is almost always seen at the top of our reserve but not close to the visitor precinct at lower elevations. This species thrives in the cool, high-altitude areas of Jenolan and can be seen all winter, even in the snow (although they do love to bask in the sun on chilly but bright winter days). 😎

Photo: Anne/JenolanCaves

16/06/2026

👀 Wallaby Watch – The Wallaby Workout! 🦘

As the chill settles over the reserve, our Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby locals have their own way of keeping cosy - keep moving! With powerful hops, nimble balance and plenty of bouncing, this is the ultimate wallaby workout…and a pretty fun way to stay warm out here at Jenolan.

Proof that sometimes, the best way to warm up is to get moving…wallaby style! 💛

🎥 Stay tuned for more wallaby moments unfolding at Jenolan

🎧 Sound on to soak up the natural soundtrack of Jenolan

Video: Jordan/JenolanCaves

Flora Friday! 💚Last week we showcased one of the small but important components of the ecosystem: mosses; this week, let...
12/06/2026

Flora Friday! 💚

Last week we showcased one of the small but important components of the ecosystem: mosses; this week, let’s take a look at another tiny helper: Lichens.

They’re great indicators of ecosystem health, as they’re sensitive to changes in air pollution, as well as providing food, acting as homes and helping in soil formation.

Small but mighty, lichens remind us that even the tiniest organisms play a big role in keeping nature balanced! 💪

Photo: Laura/JenolanCaves

🌟 Jenolan Memory Project Spotlight 🌟Some memories are so vivid, they bring the whole landscape to life - the sights, the...
11/06/2026

🌟 Jenolan Memory Project Spotlight 🌟
Some memories are so vivid, they bring the whole landscape to life - the sights, the wildlife, and those little moments that made Jenolan feel truly magical. Julie has shared another beautiful memory:

“We would walk up to McKeowns Valley where there used to be a kangaroo enclosure. And there were the dear little rock wallabies that were always down at the Grand Arch. Other wildlife were the platypus in the Blue Lake, the water dragons which used to sunbake on the roof of Caves House, and the rainbow lorikeets which would hang around on the front verandah hoping for a handout.” – Julie

From close encounters with wildlife to quiet walks through the valley, these moments capture the unique connection between people, place, and nature that makes Jenolan so special.

💛 Do you remember the wildlife you spotted at Jenolan?
We’d love to hear your story.

📬 Share your memory:
✨ Pick up a postcard at the Oberon Visitor Information Centre
💬 Comment your memory below
📧 Email us: [email protected]
📍 Oberon Visitor Centre – 48 Ross St, Oberon NSW | 🕒 Open daily 9:30am – 5pm

Postcards available for a limited time.

Wildlife Wednesday! 💛A flash of bright yellow to bring colour to a grey winter’s day – the Eastern Yellow Robin (Eopsal...
10/06/2026

Wildlife Wednesday! 💛

A flash of bright yellow to bring colour to a grey winter’s day – the Eastern Yellow Robin (Eopsaltria australis) is a joy to see. These gorgeous robins are among the first birds to call in the morning, often before dawn. 🌞

You can often spot Yellow Robins close to the ground, perching quietly on a low branch before dropping to the ground to forage for insects, spiders and other invertebrates. They are great subjects for wildlife photography since they tend to pose nicely while waiting for supper to show up!

Photo: Anne/Jenolan

Today is Thank a First Responder Day 💙At Jenolan Caves, we’re proud to work closely with some incredible emergency servi...
10/06/2026

Today is Thank a First Responder Day 💙

At Jenolan Caves, we’re proud to work closely with some incredible emergency services teams, including the NSW Ambulance special operations crews (pictured here). Over the years, they’ve supported our staff with training and shared expertise, while also using Jenolan as a unique environment to build their own skills in cave rescue and response.

This collaboration helps ensure we’re all better prepared, together. 🤝

Today, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the dedicated first responders who keep our communities safe every single day. 👏

If you know a first responder, take a moment to show your appreciation 💙

🌿 Conservation through Connection 🌿In May, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service hosted its second Conservation Forum...
08/06/2026

🌿 Conservation through Connection 🌿

In May, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service hosted its second Conservation Forum under the theme “Conservation through Connection.”

Jenolan was proudly represented by Dr Anne Musser (Conservation and Campaigns Officer) and Jordan (Environment and Heritage Officer), with Anne presenting: “Platypus conservation at Jenolan: working together to protect an Australian icon.”

The forum provided a valuable opportunity to share knowledge, experiences and real-world learnings, highlighting the power of collaboration in protecting our natural world.

From threatened species and habitat restoration to Aboriginal partnerships, fire management and wildlife monitoring, the program showcased the breadth of conservation work across NSW.

Attendees also explored conservation in action through field trips to Wianamatta, Scheyville and Yellomundi Regional Parks.

With over 160 people attending, it was an inspiring reminder that connection and collaboration are key to protecting the places and species we value most.

At Jenolan, we’re proud to be part of this shared effort 💚

Images: Anne and Jordan/JenolanCaves

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