What are the popular hiking opportunities near Penrith?

About 90 minutes’ drive south of Penrith, Nattai National Park is popular for its hiking trails and backpack camping opportunities. Several camping trails run throughout the park with designated spots for self-sufficient campers to pitch a tent. Nattai is an especially great detour for roadtrippers wanting to go backcountry camping—the park sits within easy reach of Penrith and Sydney, just off the main road southwest to Canberra and Victoria. You can also explore different options for camping near Penrith on Hipcamp.