Beach Walks Sydney

Snorkeling at Freshwater Beach

Freshwater is a beautiful beach just North of Manly. As it is an open beach, it will be subject to surf conditions, and would not be suitable for absolute beginners even in very calm conditions. That being said, we can have Fairlight Beach as a back up plan if it is too rough. We can meet in the car park above the ocean pool at 11am and make a decision once we see what it is like. [https://goo.gl/maps/rsoULhHoAk72](https://goo.gl/maps/rsoULhHoAk72) If one of our locals can get there early and let us know if it is suitable that would be great. The only Beach Cam I could find is this. [https://brasurf.com.au/cam/freshwater](https://brasurf.com.au/cam/freshwater) So, keep an eye on the group chat.

Zoo 2 Balmoral Beach Walk (10km)

Kurnell Coast. Clifftop walk, beautiful sandstone, Cape Bailey lighthouse.

**Sep 6 KURNELL COAST WALK** Superb vistas over land and sea. Walk follows the coastline south, round Cape Solander, to Cape Bailey lighthouse and back. **Meet** near the Park entrance sign (Captain Cook Dr/Polo St, Kurnell). (11 km, low) **Bring** comfortable walking shoes,rain jacket, lunch, water (1L or more). Grading (time/distance/ruggedness/amount of uphill). EAPT = Easy access by public transport, CA = Coffee afterwards Walks leader will be Hans Britz (mob. 0409-918-672)

Manly to North Head return walk

Malabar Headlands - La Perouse - Whale Watching - Wow!! 15KM Medium

**Malabar Headlands - La Perouse - Whale Watching - Wow!! 15KM Medium** Meet outside **Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club** (regular buses from the City and Bondi Junction Station stop immediately adjacent, on Marine Parade) by no later than **10:30AM**. From here it is a brisk walk south to join the trails which take us into Malabar Headland Park, which we traverse through to Malabar Bay and on to **Little Bay**, where we stop at the **historic Coast Hospital Precinct** for our lunch break. **THERE ARE SOME FOOD SHOPS HERE OR BRING YOUR OWN FOOD.** After lunch we skirt around the local golf clubs and enter the **Botany Bay National Park** for a fantastic bush walk through to La Perouse, Bare Island and the **La Perouse Museum** for those interested in the local History. Many great opportunities to spot **Humpback Whales migrating back to the Antarctic** on this walk! **Distance:** 15km **Type of Walk:** Pathways, bush tracks **Difficulty:** Medium **Walking Pace:** We will maintain a steady pace all day and will average 4.5 km per hour. **Meeting Place and Transport:** Meet outside Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club by no later than 10:30AM. Buses back to Bondi Junction Train Station or the City depart from La Perouse every 15 minutes or so. **What to bring:** Good walking shoes/trail runners; 1.5 – 2 litres of water, refill available at lunch; hydrolytes; snacks and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions. **Suggested Donation:** $10 **By RSVPing to this even**t you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) **Questions?** Please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted

Awesome Botany Bay Coastline Walk! Wolli Creek to All the Way to Cronulla!

**This is one of the best coastal walks around Botany Bay with fantastic views of all the coastal spots.** **We start at Wolli Creek and make our way to Kyeemagh, the Chinese market gardens, Brighton Le Sands and Dolls Point.** **After we break for lunch, we go over Captains Cook Bridge, through Woolooware and onto Wanda Beach, Elouera Beach and North Cronulla Beach.** **The walk is pretty flat and mostly on man-made paths.** **Meeting point is just outside Wolli Creek Train Station on Discovery Point Place. There are a number of good cafes here, if you want a coffee or to load up on pastries before you start!** **We will aim to finish at Cronulla by 4pm.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 30 kms.** **GRADE: Medium, due to the distance (but pretty flat).** **NOTE: Many exit points.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Bring at least 2 litres of water, lunch, snacks and dress for the weather. Wear comfortable sturdy walking shoes (trainers or running shoes are fine).** · **Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** · **RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

Wild Teddy! Watsons Bay to Parramatta - 50KM Flat Track! Let's Go!

**Wild Teddy! Watsons Bay to Parramatta - 50KM Flat Track!** It's time for our **Springtime 2026 50KM Flat-Track Walk!** We meet at **Town Hall Bus Stand G**, which is on **Park Street** immediately outside the entrance to **Gadigal Metro Station**, by no later than **5:40AM** to catch the **324 Bus departing 5:44AM to Watsons Bay**. The walk sections are: 1. **Watsons bay to Circular Quay**, breakfast at The Gateway: 14KM. 2. **Circular Quay to Rodd Point**, bathroom stop: 10KM. 3. **Rodd Point to Breakfast Point**, lunch at IGA. 9KM. 4. **Breakfast Point to Newington Market Place**, food and bathroom stop: 10KM. 5. **Newington to Parramatta Station** Finish: 7KM. **What to Bring:** Snacks, hat, sunscreen, plenty of water - refills along the way. There are **food shops at Stops 1, 3 and 4.** or bring your own food. **Type of Walk:** Mostly flat after stop 1. Well-formed pathways. **Walking Pace:** 4.5KM/hr average. **Pub:** TBA. **Suggested Donation:** $10 **By RSVPing to this event**, you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) **Questions?** Leave a comment below. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted :)

SPIT BRIDGE to BALMORAL BEACH to Mosman Rowers 12kms Hike!!!

This delightful Sunday Session has it all... beautiful hidden beaches, amazing architecture, military history, perfect Sydney Opera House views, and some bush walking around Taylor's Bay that makes you feel like you're in Tropical North Queensland. And to finish it off? **[Mosman Rowers](https://www.mosmanrowers.com.au/)** is undoubtedly one of the best hidden secrets on Sydney Harbour for a fish and chips and a wine or two... Adding an unforgettable ferry ride to Circular Quay is the icing on the Sunday Session cake. **THE HIKE** We meet just behind the bus stop at **[Spit West Reserve](https://maps.app.goo.gl/faPKgPtqXfJV4QiU8)** in the park... you'll see me in a NY hat patting some dogs no doubt. The 144 bus, 172x, and 173x all drop there - easy as. From there we'll ascend into a stunning section of Mosman then head down to **Chinaman's Beach** \- definitely one of Syd Harbour's prettiest\. From there another climb then down to **Balmoral Beach**. Ahhhhhh a classic. A stroll through Balmoral then some stairs to get us huffing and puffing to **George's Head. Chower Bay. Clifton Gardens. An incredible bushwalk to Taylor's Bay. Bradley's Head. Taronga Zoo... then onward to Corner Beach** (you've prob only seen it from the ferry) and finally **Mosman Rowers**. Mosman Rowers (bring your ID to sign in, though I've never seen anybody checking) is one of a kind... it *oooooozes* local history, the food is damn good, and the views are stunning. I'm not sure a pub on the water in Sydney duplicates the lovely, calm energy like Mosman Rowers. Your first drink won't touch the sides. **[IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THIS HIKE. CLICK HERE. JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP. PLEEEEEASE.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CbSclbkcdcb2KwbYJAXPhl)** ***AN AD FROM THE MARKETING DEPARTMENT.*** ***September!!! Here's what's on in We Hike... to the Bar:*** 5th Saturday… [Macmasters Beach to Killcare to Hardy’s Hideaway](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/316347936/) 6th Sunday… [Blue Gum Loop Hornsby & New Quarry](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/316348293/) 12th [A Hike, Sunset & ABBA](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/316365727/) 13th [SPIT BRIDGE TO MOSMAN ROWERS!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/316413157/) 17th Byron Bay – 21st Byron Bay 26th Saturday… Cronulla to Cook @ Kurnell (Coming Soon) 27th Sunday… [Secret Beaches to Sunday Sippers at Bilgola Beach SLSC (my new, fav hike and bar of 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/316348531/) There's a bus stop close by heading north back to Mosman and Military Road, or the 15min ferry ride to Circular Quay is a real gem. I'm lovin' this Sunday session. Hope to see you there! MJ **THE DETAILS.** **Gratuity.** $15 PayID or Cash. **WHATSAPP.** You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. We love it, we use it! Join the WHATSAPP GROUP for this event, as it allows us to communicate on the day. Click on the link (above) – if not, sadly you’ll be removed from the event on MeetUP. **Cancels / No shows.** Treat your RSVP like a restaurant reservation. *No show / cancel on the day?* That restaurant is my hiking group – you won’t be welcomed in the future. Respect and manners matter as I put my credit card down for your reservation. Double booked with another group? Come on… be kind. **Safety.** Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe. **Fitness.** Yup. Fitness matters for all of our hikes – especially if we are going into National Park. **Guests.** Bring mates, dates, co-workers. **Good energy, smiles, and laughs…** Bring ‘em all! You’re joining the most fun hiking group in Sydney. ***In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:*** a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe; b) You have read and will follow [NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) for this hike; c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike; d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness; e) You’ve been advised to download the “Emergency Plus App” and f) You’ve been advised to obtain individual [hiking insurance from 1Cover](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE). g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.

"Newtown to Quay" Camperdown-Glebe-Ultimo-Barangaroo-easy-13km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Would you like to live longer? Well guess what\, get out and keep on walking\. Yes\! Yes\! 2\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 3\. This walk is partly new\, intriguing\, full of exciting variations\, come on\, just enjoy\! **THE WALK!** 1\. Newtown back alleys are fascinating\, guarantee never seen before\, mostly flat\. 2\. Camperdown Memorial Park\, pretty big\, to O'Dea Reserve\, then Camperdown Park\. 3\. Zig\-zag to Cahill Lane"\, head along Johnsons Creek to Douglas Grant Memorial Park\. 4\. Badu Reserve next\, sneaky diversion to Canal Reserve then JV McMahon Reserve\. 5\. Moving along to AV Henry Reserve\, Quick Stop "Tramsheds"\, Bathrooms\, snack\, drink\. 6\. Loop around to Harold Park area then Arthur \(Paddy\) Gray Reserve\. Next is St James Park and John St Reserve\. 7\. JH Folly Park on the way to Wentworth Park west end\! We head to Darling Harbour\. 8\. Best coming up\, the exciting Barangaroo walkway\, also a good exit point\. 9\. Up To Barangaroo Reserve then ending in Circular Quay optional drinks afterwards\! **Start Time:** 10am **Meeting Point:** Newtown Station, red letter boxes close to tap off. **Distance:** 13km. **Difficulty:** Easy/Moderate to cover distance, some stairs and hills, get out points. **Walking Pace:** Steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash please or **PAY ID** 0435801602 name George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these Walking Events.

Rose Bay - Watsons Bay. Historic, waterfront; South Head cliffs.

**Sep 20 ROSE BAY to WATSONS BAY** A lovely walk along the harbourside, past historic old Strickland House, Greycliffe House & Vaucluse House, with wonderful harbour views. Includes a loop at South Head. Meet at Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, Lyne Park, Rose Bay. Optional walk to Macquarie lighthouse, north Bondi. Return by ferry or bus. (8 km one-way, low) EAPT **Bring** comfortable walking shoes,rain jacket, lunch, water (1L or more). Grading (time/distance/ruggedness/amount of uphill). EAPT = Easy access by public transport, CA = Coffee afterwards Walks leader will be Hans Britz (mob. 0409-918-672)

"Quay to Quay" Potts-Point-Rushcutters-Edgecliff-East-Sydney-Darlinghurst! 13km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. It's "Spring" Live the walking dream\, pump the heart\, boost your life with 13km\. 2\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 3\. Don't knock it till you've tried it\, it's exciting\, give it a go\!\! **BEAUTIFUL EASY SYDNEY HARBOUR WALK:** Circular Quay, Botanical Gardens, Woolloomooloo Potts Point, Rushcutters Bay, Edgecliff then return by an amazingly exciting and unique new way! You will absolutely love this walk! **Start Time:** 10am **Meeting Point:** Outside Customs House at steps. (corner Loftus & Alfred Streets) **Distance:** 13km **Circular Quay**, past the beautiful **Opera House**, head into the **Royal Botanic Garden**, smell the roses! We meander towards **Woolloomooloo**, the Naval Base. **Harry's Cafe de Wheels** we break for 5 minutes to rehydrate or grab a quick takeaway coffee? Love this walk! Keep Socialising, enjoy chatting with new members! **Next:** Up the stairs to **Potts Point**, down to **Elizabeth Bay**, across to **Rushcutters Bay** then up to **Edgecliff Station**. Optional Get-Out Point here. **Half Way: Edgecliff Station** is the perfect 22 minute lunch/snack stop before we head back to **Circular Quay** via a hidden rainforest, deep into **Trumper Park**, up to **Soudan Park Playground**, zig zag our way to **Royal Hospital for Women Park**. **Beautiful Art Gallery** next stop to rehydrate for a few minutes, then we reach **Green Park** opposite St Vincent's Hospital. Next is the tiny **Albert Sloss Reserve**, then the huge **Domain**. We cut back past the **State** **Library of NSW** down to Circular Quay! **Difficulty:** Easy, there are spots to leave the walk. **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash on arrival or **PAY ID** 0435801602 George Palasty **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these **Walking Events.** **You have possibly** walked 1st part of tour, 2nd half new through East Sydney. Just Enjoy!

"Central to Wolli-Creek" via-Redfern-Eveleigh-St-Peters-Mascot-Tempe-easy-13km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Would you like to live longer? Well guess what\, get out and keep on walking\. Yes\! Yes\! 2\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 3\. Healthy\, you bet yu\! and yes it makes you happy\, feeling good inside guaranteed\. **THE WALK!** 1\. Central Station start\, let's hit the road\, "easy\-peasy" pretty flat walk all the way\. 2\. Prince Albert Park\, \(named after Queen Victoria's son\) is our 1st walk through\. 3\. Slide past "BrewDog" South Eveleigh near Redfern then Eveleigh Green\. 4\. St Peters\, stop for a break\, snack\, drink\, rehydrate\, bathroom for sure too\! 5\. Let's go through Sydney Park's many laneways\, pathways\, it's pretty big\! 6\. Loop around Sydney Park Wetlands and Henry's Dam to Campbell Road Bridge\. 7\. Alexandra Canal Cycleway continues along Alexandra Canal to Little Birria Mascot\. 8\. Airport Viewing Area is a blast\, this you will enjoy\, plane spotting\, great pics\. 9\. Tempe Recreation Reserve Walk to Wolli Creek Shops\, cafes\, drinks\, lunch to finish\! **Start Time:** 10am **Meeting Point:** Central Station near Platform 4 (Information big Board) **Distance:** 13km **Difficulty:** Easy/Mostly flat, plenty of get out points. **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash please or **PAY ID** 0435801602 name George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these Walking Events.