There’s a very pleasant run along the Hunter River in Stockton, a suburb of Newcastle just across from Nobbys Beach. A paved multi-use trail runs along the water, featuring nice views. Pro Tip:You can drive to Stockton, or, more fun, take the ferry from Queens Wharf in central Newcastle.
Shipwreck Walk. Google Street View
Our route starts from Little Beach with an optional ~2 km out and back along Shipwreck Walk, a path which leads out the breakwater. Then, the main path leads for up to 6.5 km along the river. So, a total out and back route could be up to 15 km.
There’s a very pleasant run along the Hunter River in Stockton, a suburb of Newcastle just across from Nobbys Beach. A paved multi-use trail runs along the water, featuring nice views. Pro Tip:You can drive to Stockton, or, more fun, take the ferry from Queens Wharf in central Newcastle.
Shipwreck Walk. Google Street View
Our route starts from Little Beach with an optional ~2 km out and back along Shipwreck Walk, a path which leads out the breakwater. Then, the main path leads for up to 6.5 km along the river. So, a total out and back route could be up to 15 km.
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Up to 6.5 km one-way. Shipwreck Walk adds 2 km out and back.
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Little Beach
Good option is to take the short ferry to Stockton from Queens Wharf in Newcastle
The iconic run in Newcastle. The centrally-located coastal path runs for 5.5 km between Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach, featuring great views of the beach, surf, and lots of people watching! One hilly section. Great add-on options!
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It's a worth-it destination run to head 17 km west of Newcastle to enjoy the scenic path along Cockle Bay, at the northern end of Lake Macquarie. The paved multi-use trail runs for 5.8 km right along the water, with great views.
Located 5 km south of Newcastle, this is a great spot for some scenic trail running. Terrain ranges from easier to more difficult. There are sections of coastal rain forest, waterfalls, and two popular beaches.
Located in the western part of Newcastle, Blackbutt Reserve is a good spot for some easy trail running. There are 7-8 km of mainly wooded trails. Combine the 'Tall Trees' and Main Ridge Trails for a ~5 km run.
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Up to 6.5 km one-way. Shipwreck Walk adds 2 km out and back.
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Little Beach
Good option is to take the short ferry to Stockton from Queens Wharf in Newcastle
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