Our top 4 coastal walks boast stunning harbour views and plenty of photo opps, making them the ultimate source of adventure for weekend warriors. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed stroll with coffee in hand or a longer route to get your steps in, there’s something here for everyone! Don’t forget to capture the moment—snap a pic, use #HTWalks, and tag @HarbourTrust in your posts!
Location: North Head Sanctuary, Manly | Distance: 3-5km | Difficulty: Easy
Just a hop and a skip from Manly Beach, North Head Sanctuary is a breathtaking wildlife refuge. This circuit trail isn’t just a delight for nature lovers – it also features historic landmarks including military fortifications dating to the Second World War and a heritage-listed cemetery.
Plan your trip to North Head Sanctuary here.
Location: Headland Park, Mosman | Distance: 3km | Difficulty: Moderate
Located near Mosman village, Headland Park boasts a network of walking tracks spanning 3 scenic precincts – Chowder Bay, Georges Heights and Middle Head. As you journey along the Mosman Peninsula, you’ll enjoy iconic views of the ocean, harbour and CBD. You’ll also discover a buzzing artist precinct and military fortifications dating to the 1800s.
Plan your trip to Headland Park here.
Location: Vaucluse | Distance: 2.8km | Difficulty: Easy
Discover the Macquarie Lightstation – the site of Australia’s first lighthouse – during a coastal walk that ends at Camp Cove. Enjoy panoramic ocean views, learn about Australia’s maritime history and swim at one of Sydney’s most beautiful harbour beaches. You might even glimpse some whales!
Hot tip: Want to extend your adventure? Catch a ferry to the city or to Manly to explore North Head Sanctuary!
Plan your trip to Macquarie Lightstation here.
Location: Bondi to Manly | Distance: 80km | Difficulty: Moderate
Feeling ambitious? The Bondi to Manly Walk (B2M) is your chance to soak in the beauty of Sydney's stunning harbour on an epic adventure! Stretching 80 kilometers between 2 of the city’s most iconic surf beaches, this walk takes you along scenic public tracks with pit stops at some of our historic places. Look out for the unique Aboriginal whale symbols that will guide you along the route!
Hot tip: The Bondi to Manly Walk is well-connected to public transport which means you can choose to begin and end your journey at any point!
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