A selection of beautiful bay walks in and around Sydney, including maps, pictures, highlights and characteristics.
The Bay Run is a classic circular walking trail around Iron Cove in Sydney’s inner west, passing through seven different suburbs.
While it might not be Sydney’s most scenic walking track, the Bay Run is a hugely popular trail with cyclists, runners, joggers, walkers, and parents with prams.
Sirius Cove Reserve is a dog-friendly hideaway in the suburb of Mosman in Sydney’s lower north shore. Often referred to as Little Sirius Cove, this charming spot is home to a quiet beach, a playground and a large picnic area.
It’s also a great starting point for the walking trail going east to Taronga Zoo, Bradleys Head and Chowder Bay, or going west to Cremorne Point.
The Rose Bay to Watsons Bay walk is one of the most scenic coastal walking tracks in Sydney Harbour National Park.
The walk takes in secluded beaches, beautiful parks and picturesque bays, with amazing panoramic views of the city and the Harbour to enjoy along the way.
The Watsons Bay Walk is a scenic hike around South Head, featuring beautiful views of Sydney Harbour, the city skyline, the Tasman Sea, North Head and the historic Hornby Lighthouse.
Watsons Bay itself is a popular family-friendly weekend destination, with various cafes, restaurants, beaches, and picnic spots to explore.
The Cremorne Point Walk is an easy 3 km foreshore circuit trail in Sydney’s lower north shore, with beautiful views of Mosman Bay, Sydney Harbour and the city skyline.
Discover Robertsons Point Lighthouse, Cremorne Reserve and the MacCallum swimming pool, as you wander past picturesque gardens and impressive old mansions, only a short ferry trip away from Circular Quay.
One of the most enjoyable walking tracks in Sydney Harbour is the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk. This 6.5 km trail takes in beautiful secluded beaches, picturesque bays, impressive lookouts, and historical sights.
Get ready to be overwhelmed by spectacular Harbour views, scenic bushland, and thriving wildlife, with the Sydney CBD only a stone’s throw away.
The walk from Chowder Bay to Balmoral Beach is a beautiful trail in the suburb of Mosman, north of Sydney, with stunning ocean and Harbour views to enjoy.
This trail is in fact the second half of the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk, which also includes the section between Bradleys Head and Chowder Bay.
The Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay Walk is a short and scenic walking trail on Sydney’s lower north shore, offering incredible views of Sydney Harbour.
This trail is part of the longer Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk, which is one of Sydney’s finest Harbour walking tracks.
The Lavender Bay and Milsons Point circuit walk is a short but scenic walking trail on the lower north shore, offering stunning views of Sydney Harbour, the city skyline, and the Harbour Bridge.
Highlights and landmarks along this easy walking track include Bradfield Park, Luna Park, North Sydney Olympic Pool and Wendy’s Secret Garden.
Balls Head Reserve in Sydney’s lower north shore is a beautiful forested headland nature reserve facing Sydney Harbour.
The reserve is home to various short bushwalking trails that combine natural beauty with great views across Sydney Harbour, taking in the CBD skyline, the Harbour Bridge, Goat Island, and the surrounding peninsulas.
