A selection of some of the best coastal walks in and around Sydney and New South Wales, including maps, pictures, highlights and characteristics.
Sydney is a beautiful city, home to some of the world’s most well-known landmarks. But what makes Sydney truly unique is its Harbour and its amazing coastline. Beaches, rock pools, parks, sandstone cliffs, Sydney’s coastline has it all.
The Hermitage Foreshore Walk is a scenic walking track in Sydney Harbour National Park that follows the shoreline between the Hermitage Foreshore Reserve just north of Rose Bay and Nielsen Park in Vaucluse.
Part of the Rose Bay to Watsons Bay coastal trail, the Hermitage Foreshore Track meanders through bushland and coastal vegetation, past secluded beaches, beautiful parks and picturesque bays.
The Barrenjoey Lighthouse walk is a popular hiking trail in Barrenjoey Headland, the northernmost part of Palm Beach in Sydney’s Northern Beaches region.
There are two walking tracks that go all the way up to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse on top of the hill from where you can enjoy stunning ocean views.
Looking across Pittwater to the west, you can spot the West Head Lookout, another beautiful place to visit for the best panoramic views.
The Bondi to Coogee walk is perhaps the most famous coastal walks in Sydney, in New South Wales, and perhaps even in Australia.
Tourists from all over the world and local Sydney-siders alike come to Sydney’s east coast every day to enjoy Australia’s best beaches, stunning ocean views and lots of parks, cafe’s and restaurants, while hiking from Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach.
Read moreThe Bondi to Coogee Walk, Sydney’s Most Popular Coastal Trail
The Bondi to Bronte walk, past Tamarama Beach and Mackenzies Bay, is one of the most iconic coastal walking trails in Sydney. The panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the huge sandstone cliffs are absolutely breathtaking.
As you follow the trail on top of the cliffs, between two of Sydney’s most famous beaches, you will get to enjoy lots of vantage points where you can soak in the amazing views. If you’re lucky, you may even spot some whales and dolphins!
One of the most enjoyable Sydney Harbour walking tracks is the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk. This 6.5km trail swirls its way past secluded beaches, picturesque bays, impressive lookouts and historical sights.
Get ready to be overwhelmed by spectacular Harbour views, luscious bushland and thriving wildlife, with the Sydney CBD only a stone’s throw away.
The Bradleys Head To Chowder Bay Walk is a relatively short but picturesque bush trail in Sydney’s lower north shore, boasting panoramic views of Sydney Harbour.
The walk is part of the longer Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk, one of Sydney’s finest Harbour walking tracks.
The Bondi to Manly walk is an 80km long coastal trek that consists of several shorter walking tracks that are interconnected.
Conquering this beautiful coastal adventure can take anywhere between two and six days, taking in the best that Sydney Harbour has to offer.
Read moreBondi to Manly Walk, an 80km Long Coastal Adventure
A scenic coastal walk starting at Wattamolla leads to Eagle Rock, one of the most iconic landmarks in the Royal National Park that strongly resembles an eagle’s beak.
What’s more, next to Eagle Rock is Curracurrong Falls, one of the very few waterfalls in the world that flows directly into the ocean.
Read moreEagle Head Rock and Curracurrong Falls via Wattamolla Picnic Area
The Coast Track between Bundeena and Otford in Royal National Park is one of the most iconic coastal walking tracks in New South Wales.
From scenic lookout points and waterfalls, to swimming spots and isolated beaches, the 26 km Coast Track truly is a once in a lifetime hiking experience.
Read moreThe Coast Track from Bundeena to Otford (Royal National Park)