Coastal Walks Sydney

Walk, Talk & Discover

We're bringing singles 40+ together to explore some of Sydney's best local areas — one walk at a time. For our first adventure, we'll take in Sydney Harbour, waterfront views and a few places to discover along the way before finishing at **The Mercantile in The Rocks**. ### What to expect * Meeting point outside Woolworths Metro at Barangaroo * A relaxed social walk around Sydney Harbour * The chance to meet and chat with other singles 40+ * A few discoveries along the way * Opportunities to mix and meet different people * A social finish at The Mercantile **with your first drink included in cost.** **No awkward speed dating. No pressure.** Just get outside, explore your city and meet some new people along the way. ###

Mid-week Evening Walk - Milsons Point - Coal Loader Loop ~9 km

Mid-week evening walk - Wynyard - Pyrmont - Newtown w/dinner ~10km

Whale Watching: Bondi Junction to La Perouse!!! 17km Medium

**Whale Watching Day!!! Bondi Junction to La Perouse 17km (Medium)** We meet at **Bondi Junction Train Station**, at **Bus Interchange F**, by **9:40AM** to catch the **350 Bus direct to Coogee Beach**, and strike out for **Maroubra Beach**, where we have a quick bathroom break. We then head into the amazing **Malabar Headland Walk**, for amazing views out to the **Tasman Sea** and, hopefully, plenty of Whales! We stop for lunch, about 8KM in, at the pleasant beachfront park (with clean bathrooms!) at Malabar Beach. **PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH, LIMITED FOOD OPTIONS HERE.** After lunch we have 9KM to go, working around **Long Bay Goal and Little Bay** and onto the spectacular **Botany Bay National Park** for a grandstand finish through to **La Perouse**! A high frequency bus service runs back to the CBD. The ocean front scenery on this walk is stunning! Hopefully we will spot **Humpback whales** during the day; it is likely that we will. We should arrive La Perouse **by 4:00PM**. **Distance:** 17KM **Type of Walk:** This wonderful walk is full of rich variety with fantastic ocean views all the way! **Difficulty:** Medium, because of the distance. **Walking Pace:** We will average 4.5KM per hour. **Meeting Place and Transport:** We meet at **Bondi Junction Train Station**, at by **9:40AM**, at **Bus Interchange Stand F**. Transport back from La Perouse is by bus; it is a high frequency service. **What to bring:** Good walking shoes/boots or trainers; 1.5 litres of water, refill available along the way; hydrolytes; one snack and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. **LIMITED OPPORTUNITIES TO PURCHASE LUNCH, SO BRING IT WITH YOU!** **Suggested Donation:** $10 **Pub:** No convenient pub at La Perouse - sorry! **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) If you have any 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 :)

🌸CQ🌸Harbour Bridge🌸Harbourside walk to Balmoral Beach🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:15 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: This walk is nothing short of spectacular! We head from Circular Quay via The Rocks over the Harbour Bridge, via Bradley’s Head, Harbourside Beaches, Taylors Cove, Middle Head, views the entire way! 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Chowder Bay, Harbourside 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: Stunning! Ups, downs, tracks, stairs…. All worth it 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: a Bus or ferry is always just around the corner 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Bus/ ferry from Balmoral back to CQ… many other options to other destinations 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, 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 RSVP 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/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Moonrock Walk. Aboriginal sandstone engravings, waterfall, Deep Creek

**Sep 27 MOONROCK WALK** This walk in Garigal NP near Narrabeen and south of Terrey Hills includes sandstone ridge vegetation, a waterfall, picturesque Deep Creek and the Aboriginal ‘Moonrock’ carvings. **Meet at the Morgan Rd entrance to Garigal park.** If heading north along Forest Way, Belrose, You’ll see a sign above Forest Way that says “Wyatt Ave”. Wyatt Ave is a left turn off Forest Way but **take** **Morgan Rd** which is the **right turn** at the same place. Follow Morgan Rd for three bends (left, right, right). Very shortly after this third bend park near the intersection of Morgan Rd with a road to the left with signs “WRCS” and “NO THROUGH ROAD” (10 km, medium) EAPT Refer to the following link for the map: (we’ll be walking along the “slippery dip” trail) [https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/Morgan+Rd,+Belrose+NSW+2085/@-33.7226969,151.2245299,16z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x6b0d560412269f23:0x2dbc2c4fbfeaf88d!8m2!3d-33.7236473!4d151.228285](https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/Morgan+Rd,+Belrose+NSW+2085/@-33.7226969,151.2245299,16z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x6b0d560412269f23:0x2dbc2c4fbfeaf88d!8m2!3d-33.7236473!4d151.228285) **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)

2026 WHALE TRAIL: Narrabeen to "Sunday Sippers" at Bilgola Beach!!!

We looooove our Sydney trails that treat us to **secret beaches**. We love finishing our events at **secret bars you’d never find**! What about an event… a **stunning hike that finishes at a** **secret beach bar** **with a band** that starts at 4pm bringing us right into a glorious sunset? On August 30, we did this hike but from the other way… Palm Beach down to Bilgola, and let me say this… **SUNDAY SIPPERS AT BILGOLA SLSC IS ONE OF THE COOLEST LITTLE BARS IN ALL OF SYDNEY!!!** It’s RIGHT on the beach. It’s only open once a month. And the bartender said “Late September we’ll have a full band on – it will be a great Northern Beaches scene.” **This hike is beautiful. This bar is unforgettable (burger, beer pic is from Bilgola SLSC). Don’t miss this HIKE!** **THE HIKE. Narrabeen Beach to Bilgola Beach - 13.5kms.** We'll meet at the bus stop in North Narrabeen ([CLICK HERE for exact point where 199 bus drops)](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Northern+Beaches+Community+College,+Pittwater+Rd/@-33.7022113,151.2985563,18.82z/data=!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x6b0d550541a46f25:0x5017d681632c2f0!2sNarrabeen+NSW+2101!3b1!8m2!3d-33.7222735!4d151.2984024!16zL20vMDM4eDgz!3m5!1s0x6b0d54e1517e958b:0x284ff3157c081ca9!8m2!3d-33.702148!4d151.298203!16s%2Fg%2F11gzdz06t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgyNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) \- we'll discuss it in the [whatsapp chat too](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXMgLB7M7Rp7jH6ol6nf8g)). The 199 bus stop is there, then we'll cross the road and check out the rockpool then head into **Narrabeen Headland** which gives the most spectacular views south. Onward we go to **Turimetta Beach** (10/10 breathtaking) and **Lookout**… to the **Turimetta Headland Reserve, Warriewood Lookout & Blowhole**, **Warriewood Beach (again gorgeous), then to Mona Vale Beach (voted 6th best in the world, Conde Naste)**… North of that? **Basin Beach. Bungan Beach**.... these two are truly beautiful. We'll climb out of Bungan then head to **Newport Beach...** around the headland is **Bilgola Beach**, and we'll descend down some lovely stairs right onto the sand where **Bilgola SLSC** lies. **13.5kms in total**. Beach walk. Inclines. And all the rest. Fitness required for this one. The **B1 bus / 199 bus are our friends all day to start, get home, and even provide some outs if you want to stop hiking and meet us at the pub.** If you parked your car at the start (there is free parking but DIY research) it's super easy to bus back south. Post-pub the 199 bus is literally up the stairs from Bilgola and runs every 10minutes. We'll arrive at the pub about 320pm (330pm opens)... I get it. It's Sunday. If you want to leave? That's okay. One drink. Stay longer? All options are open... See you for one of my favourite Sydney hikes and definitely my favourite (new) secret bar! MJ ***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/) **______________________________________________________** **THE DETAILS.** **WHATSAPP.** You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. Join it 'cause we love it, and we use it! 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. **Gratuity.** $15 PayID or Cash. **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.

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 :)

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 Lewisham" (part Greenway) Ultimo-Glebe-Rozelle-Leichhardt-12km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! **NOTE: "Meeting Point" - Grand Central Station's "Transport Information Big Board" near Platform 4.** Café perfectly placed nearby if you arrive early. Meet other walkers. **Central Station Start**, down Railway Colonnade Drive to the famous "The Goods Line" then zig-zag our way to Wentworth Park. Go across to Glebe Rowing Club, sneak past **Blackwater Bay Park**, **Bicentennial Park**, **Jubilee Park** and **Federal Park**. From **Glebe Foreshore Park**, we cross over the Pedestrian Bridge at **Whites Creek**. Walk between **Rozelle Wetlands**, with some fun interesting pathway variations. We emerge at Cohen Park Tennis Courts. **Whites Creek Valley Park** to **Memorial Park.** Toilets and water fountains along these walkways. Exciting new areas of Sydney! **HALF WAY** stop for 22 minutes at **"Son of a Baker"** cafe/bakery. We can sit at tables/chairs inside or outside, the perfect spot, food to buy or grab from backpack! **"Hit the Road again"** wandering along to **Pioneer Memorial Park** & **Blackmore Oval**, then **"THE GREENWAY TRACK START"** to Lewisham. **Distance:** 12km **Difficulty:** Easy Walk, exit spots, trails, walkways, lanes, tracks, pathways, parks! **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **Bring:** water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat in case. 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.**

"Lewisham to Flemington" via-New-Greenway-Canterbury-Croydon-Strathfield-14.7km!

**"Lewisham to Flemington" via Greenway-Canterbury-Campsie-Strathfield-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\. **New exciting & Interesting version walk/hike a tantalising fun day out!** 1\. Lewisham to Dulwich Hill on first leg\, then to Canterbury\. 2\. Lee's Park then Croydon Park to Flockhart Park\. 3\. We follow the Cooks River for long sections\. 4\. Ford Park to Strathfield Golf Club\. 5\. Slide past Rookwood Cemetery to Airey Park\. 6\. Hit Flemington with a feeling of ultimate achievement\. **Meeting Point:** Outside South side of Lewisham Station at street. Railway Terrace. **Distance:** 14.7km **Difficulty:** Moderate due to distance, reasonably flat, "easy peasy". **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50 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 or **PAY ID** 0435801602 name George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text)