Winding its way through idyllic bush and wetland, the 15 kilometre Fernleigh Track is perfect for families to spend a sunny day enjoying fresh air on a bike, scooter or walking your four-legged friends.
Where in the world can you find a wobbly swing bridge and an old Weet-Bix factory? You might be surprised to learn that you can see both at Cooranbong in western Lake Macquarie while walking along the banks of peaceful Dora Creek.
Go for a stroll along Newcastle’s Macquarie Pier at Nobbys Beach and learn more about the city’s maritime history with interpretative signs dotted along the walk.
How many times have you crossed Stockton Bridge by car? You can walk across Stockton Bridge and experience for yourself Newcastle’s own “Bridge Climb”
Pristine bushland, beautiful water views and history. Wangi Point at Wangi Wangi in western Lake Macquarie has it all.
Enjoy a walk around Throsby Creek through Carrington Mangrove Boardwalk and include a play at the Drop in the Ocean playground in Maryville.
Wander through the wetlands. Belmont Wetlands State Park offers short, family-friendly walks through beautiful coastal bushland and wetlands.
Bush walk, lake views & mangroves. You’ll enjoy all this on the Galgabba Point Walk in Swansea in Lake Macquarie. Great for families and kids.
For exquisite coastal views, enchanting rock pools and calm swimming spots, check out Moonee Beach, near Catherine Hill Bay in the Lake Macquarie region.
Looking for a short bush walk suitable for kids? Try the Kilaben Bay Nature Walk in Lake Macquarie. This family walk ends at the lake’s edge.
If you’re looking for a flat, family-friendly coastal stroll, head down to Redhead to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Ken and Audrey Owens walkway.
Take your family on the Awabakal Walk. It features spectacular views & adventuresome trails in the Awabakal Nature Reserve between Dudley and Redhead.
Visit Murray’s Beach, near Swansea. This beautiful spot is great for families with a playground, jetty fishing, walkways and great views of Lake Macquarie.
Coastal views, rock pools and sandy beach! Walk down to Burwood Beach on the Hickson Street walking track in Merewether.