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The Best Runs in Sydney for When You’re After a Scenic Route
Ready for a new route? Try our edit of the best runs in Sydney.
There’s no better place to run than in the great outdoors and no better city in which to enjoy an outdoor run than Sydney. Thanks to a winding coastline, Sydneysiders are spoilt for choice when it comes to running trails with an ocean view, while Western Sydney dwellers will love the Parramatta River backdrop to their daily jog. Ready? Read on for the best runs in Sydney…
Blackwattle Bay (Glebe Foreshore)
Blackwattle Bay is perfect for those who like to run with a furry friend. Dogs abound, and there are designated off-leash areas where you can throw your pooch a ball when your run is over. This 5km run snakes along the Glebe foreshore, offering views of the Anzac Bridge and Balmain. Afterwards, reward yourself for your hard work with a coffee at one of the numerous cafes lining Glebe Point Road.
Glebe
Bay Run (Iron Cove)
This 7km loop is well-loved by Sydney’s running community. The Bay Run track is in excellent condition and not too hilly, making it perfect for both beginners and more advanced runners. Finish your workout with a visit to the Birkenhead Point Outlet, where you’ll find designer brands at a steal.
Drummoyne
Barangaroo Reserve to Sydney Opera House
Keen to sightsee while you run? The Barangaroo Reserve to Sydney Opera House running track takes you under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, along the heritage-listed wharves at Walsh Bay, and through bustling Circular Quay to the Opera House. Finish with a cool-down stroll through the scenic Sydney Botanic Gardens. Barangaroo even has its very own Run Club for those who like to train and run with a group.
Barangaroo
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Narrabeen Lagoon Loop
Northern Beaches runners, rejoice! The Narrabeen Lagoon Trail is a fairly flat run with breathtaking views. At just over 8km, it’s a great one for intermediate runners, but if you get tired, you can always walk the remainder of the track. Take a dip in the beautiful Lagoon to cool down once you’re done, or hire a stand-up paddle board to take even more of the Lagoon’s unique scenery.
Narrabeen
Olympic Park to Parramatta
Make like an Olympian and run from Olympic Park to Parramatta. This run is not for the faint of heart, following the approximate contours of the Paramatta Marathon Three Bridges Run, and will take you along the Parramatta River into the heart of Sydney’s second CBD.
Olympic Park
Maroubra to Malabar
Fancy an ocean view while you run but without the crowds? Try the less well-known but equally beautiful route from Maroubra to Malabar. Follow the trail from Maroubra along the Boora Point Walking Track and on to Malabar. From May to November, this section of the headland is prime whale-watching territory, so keep your eyes peeled.
Maroubra
Lane Cove National Park
The Riverside Walking Track is a 5km (one-way) track in the picturesque Lane Cove National Park. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind you and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the bush—all while just 20 minutes from the CBD. Leave your earbuds at home for this gorgeously immersive run through the national park and bask in the sounds of local wildlife.
Lane Cove
If you enjoyed this edit of the best runs in Sydney and are keen to explore more of the city on foot, be sure to take a peek at our edits of the best hikes in Sydney and the best walks in the Royal National Park.
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