Hiking, Biking & Nature
Cycling
Experience the beauty of the Lake Macquarie region through a diverse range of cycling tracks and trails.
Fernleigh Track
- 15km
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Shared pathway along a disused coal haul rail line
- Walking, prams, bikes
- Coastal, bush, wetlands
Booragul to Belmont (cycle route)
- 18km
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Passes through suburbs of Booragul, Speers Point, Warners Bay, Eleebana, Valentine and Warners Bay
Full guide to cycling and mountain bike trails in Lake Macquarie
Walking tracks & trails
Lake Macquarie offers a diverse range of walking tracks and trails – from coastal walks, bushland trails and lakeside paths.
Fernleigh Track
- 15km
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Walking, prams, bikes
- Coastal, bush, wetlands
- Multiple entry and exit points
Warners Bay Foreshore
- Flat, concrete path
- Suitable for walking, prams, bikes, scooters
- Follows lake edge, picturesque scenery
- Access to toilets, cafes and restaurants
Full guide to walking tracks and trails in Lake Macquarie
National Parks and reserves
Watagans National Park
Bushwalking, Waterfalls, Rainforest, Lookouts, Camping, Abseiling, 4WD
Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area
Bushwalking, Picnics, Views, Kayaking, Birdwatching, Fishing
Glenrock State Conservation Area
Bushwalking, Mountain biking, Horse riding, Surfing, Lookouts
Wallarah National Park
Bushwalking, Cycle paths, Panoramic ocean views
Munmorah State Conservation Area
Coastal scenery, Birdwatching, Picnics, Walking, Swimming
Belmont Wetlands State Park
Walking trails, Wetlands and diverse ecosystems, Birdwatching
Popular parks and reserves
Warners Bay foreshore
Lakeside paved walking/cycling track, Cafe strip nearby, Vast parklandsm Picnic and BBQ areas, Great for sunsets
Speers Point Park
Popular recreational space, Fenced playground, Cafe, Vast foreshore picnic and BBQ areas, Lakeside paved walking/cycling tracks
Pelican foreshore park
Fenced playground, Lake foreshore, Picnic areas, Great for sunsets
Green Point Foreshore Reserve
Scenic, Picnic areas, 7km lakeside walking/cycling track