Discover coastal walks with spectacular NSW national parks scenery and great viewpoints for whale watching.
Each year, up to 40,000 whales migrate along the NSW coast between May and November and one of the best ways to spot them is on a coastal walking track.
From short strolls to multi-day hikes, these walks feature clifftop lookouts, oceanfront tracks and sweeping headlands where whales can be seen close to shore.
If you love the panoramic ocean views from the sandstone cliffs of Kamay Botany Bay National Park, Cape Baily walking track is for you. Close to Cronulla, it's a great place to spot whales, dolphins and native birds.
Fairfax walk is paved, making it an easy stroll and ideal for walking with children. Located at North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park, it's a great walk for whale watching.
Located near Gosford, Bouddi coastal walk is known for its beaches, boardwalk and birdlife. Go whale watching, picnic or swim at Maitland Bay, or simply absorb the ocean views.
Walk 27km over 2-3 days from Tomaree Head to Birubi Point in Tomaree National Park. This is Grade 4, self-guided walk with accommodation in coastal villages available along the way.
Enjoy spectacular coastal views along the Walgun Cape Byron walking track that takes you on a hike through rainforest, beach, grassland and clifftops to the lighthouse.
Walk 34km over 3-4 days from Pretty Beach to Maloneys Beach in Murramarang National Park. This Grade 4 walk can be booked as a self-guided or guided experience.
Walk 32km over 3 days from Boyds Tower to Green Cape Lighthouse in Beowa National Park. This Grade 4 walk can be booked as a self-guided or guided experience.
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