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Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail is a proposed 10km trail from Awaba to Wangi Wangi in NSW.

Length: 10km

Duration: 3 hrs

Grade 3 (Moderate)

Style: One Way

Start: Awaba

End: Wangi Wangi

Location: Newcastle

State: New South Wales

Nearby town: Awaba

From state capital: 130km

Latitude: -33.01301797154319

Longitude: 151.5415906635651

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This rail trail is proposed and is not yet open. The alignment passes through private property. Trespassing on the alignment is prohibited.

The Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail is a proposed 10-kilometer track connecting the village of Awaba with Wangi Wangi and other lakeside suburbs on the western shores of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales. This potential trail offers a nice way to get between Awaba's heritage railway station and Wangi Wangi for cyclists and walkers.

The eastern end of the trail starts at the disused and state heritage-listed Wangi Wangi Power Station. The route goes through attractive bushland with some deep cuts along the way.

Starting southwest of the existing Awaba Railway Station, the trail quickly enters typical bushland. After about 1 kilometer, you'll reach the Awaba Colliery site. There are several deep cuts along the path.

For more information and a location map please visit RailTrails Australia.

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Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

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Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail (10km)

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Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail (10km)

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Aaron Jan Stephen

03/09/2019, 20:56

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Michael Adkin ?

03/07/2019, 06:48

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Sharon Boyd lets do it!!

01/04/2019, 10:47

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Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail (10km)