Merewether to Queens Wharf (4.4km), Merewether, New South Wales

Merewether to Queens Wharf is a 4.4km, grade 3 hike located in the Merewether, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.5 hrs to complete.

Length: 4.4km

Duration: 1.5 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: One way

Start: 1 John Parade

End: 150 Wharf Rd

Location: Merewether

Closest town: Newcastle

New South Wales

From state capital: 152km

Longitude: 151.7568069

Latitude: -32.94830733

Hike summary

Starting from Merewether you will mostly follow the coast line to Queens Wharf. After exploring some of Newcastle's (and arguably Australia's) best beaches the grand views from Strzelecki Lookout you then wander through King Edward Park where you can take the optional side trip to the intriguing Bogey Hole. The walk then takes you up to more panoramic views from the The Obelisk before you stroll through Newcastle CBD and mall to Queens Wharf. There are a few long hills just take you time and enjoy the salt air.

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