Richmond Vale Rail Trail (28km), Newcastle, New South Wales

Richmond Vale Rail Trail is a 28km, grade 3 hike located in the Newcastle, New South Wales. The hike should take around 9 hrs to complete.

Length: 28km

Duration: 9 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: One Way

Start: Newcastle

End: Richmond Vale

Location: Newcastle

Closest town: Newcastle

New South Wales

From state capital: 167km

Longitude: 151.6756439

Latitude: -32.82829218

Hike summary

This is a proposed rail trail and is not yet open. It is one of the potential Rail Trails identified throughout NSW.

A great future rail trail in the Newcastle area
Possible 28km trail through spectacular coastal hinterland
This line has three beautiful brick lined tunnels
Wonderful railway infrasture including bridges, deep cuttings, and huge embankments
Would link Newcastle with Kurri Kurri and Cessnock
This trail could link up with many other cyclepaths in Newcastle and the Cessnock wineries

Newcastle Cycleways movement is working closely with Newcastle and other councils involved, to make this trail into a reality.

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Newcastle to Richmond Vale in Newcastle Area

Hexham to Richmond Vale in the north west Newcastle area

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Situated on the east coast of NSW, Newcastle is surrounded by golden sand beaches, a breathtaking coastline and a beautiful working harbour. The cafes, restaurants and bars, unique architecture and rich history stretch from the city to the suburbs.

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