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Nobbys Beach – Bar Beach loop from Hamilton Station

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Mountain biking trails

Australia

New South Wales

Nobbys Beach – Bar Beach loop from Hamilton Station

Hard

5.0

(3)

riders

Nobbys Beach – Bar Beach loop from Hamilton Station

02:06

28.8km

370m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.13 km for 155 m

After 8.01 km for 150 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.09 km

Macquarie Pier

Highlight • Structure

Macquarie Pier forms the breakwall extending from the harbour toward Nobbys Head in Newcastle. Construction began in 1818 under Governor Lachlan Macquarie, originally using convict labour to connect Nobbys Island …

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5.18 km

Macquarie Pier Revitalisation Project

Highlight • Monument

On the way to Nobbys Breakwall Point, 10 information boards explain important historical events.

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5.35 km

Nobbys Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nobbys Beach is one of Newcastle’s most prominent and accessible beaches, nestled at the entrance to the Hunter River near the iconic Nobbys Head and lighthouse. It’s well known as …

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5.46 km

Nobbys Lighthouse Viewpoint and Breakwater

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have an excellent view of the historic Nobbys Head Lighthouse. The crashing waves in the foreground add a dramatic touch to the iconic landmark.

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6.19 km

Newcastle Beach

Highlight • Beach

The 650-meter city beach is popular with surfers, swimmers, and families. Nearby cafes offer refreshments and walkers can enjoy the 15 minute stroll to Nobbys Beach along the Bather's Way path.

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8.08 km

Shepherds Hill Complex

Highlight • Historical Site

Shepherds Hill Complex (or Military Installations) was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register in 2010 and consists of an Edwardian-era cottage, gun battery, and observation post. All …

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9.53 km

Bar Beach

Highlight • Beach

Bar Beach is a beautiful beach with a surf club, restrooms, shaded picnic areas, and more! There is a good amount of parking, but it can get pretty busy on mid-summer weekends.

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11.5 km

Merewether Ocean Baths

Highlight • Structure

Merewether Ocean Baths stand as the largest ocean baths in the southern hemisphere. It is free to enjoy these huge baths fed by the ocean. They have been around for almost 100 years and have public restrooms, toilets, and showers.

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28.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.00 km

5.41 km

4.76 km

4.63 km

3.83 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

9.30 km

5.78 km

2.17 km

1.28 km

103 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 3 September

21°C

13°C

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Nobbys Beach – Bar Beach loop from Hamilton Station

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Nobbys Beach – Bar Beach loop from Hamilton Station

Macquarie Pier

Macquarie Pier Revitalisation Project

Nobbys Beach

Nobbys Lighthouse Viewpoint and Breakwater

Newcastle Beach

Shepherds Hill Complex

Bar Beach

Merewether Ocean Baths

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