Northern Redhead Beach Walk

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30 mins

1.2 km Circuit

15 m

Hard track

This circuit walk starts at Webb Park and briefly travels on the Owens Walkway, before walking along the beautiful Redhead Beach to the Redhead SLSC. The rock cliffs at the northern end of Redhead Beach are inspiring and attractive to walk underneath. The walk returns to Webb Park via the SLSC car park, crossing a small creek (feet will get wet) and arriving back on the Owens Walkway and Webb Park. This walk is a good way to experience the northern end of Redhead Beach.

Webb Park sign in Redhead and near the Owens Walkway

Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway near Webb Park in Redhead

Sheltered barbecue at Webb Park in Redhead

Footpath through forest on the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Timber boardwalk on the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Timber boardwalk and seat on the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Intersection near the Redhead beach on the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Sandy track towards Redhead Beach in Redhead

Intersection near the Redhead beach on the Owens Walkway

Sandy track near the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Sandy track going up towards Redhead beach

Timber posts on the track towards Redhead Beach

Timber posts with the Redhead Beach in the background

Building and Toilet block at the Redhead SLSC

End of footpath into the Redhead SLSC Car Park.

Locked gate at south-western corner of Redhead car park

Locked gate with the Redhead SLSC car park in the background

Sandy timber stepped track down to Freshwater Creek in Redhead

Freshwater Creek near Redhead Beach in Redhead

Freshwater Creek with Redhead Beach in the background

Flat green grassy section near Freshwater Creek in Redhead

Sandy uphill track near the Owens Walkway

Intersection with the Owens Walkway in Redhead

Timbered boardwalk on the Owens Walkway near Webb Park

Timbered boardwalk and seat on the Owens Walkway.

Ken & Audrey Owens Walkway

The Ken & Audrey Owens Walkway on Cain St, Redhead is a community made coastal walkway[1] through restored bushland[2]. The walkway has two halves - one direction visits the Redhead Lagoon and a timber bridge viewpoint, and the other way visits Webb Park near the Redhead shops. The walkway was made in coordination with the Redhead Landcare group. Volunteers are always needed for working bee's on the last Sunday morning of each month. For more information, contact 49447403. The boardwalk is made of concrete and timber, and the tracks are suitable for wheelchairs and prams. There are also well positioned rest areas along the boardwalk. There is a dog walking area just off the walkway. More info.

Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area

Webb Park picnic area is located on Beach Rd, Redhead, and has a small car park within it. It offers tap water[3], a toilet[4], picnic tables[5], sheltered electric barbecues[6] and a children's playground[7]. The area is just 200m walk from Redhead surf beach[8] and also its large car park and Surf Life Saving Club. More info.

(0km) Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area → Webb Park Four-Way Intersection

160 m

3 mins

-2m Very easy

From the Webb Park car park and picnic area[9][10](off Beach St, Redhead), this walk follows the timber walkway gently uphill[11], following the 'Ken & Audrey Owens Walkway' sign[12] (on your right). This walk conintues along the timber boardwalk for about 130m passing a bench seat[13] part way (on the right) to come to a four-way intersection[14], with a gravel track[15] (on the left), a sandy track[16] (directly ahead) and a timber walkway[17] and 'Keep dogs on leads' sign[18] on the right.

(0km) Webb Park Four-Way Intersection → Redhead Surf Life Saving Club

470 m

8 mins

-7m Hard track

Continue straight: From the intersection[19], this walk follows the sandy track gently uphill, while initially passing the 'Keep dogs on leads' sign[20][21] on your right. This walk continues for about 80m, passing timber posts[22] in the sand to find views of the ocean. Then this walk continues straight ahead and gently downhill (passing more timber fences[23]) for about 100m, until coming to Redhead Beach[24][25][26] (near Webb Park).
Turn left: From Redhead Beach (near Webb Park)[27], this walk follows the beach with the ocean on your right. This walk crosses Freshwater Creek (may be covered with sand) after about 60m and continues for about 230m, until coming to the Redhead Beach Surf Life Saving Club[28].

Redhead Surf Life Saving Club

Redhead Surf Life Saving Club, on Beach Rd, Redhead, is adjacent to a large car park and the main surfing area[29] of Redhead Beach. There are changing rooms with toilets[30]. The SLSC runs a kiosk[31], open from 7am daily[32], serving hot and cold drinks, hot food, snacks and ice cream cones[33]. More info.

(1km) Redhead Surf Life Saving Club → Redhead Car Park (Fresh Water Creek end)

190 m

3 mins

-2m Hard track

Continue straight: From the Redhead Surf Life Saving Club[34][35] (off Beach Road, Redhead) this walk follows the footpath[36], with the car park[37] on your right and vegetation[38] on your left. This walk continues for about 50m to the end of the footpath[39]. This walk then turns left into the car park and continues for about 120m, until coming to a locked metal gate[40] and 'Dogs must be leashed' sign[41].

(1km) Redhead Car Park (Fresh Water Creek end) → Owens Walkway Intersection

180 m

3 mins

-1m Hard track

Veer left: From the south-western corner of Redhead Beach car park[42][43] (off Beach Road, Redhead) near Freshwater Creek, this walk passes around the locked metal gate[44][45] and follows the sandy track[46] (with timber steps) gently downhill, keeping the ocean on your left. This walk continues for about 40m, crossing Freshwater Creek[47] then turning right, inland. Then this walk continues gently uphill[48] and after about 70m passes through a level grassed area[49]. This walk then continues on a gravel track[50] for about 60m, until coming to the Owens Walkway four-way intersection[51], with a 'Keep dogs on leads' sign[52] directly ahead.

(1km) Webb Park Four-Way Intersection → Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area

160 m

3 mins

-1m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection[53], this walk follows the timber walkway gently uphill[54], while initially passing the 'Keep dogs on leads' sign[55] on your left and leaving the sandy track[56] directly behind. This walk soon passes a bench seat[57] (on the left) and after about 130m, comes to the Webb Park car park[58] and picnic area[59].

Maps for the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea	1:25 000 Map Series	92314N SWANSEA	NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Northern Redhead Beach Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Northern Redhead Beach Walk

Altitude analysis for Northern Redhead Beach Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	1.2 km
		Time	30 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
		Signs	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 820m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 350m has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 660m of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely, whilst the remaining 510m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 850m of this walk has minimal directional signs, whilst the remaining 320m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 660m of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 510m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

660m of this walk has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) and another 320m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats). The remaining (190m) has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk.

The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk follows a series of concrete and timber footpaths through the pleasant coastal area. This walk starts and finishes at the Webb Park Picnic Area, which has good facilities and shops nearby. The Owens Walkway has been made in conjunction with the Redhead Landcare group. This walk is great

Total climbing: 20m

Very easy

The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit

3.2 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk visits the Owens Wetland on the Owens Walkway, before entering Redhead Beach and walking north to the Redhead SLSC. The cliffs to the north are worth a closer look. The walk then returns via the Redhead Beach car park, crossing a creek (your feet will get wet) and following the Owens Wal

Total climbing: 26m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk.

Cain's Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk

1.3 km Return, 30 mins

This walk takes you beside the Owens wetland and then finishes at a lovely timber bridge over the Owens Creek. You are likely to see many birds on this walk, particularly if you do the walk in the early morning or late afternoon when the birds are most active. This walk is wheelchair accessible an

Total climbing: 4m

Very easy

Awabakal Coastal Walk

1.9 km One way, 45 mins

This walk traverses the Awabakal Nature Reserve. Starting from Dudley in the north, this walk travels south through coastal heath and forest, until coming to Redhead. The vegetation throughout this walk is particularly attractive during the wildflower season of July to October. The side trip out

Total climbing: 21m

Hard track

Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

948 m Return, 30 mins

This short walk from the Awabakal car park out to the Awabakal Viewpoint offers a relaxing walk through native forest, with a quiet and secluded viewpoint at the end. The native heath throughout this walk is particularly attractive when in flower (July to October). Why not take a blanket and enjoy

Total climbing: 10m

Hard track

Northern Green Point Circuit

3.8 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk visits two lovely foreshore locations on Lake Macquarie, before gaining height and traveling through eucalyptus forest and then finally descending again to the foreshore. The forest walking is mostly along fire trails adjacent to houses and it is possible to shorten the walk by exiting on

Total climbing: 140m

Hard track

Rocky-high Circuit Walk

666 m Circuit, 30 mins

This short circuit walk offers elevated views over Lake Macquarie from Rocky-high Viewpoint. This walk offers pleasant walking beside Lake Macquarie, as well as on a quiet track inland through eucalyptus forest. If possible, complete this walk close to sunset to take advantage of the views across

Total climbing: 27m

Moderate track

Leichhardt's Green Point Walk

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk offers the shortest way of walking to Green Point. Starting from the elevated Leichhardt Road in Valentine, the walk descends through eucalyptus forest with some pleasant clearings on the way. Green Point is a great place for picnics and feels as if you can see the entire Lake Macquarie

Total climbing: 84m

Moderate track

Green Point Drive Circuit

3.4 km Circuit, 2 hrs 45 mins

This walk takes in two of the best parts of Green Point Reserve, the quiet and secluded Green Point itself and the views at Sea Eagle Lookout. Starting at the high point of Green Point Drive entrance, you gradually descend to the foreshore, crossing over open grasslands and through eucalyptus fores

Total climbing: 127m

Moderate track

The Green Point Walk

3 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk descends through open grasslands and eucalyptus forest to arrive at the grassed Green Point. This is a quiet and secluded spot and a fabulous place for a picnic. From Green Point, there are good views up and down Lake Macquarie. The side trip to the Sea Eagle Lookouts is also worthwhile

Total climbing: 102m

Moderate track

Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek

1.3 km Return, 40 mins

A great way to explore the tree canopy and valley in one easy walk. From the car park, you will be lead along a 100m long elevated timber boardwalk that brings you eye level with the tree canopy. Continue into the valley following the gently undulating wide track to cross Flaggy Creek using a solid

Total climbing: 52m

Easy track

Green Point Circuit Walk

7.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

This walk visits all of the popular locations in Green Point Reserve, as well as some of the lesser-visited areas inland. Taking in Sea Eagle Park, Green Point and Rocky-high viewpoint on the foreshore and then travel inland through mostly eucalyptus forest to enjoy the views at Sea Eagle Lookout,

Total climbing: 269m

Hard track

The Foreshore Walk

2.9 km One way, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk traverses the coastline of the Green Point reserve. By following a variety of tracks and occasionally traveling inland through eucalyptus forest, this walk visits both Jetty and Sea Eagle picnic areas, Green Point itself and Rocky-high viewpoint. When looking into the waters of Lake Macq

Total climbing: 81m

Hard track

The Lookout Circuit

2.4 km Circuit, 1 Hr

The Lookout Circuit is a classic Green Point reserve walk. This walk offers walkers plenty of picnic opportunities, elevated views over Lake Macquarie and travel through eucalyptus forest. There is also good historical and environmental interpretative signage along much of this walk. This recomme

Total climbing: 91m

Moderate track