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Tomaree Head – View of Shoal Bay loop from Bagnalls Beach Reserve

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Tomaree Head – View of Shoal Bay loop from Bagnalls Beach Reserve

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Tomaree Head – View of Shoal Bay loop from Bagnalls Beach Reserve

01:44

16.2km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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425 m

Beach

1.71 km

Dutchmans Beach

Beach

7.86 km

Tomaree Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tomaree Head is a prominent coastal headland within Tomaree National Park at the entrance to Port Stephens, known for its beautiful panoramic views over the bay and surrounding beaches. The area is accessed via the popular Tomaree Head Summit Walk and other short trails, with a car park, picnic areas, toilets and nearby beach access at Shoal Bay. Entry to Tomaree National Park is free, making it an easily accessible spot for walking, sightseeing and coastal wildlife viewing.

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8.51 km

View of Shoal Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Shoal Bay is a sheltered coastal bay at the northern edge of Port Stephens, known for its calm, clear waters and gently curving sandy beach. Framed by surrounding headlands, including Tomaree Head, the bay is protected from strong ocean swells, making it popular for swimming and boating. From here, the view across the water is beautiful, inviting you to slow down and take in the scenery.

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8.80 km

Tomaree Headland

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tomaree Headland stands at the southern entrance to Port Stephens, with its rugged cliffs dropping steeply into the sea. There are several walking paths that wind through the coastal bush, leading to lookouts that offer impressive views of the bay and coastline. Its elevated position made it a key defence site during World War II, with fortifications built to monitor and protect the coastline. Today, it remains a prominent natural landmark where its military history sits quietly within the landscape.

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16.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

1.92 km

383 m

124 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

2.19 km

1.92 km

622 m

131 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 16 July

18°C

10°C

65 %

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