parkrun - Stockton

This is a flat 5km loop course that follows the Stockton foreshore walking track taking in views of the Hunter River, Newcastle Harbour, Nobbys Lighthouse,and Stockton Beach. The course begins to the east of the iconic Stockton Ferry at the end of Mitchell St. The run begins following the foreshore walking track eastwards along Newcastle Harbour past the Lions Park and playground with views of Nobbys Headland and Lighthouse. The course loops back eastwards at the Stockton Breakwall and travels back towards the ferry. The course continues along the Harbour along the along the Ballast ground and Hunter River towards the Stockton boat ramp and Sailing Club with its many resident pelicans. The track continues along the Hunter River to the turnaround point at the Stcokton Scout Hall. Facilities There are a number of public toilets and drinking fountains along the course. There are two public toilets, one just past the boat ramp and one near the Stockton ferry wharf. Two water fountains are positioned along the course before the ferry wharf. There are two playgrounds along the course at the Stockton Sailing Club and the Lions Park past the Stockton ferry wharf. Getting There Location of startThe run starts at the first picnic hut on the ballast ground near Stockton Ferry Wharf. Getting there by public transportThe Stockton parkrun can be accessed by public transport using Newcastle Ferries that depart from Queens Wharf at 7:35 am and return 8:50 and 9:15am.Buses to Stockton are available from Newcastle which stop in Fern Bay on the way and stop at the ferry. Public transport information can be accessed on the Transport Buses website. Getting there on footFrom the ferry terminal in Stockton turn right and the run start line is at the first picnic hut on the ballast ground. Getting there by roadWhen entering Stockton follow Fullerton St to the end of the peninsula to the Ferry Wharf. There is plenty of off road parking available near the ferry wharf. Post Run Coffee Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee at the local coffee van - please come and join us!