Sydney Coastal Walk: A boogie down to Coogee

For as much as people talk about this trail, ‘Sydney Coastal Walk’ seems to be a bit of a misnomer. Located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, the walk actually runs from Bondi to Coogee — but understandably then the full name of the walk can get to be a mouthful.

Likewise, to say we ‘boogied’ down to Coogee wouldn’t be quite accurate: it took about two hours to walk the full six kilometers. Yet as any fun-loving journalist will tell you, it’s hard to pass on a headline that rhymes with boogie.

People enjoy the Coastal Walk for various reasons, from the quiet beaches and picnic areas, to family-friendly parks and pools. As someone who doesn’t like the beach or children, to that I say, meh. Not my cup of tea. 

I loved the Coastal Walk for the nature: walking this trail was the first time I truly recognized the vastness of the Pacific Ocean. There’s something so entrancing about gazing out at the horizon and seeing nothing but waves and water; to wonder what’s underneath, what’s on the other side?

Everything else along the way — the unique Australian flora, relaxed hippie vibe, and gorgeously eroded cliffs — was just a bonus.

Have you boogied from Bondi to Coogee? Where’s your favorite beachside walk?