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Conquer the Beautiful Barwon River: Experience the Geelong River Run!
Lace up your shoes and prepare to be charmed by the scenic beauty of Geelong’s Barwon River at the Geelong River Run! This fully looped course offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for runners of all levels, showcasing the river’s captivating landscapes without any road crossings.
Highlights:
- Immerse yourself in nature: Breathe in the fresh air and admire stunning river views as you navigate the 5km or 10km course.
- Peaceful, traffic-free loop: Enjoy a smooth run without the hassle of stopping for traffic, allowing you to fully focus on the scenery and your performance.
- Explore diverse landscapes: Traverse various terrains, including riverside paths, parklands, and even a brief crossing over the scenic Moorabool Street bridge.
- Convenient hydration: Stay refreshed throughout your run with strategically placed water stops along the way.
- Clearly marked course: Follow the well-marked path
Featured Events Nearby
Lace Up for a Scenic Cause: Join the 9th Annual River Run – Geelong! Mark your calendars for the 10th Annual River Run – Geelong, one of the region’s most beloved fun runs! Join hundreds …read more
2 March 2025
Price Range: $50 to $99
Celebrate, Remember, and Walk/Run with the Mother’s Day Classic! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate, remember, and move your body with the iconic Mother’s Day Classic! This year marks the event’s 27th anniversary, …read more
11 May 2025
Price Range: $25 to $49
Run Through Scenic Waurn Ponds: Conquer the 8km at Pioneer Road Baseball Fields! Lace up your shoes and get ready for a scenic run at the Waurn Ponds 8km event! Starting and finishing at the …read more
8 September 2024
Price Range: Less than $25
Train, Run, Refuel: The Strong Bodies Burger Run is Back! Calling all runners (and burger enthusiasts!) The Strong Bodies Burger Run is back for 2025, offering a fun and rewarding running experience near Geelong at …read more
9 March 2025
Price Range: $50 to $99
Run Clubs and Coaching Nearby
Welcome to Birre Runners! Join us every Sunday at 8am in the quaint country town of Birregurra for a run. Birre Runners is a social running group where the focus is on enjoying the run, …read more
A training group that caters for all abilities and all ages. Early morning, afternoons and track sessions. Empowering people in a inclusive group. Also available for online training programs, tailored and individualised to your goals …read more
Run group coaching, online coaching and 1 on 1 coaching with Melbourne Pack *RUNNING GROUP WITH COACHING: Adults every Tuesday (am and pm) Wednesday (am) Thursday (am and pm) Saturday (am) and Sunday (am). Kids …read more
parkrun Nearby
The Balyang Sanctuary parkrun is a free, weekly, 5km event that is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or experience. Here is some key information about parkrun: It is held every Saturday morning It …read more
The Eastern Gardens parkrun is a free, weekly, 5km event that is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or experience. Here is some key information about parkrun: It is held every Saturday morning It …read more
The Ocean Grove parkrun is a free, weekly, 5km event that is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or experience. Here is some key information about parkrun: It is held every Saturday morning It …read more
The Torquay parkrun is a free, weekly, 5km event that is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or experience. Here is some key information about parkrun: It is held every Saturday morning It is …read more
Runs Nearby
This scenic 10km loop is a favorite among runners, showcasing the beauty of the Barwon River between South Geelong and Highton. The route winds along the river, passing through Yollinko Park, picturesque Queens Park, and …read more
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Distance: 6.6 km (one-way), 13.2 km (round-trip) Difficulty: Easy Surface: Paved, off-road The Waurn Ponds Creek Trail is a pleasant, multi-use trail perfect for walking, running, or cycling. This scenic route follows Waurn Ponds Creek …read more
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Some excellent paths along the Barwon River, between South Geelong and Highton. A favorite 10k loop runs from Yollinko Park to Buckley Falls Lookout, passing through the hilly Queens Park. …read more
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Distance: Approximately 5 km (loop) Difficulty: Moderate This scenic loop showcases the best of Geelong, incorporating the waterfront, Johnstone Park, and the Pakington Street shopping district. You can join the loop at any point for …read more