Distance: 6.6km (out and back)
Start/Finish: Eastern Beach to Rippleside Park (turnaround)
Difficulty: Easy

The Bob McGovan Path is a scenic paved route that celebrates Geelong’s beautiful waterfront along Corio Bay. This 3.3km path offers stunning bay views and takes you past several Geelong highlights, including Eastern Beach, the Geelong Pier, a heritage carousel, and expansive green lawns.

Highlights:

Waterfront views of Corio Bay
Eastern Beach
Geelong Pier
Heritage carousel
Large green lawns
Rippleside Park with a small beach
Description:

Begin your run at Eastern Beach, keeping the bay on your right. Follow the path eastward, passing the Yacht Club, pier, parks, and playgrounds until you reach Rippleside Park, your turnaround point. Rippleside Park is a large open space with a beach for those who want to extend their workout with a swim.

Facilities:

Public restrooms
Fountains
Swimming facilities at Eastern Beach and Rippleside Park
Add-Ons:

Extend your run into Eastern Park (see our separate route for Eastern Park)
Challenge yourself with the hillier paths that crisscross the hill surrounding Eastern Beach. These paths are popular with local running clubs for strength training due to the variety of difficulty options.