Swimrun Australia: Sydney East
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Swimrun Australia: Sydney East
Swimrun Australia’s Sydney East is an out-and-back swimrun along Sydney’s eastern harbour coastline linking Rose Bay with South Head. The course alternates short swims and shoreline runs across bays, beaches, trails and rock platforms, offering repeated views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Hornby Lighthouse.
Three distances are offered:
- Enduro 17.0 : 17 km total; 2 km swim; 15 km run; 27 sections; solo or team; 17+ years
- Experience 11.0 : 11 km total; 1.3 km swim; 9.7 km run; 17 sections; solo only; 15+ years
- Discovery 6.0 : 6 km total; 750 m swim; 5.25 km run; 11 sections; solo only; 13+ years
The route highlights named locations such as Rose Bay, Hermit Bay, Nielsen Park, Parsley Bay, Watsons Bay, Camp Cove and South Head. Swims are described as short and confidence-building while runs are varied and scenic, with some technical terrain in places. Event services include on-course and finish-line photos, on-course nutrition, safety support, a finisher pennant and endorsement from AusTri. Results and galleries are available from previous years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.