Western Sydney 10: Parramatta

Parramatta Park is the focus: a fast, flat three-lap circuit through 170 hectares of heritage-listed parklands beside the Parramatta River. Western Sydney 10: Parramatta feels like a regular runner’s hit-out rather than a large-event production, with sealed cycle and pedestrian paths, open grasslands, established trees, and enough riverside views to keep the laps from feeling identical. You start near Noller Footbridge, settle into the park loop, and finish in front of the George Street gatehouse. The smooth, pram-friendly surface and sheltered path network make it practical in mixed weather, though exposed sections can be challenging on windy days. Expect prams, steady runners, and people hunting a PB; the multi-lap setup also means supporters can see you more than once without working too hard for it.