Last Updated: 11th Sep 2026

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Lawson parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5km community event

Last Updated: 11th Sep 2026

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Grunt Factor: 6 ?

Gnarl Factor: 6 ?

5.1km

115m

115m

  

  

  

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Type of Run

Urban fringe

Out and Back

Undulating, small hills only

Dog Friendly

Native bush

Run Makeup

80%
20%

Farm Road / 4WD Track

Easy Single Track

Average Uphill Gradient: +4.40%

Average Downhill Gradient: -4.50%

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Estimated Times to Run

0:35

Slow

0:26

Moderate

0:20

Fast

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The course is a cross country run on fire trail. The course starts in North Lawson Park and heads left, out and back along North Lawson fire trail then continues up the hill. At the top of the hill, head left to the national park gate then turn back and continue to the gate at San Hose Rd. Turn back and return down the hill taking a left out to the gate and back to the finish.

Dogs on leash are welcome. Parts of the course may be unsuitable for some prams/buggies - please contact the parkrun team beforehand so they can provide more information.

The toilets are located in Wilson Park opposite the Lawson Swim Centre, this is approx. 500m from the start.

Turn off the Great Western Hwy at the lights in Lawson and go over the railway bridge, take the first left on Loftus Street then the second right onto St Bernard’s Drive. Continue along past the Lawso Swim Centre to North Lawson Park. If traveling by car on event day please DO NOT park on Evans Street or Park Road - park on St Bernards Drive near the swimming pool and walk down to the event - it's less than a 10 min walk.

1 km

2 minutes

Yes

Moderate.

Follow marshalls - several out and backs, and dog legs.

Perfect throughout.

Lightweight fleece top, Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Snake bandage

None

There is a small stream crossing.

The information provided is a guide only. Conditions, access and hazards can change, so use your own judgement and check current local information before heading out. Make sure the route or location is suitable for your experience, fitness and equipment, and check any access restrictions or permissions that may apply.

Ben Roberts Cafe
10 Benang St, Lawson NSW 2783, Australia
https://www.benscafe.org.au/
Recommended by Parkrun Lawson

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