Sunshine Coast Council

A 6km circuit paddle upstream and downstream through urban and bushland areas fringed with Paperbarks and She-oaks.

SUITABLILITY
An easy paddle suitable for beginners and families.

HIGHLIGHTS
This full Currimundi Lake experience provides a peaceful haven and an enjoyable adventure for wildlife enthusiasts, canoeists and families.

Paddle upstream under the bridge to explore the banks and offshoot tributaries. There you’ll see a mix of native bushlands and possibly a variety of bird life. Paddle down stream to the mouth of the Curriumundi Lake to go to white sands. The more adventurous can even paddle out into the surf on a high tide.

With canoe resting points along the way, the sheltered waters of Currimundi Lake are ideal for canoe, kayak or paddleboard adventures and are very easy to navigate, making them perfect for the whole family. Enjoy the varied trees including Pink Bloodwood, Coastal and Wallum Banksia and Black She-oak. If you’re lucky you might see the Royal Spoonbill and White faced Heron’s out at the Lagoon.

At Kitethrills, 1 Watson Street, Currimundi, you can hire SUPs, single and double kayaks and kitesurf equipment. They also have great espressos.

AFTERWARDS
Come prepared for a BBQ or picnic in one of the many park facilities on the Lake foreshore. At the Lake entrance there is a large area of sand perfect for families, especially young children or you can enjoy the surf at the patrolled Currimundi Beach.

HOW TO GET THERE
Aside from easy parking and super close proximity to the water, especially upstream adventures, this entry is often grassier and more protected than other entry points.

From Nicklin Way in Currimundi, turn right into Gannawarra Street (just before the bridge heading north or turn left just after the bridge heading south), then left into Lara Street and left into Gamban Esplanade. This will take you to the spot marked on the map where it is often easier to find a park and launch your vessel.

You could also launch from other points including: Frank McIvor Park (just along Westaway Parade) on the south side or Noel Burns Park or Crummunda Park on the north side.