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Coastal Pathway: Golden Beach Esplanade

Coastal Pathway: Golden Beach Esplanade
Golden Beach
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5.1km
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A family friendly walk alongside the Pumicestone Passage waterway.
SUITABILITY

This walk is accessible and suitable for families and all ages
HIGHLIGHTS

Beginning at the Short St boat ramp, there are a number of car parking spaces available and toilet facilities. The beach view bench seats provide a terrific sweeping view of the Caloundra end of the passage and glimpses of the walk to come.
The walk continues alongside the Pumicestone Passage and passes a number of playgrounds, picnic tables and facilities perfect for resting or refuelling along the way. There are also a number of beach access points to walk along the sand or test the water temperature!
For those interested in fishing the passage is a haven for local fishermen, with a number of jetty’s and rocks to cast a line from.
The turnaround point is the Bells Creek Boat ramp and features green space, toilet facilities and shelter for a half way recharge.

AFTERWARDS

If you haven’t already stopped at one of the cafes along the way, make your way into Caloundra or Kings Beach and explore the many places to dine, shop and relax.
HOW TO GET THERE

To Start: Via Nicklin Way, turn left onto Caloundra Rd which turns into Bowman St. Turn right onto Park Pl and Short St is on your left
To End: The end point is the start point


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  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for wheelchairsSuitable for wheelchairs
  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for walkingSuitable for walking
  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for recreational cyclingSuitable for recreational cycling
  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for mountain bikingSuitable for mountain biking
  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for horse ridingSuitable for horse riding
  • Icon showing this activity is suitable for kayakingSuitable for kayaking
  • Icon showing this activity has drinking water availableDrinking water available
  • Icon showing this activity does not have drinking water availableNo drinking water available
  • Icon showing this activity has a barbeque on siteBarbeque on site
  • Icon showing this activity has a picnic table on sitePicnic table on site
  • Icon showing this activity has toilets on siteToilets on site
  • Icon showing fires are permitted at this activityFires permitted
  • Icon showing fires are prohibited at this activityFires prohibited
  • Icon showing camping is permitted at this activityCamping permitted
  • Icon showing camping is prohibited at this activityCamping prohibited
  • Suitable for walking Suitable for walking black lines Suitable for walking
  • Suitable for recreational cycling Suitable for recreational cycling Suitable for recreational cycling
  • Drinking water available Drinking water available Drinking water available
  • barbeque on site barbeque on site Barbeque on site
  • Picnic table on site Picnic table on site Picnic table on site
  • toilets on site toilets on site Toilets on site
  • Fires prohibited Fires prohibited Fires prohibited
  • Camping prohibited Camping prohibited Camping prohibited
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  • Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
  • Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
    • Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/.
    • Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
    • Always bring more water than you think you will need.
    • Be Sun Safe!
    • Always let someone know where you are going that isn’t going with you.
  • Just getting started try this site for good useful information: https://www.trailhiking.com.au/hike-safety/
  • Sunshine Coast Council does it’s best to maintain current information but things can change so always be aware that a trail may not be as listed in this guide, and report and issues via our feedback link.

Sunshine Coast Council

For any issues with this experience please contact:

Sunshine Coast Council via 07 5475 7272 or via e-mail: adventure@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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