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Coastal Pathway: Kawana Beach to Pt Cartwright
Coastal Pathway: Kawana Beach to Pt Cartwright
Buddina
Trail type
Skill Level
3.1km
Length
Circuit
Description
A family friendly walk along the beach esplanade, including Pt Cartwright views.
SUITABILITY
This walk is accessible and suitable for families and all ages.
HIGHLIGHTS
The Kawana Beach Sufr Club is the perfect spot to begin featuring, toilet facilities, playground, basketball hoop and wide green spaces – perfect for a family lunch or meeting spot.
The coastal pathway takes walkers along the beach esplanade, with plenty of beach access points and vantage spots with benches for those needing a rest along the way.
The path leading to the base of Pt Cartwright is a typical coastal boardwalk complete with several timber benches and walkways to the beach. The final climb is approximately 230 metres with walkers rewarded with sweeping views back along the Mooloolabah coastline and along the Kawana beach line. The point also features a 7 storey tall light tower and reservoir featuring a magnificent mural painting – definitely photo worthy subjects!
AFTERWARDS
There are a number of cafes a street back from the esplanade and those looking to rest further at the Pt Cartwright turnaround area and take a detour via the beautiful Mooloolah River adjacent to the esplanade.
HOW TO GET THERE
To Start: Via Nicklin Way, turn onto Koorin Drive, then left onto Lowanna Drive. Take Pacific Blvd on the right and the Kawana Surf Club is on your right.
To End: The end point is the start point
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Activities and facilities
Glossary
Suitable for wheelchairs- Suitable for walking
- Suitable for recreational cycling
Suitable for mountain biking
Suitable for horse riding
Suitable for kayaking
Drinking water available
No drinking water available
Barbeque on site
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
Fires permitted
Fires prohibited
Camping permitted
Camping prohibited
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Suitable for walking
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Suitable for recreational cycling
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Drinking water available
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Barbeque on site
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Picnic table on site
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Toilets on site
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Fires prohibited
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Camping prohibited
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Safety
IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL '000'.
Always Adventure Safely!
- Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
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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.
Maintenance and Enquiries
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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