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Maroochy River Canoe Trail: Eudlo Creek Paddle
Maroochy River Canoe Trail: Eudlo Creek Paddle
Diddillibah
Trail type
Skill Level
6.0km
One-way Length
One-way
Description
Explore the Maroochy River as it meanders around the Eudlo Creek Conservation Park.
SUITABLILITY
Very suitable for beginner kayakers as thew waters are calm.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore Eudlo Creek (a side estuary off Maroochy River) and on a calm day see beautiful mirror reflections of the mangrove-lined creek. This is a tidal creek so be mindful of low tide. Expect to see a wide range of sea birds including egrets and other waders.
Fishermans Road was once the landing place for cargo-laden steamships and schooners from Brisbane in the 1880s. It is close to the Sunshine Coast Paddlesports Club (107 Fishermans Road).
AFTERWARDS
On Sunday’s Fishermans Road has markets. Head further afield if you wish to enjoy some bushwalking up at Buderim Forest Park.
There is an excellent playground facility for children and BBQ and picnic areas are plentiful along the water’s edge.
You can hire kayaks from Bradman Avenue Maroochydore.
HOW TO GET THERE
To the starting point: Access is from the Lions Park off Fishermans Road, Maroochydore. There is ample parking. This is the designated launch point for waterski and paddlesports. It can be busy on weekends but during the week days is often uncrowded.
To the end point: This is an out and back loop paddle – start here and finish here.
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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 kayaking
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No drinking water available
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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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