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Woombye to Palmwoods Town Centres

Walking Cycling4.7 kmEasyOne-way 4

Connecting hinterland townships

Suitability

Suitable for riders and walkers of intermediate fitness levels.

Highlights

This is a popular recreational ride, walk or run for many locals. Linking the two hinterland townships of Woombye and Palmwoods, the paths provides users with a safe and sealed track. The hilly hinterland stretch makes this a perfect workout for those wishing to increase their fitness levels, or maximise their time exercising. The ride beings and ends in the heart of both towns, providing ample parking, and access to amenities, water and shade. Don’t forget to take in the views of the Blackall Range, which is particularly beautiful late afternoon as the sun is setting. For those who wish to extend the ride, continue following the pathways through Palmwoods and around the township.

Afterwards

Spend some time in Woombye or Palmwoods and support one of the many local establishments. Both towns are unique in character and offer visitors a warm welcoming experience, including access to several parks such as Piccabeen or Federation Park in Palmwoods, or CWA Park in Woombye. Major regional attractions including the Big Pineapple and Wildlife HQ ore also in short driving distance, as are a few other hinterland towns.

How to get there

To the starting point: The township of Woombye is located off the Bruce Highway, west of Maroochydore. Take the Nambour Connection Road exit off the Bruce Highway, and travel east for approximately 5 minutes before you see the sign to Woombye. Turn left into Blackall Street, the main street of Woombye. The official start point is on the corner of Hill Street, opposite the Woombye School of Arts (centre of town).

To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point.

Accessibility guide

Not suitable for wheelchairs unless motorised. The path inclines steeply in sections, narrows to 80cm in places with kerb ramps that do not meet the road smoothly, and includes short 5-10m stretches at about 20%. Accessible bays are in Hill Street and Blackall Street, Woombye. For motorised wheelchair users the walk ends at Rick's Garage in Palmwoods, as the continuation into Piccabean Park has several steep steps.

About this place

  • Suitable for walking
  • Suitable for recreational cycling
  • Drinking water available
  • Barbeque on site
  • Picnic table on site
  • Toilets on site
  • Playground on site
Walking track grade
Grade 2
A formed track with gentle hills and the occasional step. Clearly signposted, and no walking experience needed.

Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)

Managed by
Sunshine Coast Council

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Safety

In an emergency, call 000. Always adventure safely!

  • 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: Bureau of Meteorology — Queensland(opens in a new tab)
    • 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: Trail Hiking Australia — hike safety(opens in a new tab)
  • Sunshine Coast Council does its best to keep this information current, but things change, so be aware that a trail may not be as listed here.

1 rating
Review by Anne2 years ago

After arriving in Woombye by bus & morning tea at bakery, Chris the lovely librarian at the Arts Centre told us the best track to Palmwoods. From the butcher shop head towards the water tower (about 2klm) a bit of this is on the roadside but then after turning right at the water tower the path is lovely all the way for approx 3 klm to Palmwoods. After lunch at Ricks Garage we came back to Caloundra by train to landsborough & bus to Caloundra. A great way to spend the day.

Review by Catherine6 years ago

Good walk from Woombye to Palmwoods. Yummy brekky at The Cocoa Tree before return walk back to Woombye. We did initially start down by railway track thinking path followed but found our way to path that virtually runs parallel to Nambour Connection Road. 😄

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