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Road Cycle Route: Maroochydore Flat Road Loop

Walking Cycling34.7 kmDifficultCircuit

A flat loop with an intermediate 350m climb. Cycle along the river, the ocean, the countryside… this ride has it all!.

Suitability

Suitable for confident road cyclists Some road speeds are >60km/hr and have narrow or no shoulders

Highlights

Make your way out of the city through the lower hills of Buderim then back for some cracking ocean views. Begin by riding along the wide Maroochy River past Chambers Island, and all the water-sports you can handle. Soon you will be in the countryside for a scenic undulating 2.5km cycle through some of the loveliest acreage around. Rriding through Eudlo Flats s. Stop at Forest Glen for a coffee and a bite to eat, then continue along shady Tanawha Tourist drive into the back of Buderim, heading back to the coast for some spectacular ocean views along Cotton Tree, another great coffee stop.

Afterwards

Endless choices for a bite to eat in Ocean Street, plus you can do a spot of shopping while you are there.

How to get there

Route starts and ends at Ocean Street in the heart of Maroochydore. Ample parking if you drive in!

IMPORTANT: On-road cyclists should always ride with caution and be aware that conditions can change at any time. Cyclists using rural roads may encounter heavy vehicles and should be aware that roads can be narrow and undulating with varying shoulder widths. Notify someone of your intended route and be prepared with water, food and sun protection.

About this place

  • Suitable for walking
  • Suitable for recreational cycling
Walking track grade
Grade 4
A rough track, possibly long and very steep, with few signs to follow. Suited to experienced bushwalkers.

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

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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.

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