Palmwoods Town Walk
A popular walk in the town of Palmwoods.
Suitability
Suitable for walkers, families and recreational riders.
Highlights
The path begins at Piccabean Park, along known as the official Town Square. Opened in 2018, the town square includes a community green lawn space, boardwalk, seating, shaded areas, and bespoken art features. Along the path you will transverse through the main street of Palmwoods and will immediately feel the quirky and retro vide of the hinterland town! On the journey to Lemon Park, you will also pass by the Palmwoods Skate park, which provides a range of skate elements ideal for beginners and intermediate skaters and comfortably accommodates 3-4 skaters at any one time. There’s also the Palmwoods Aquatic Centre, home to a heated indoor pool, a 25-metre heated pool with covered grandstand and a wading pool.
Afterwards
Spend some time enjoying the township of Palmwoods or visit the charming townships of Blackall Range villages of Buderim, Maleny, Montville and Mapleton, all within a comfortable driving distance. Or head to nearby Federation Park and enjoy a picnic lunch!
How to get there
To the starting point: Travel north or south along Palmwoods-Montville Road to the heart of Palmwoods, there is plenty of parking available. Piccabeen Park is in Main Street, next to the Memorial Hall.
To the end point: The end point being the same as your starting point.
Accessibility guide
Accessible on a flat concrete and timber path as far as Piccabean Park, with several seating options. Five steep steps with a handrail then end the walk for wheelchair and mobility aid users, and there is no alternative route around them. The accessible bay at the end of Little Main Street sits on a slope, which may make transfers harder.
There is an accessible parking bay at the end of Little Main Street. This parking bay is on a slope and a person using a wheelchair may require assistance to exit or enter a vehicle. You can then cross the road and go past the shop fronts or stay on the other side for a short distance before arriving at Piccabean Park. This is via a flat accessible concrete and timber pathway. There are several seating options in the area.
If you continue on the walk there are five steep steps that lead you around the corner onto Margaret Street. There is a handrail available. There is no alternative to avoid the steps, doing so would force you out onto a very busy road and up a very steep incline. This is where the walk ends for those using a wheelchair or mobility aid. If you are able to negotiate the steps the path continues up an incline for approximately 20 metres along the main street before leveling out. The path then takes you through the town and past the Fire Station before descending a steep slope not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility walkers. The path then crosses a busy road followed by a gradual incline to eventually arrive at the end of the trail. This later section of the path would require mechanical assistance to negotiate.
The historic character of Little Main Street and the boutique cafes.
Piccabean Park
- There is a freestanding push button drinking fountain that can be operated with the right hand. This fountain also provides a water bottle filling spout and a bowl for pets.
- Timber bench seating, some with back and arm rests, and a shaded table and bench seating.
- There is also a bike rack and pedestrian crossing allowing you to cross the street to visit one of the cafes.
Whether you're looking for a place to enjoy a meal, shop for unique items, or simply soak in the local atmosphere, Little Main Street offers a slice of the laid-back, friendly lifestyle that Palmwoods is known for.
Suitability
There is an accessible parking bay at the end of Little Main Street. This parking bay is on a slope and a person using a wheelchair may require assistance to exit or enter a vehicle. You can then cross the road and go past the shop fronts or stay on the other side for a short distance before arriving at Piccabean Park. This is via a flat accessible concrete and timber pathway. There are several seating options in the area.
If you continue on the walk there are five steep steps that lead you around the corner onto Margaret Street. There is a handrail available. There is no alternative to avoid the steps, doing so would force you out onto a very busy road and up a very steep incline. This is where the walk ends for those using a wheelchair or mobility aid. If you are able to negotiate the steps the path continues up an incline for approximately 20 metres along the main street before leveling out. The path then takes you through the town and past the Fire Station before descending a steep slope not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility walkers. The path then crosses a busy road followed by a gradual incline to eventually arrive at the end of the trail. This later section of the path would require mechanical assistance to negotiate.
Highlights
The historic character of Little Main Street and the boutique cafes.
Facilities and activities
Piccabean Park
- There is a freestanding push button drinking fountain that can be operated with the right hand. This fountain also provides a water bottle filling spout and a bowl for pets.
- Timber bench seating, some with back and arm rests, and a shaded table and bench seating.
- There is also a bike rack and pedestrian crossing allowing you to cross the street to visit one of the cafes.
Afterwards
Whether you're looking for a place to enjoy a meal, shop for unique items, or simply soak in the local atmosphere, Little Main Street offers a slice of the laid-back, friendly lifestyle that Palmwoods is known for.
Disclaimer:
This trail accessibility review has been undertaken by Spinal Life Australia. Please note that the trails reviewed are not compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Instead, these reviews are intended to provide additional information to assist trail users and carers in assessing the usability of each trail, including details about accessible parking, trail surfaces, and amenity facilities.
About this place
- Suitable for walking
- Suitable for recreational cycling
- Drinking water available
- Picnic table on site
- Toilets 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
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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: 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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