Maroochydore Bradman Ave Walk
A stunning riverside walk packed with highlights.
Suitability
This walk is accessible and suitable for families and all ages.
Highlights
The walk begins at the Maroochydore Sports Complex where there is plenty of parking available. The area is perfect for families and features a playground, toilet facilities and green space beside the river. Those looking to pick up some goodies for the walk should time their adventure with the local Sunday farmers markets, an excellent addition to the adventure! The walk continues along the Maroochy River, with several scenic bench seats and jetty’s dotted along the way. The views along the river are spectacular with a range of water craft, islands and birdlife visible for the keen eyed walker. For those wanting to add to the experience, why not bring the fishing rod along and take advantage of the many fishing spots? Or get out onto the water with a hired boat?
The turnaround point is Adolph Blanck Park.
Afterwards
If you haven’t filled your bag with treats from the markets, there are a number of cafes and fish’n’chip shops along the way to grab a bite to eat and enjoy by the water.
How to get there
To Start: Via Sunshine Coast Motorway, take the Bradman Ave exit and turn left onto Fishermans Rd. The park is on your right.
To End: The end point is the start point
Accessibility guide
Mostly flat and generally suitable for people of all abilities, including those using mobility devices. Some sections of the pebblecrete surface are rougher and take noticeably more effort in a manual wheelchair without power assist. Cod Hole Park along the way has accessible parking beside the boat ramp and a leash-free dog area.
The Maroochydore Bradman Ave Walk is generally suitable for people of all abilities, including those who use mobility devices. However, it is important to note that some sections of the pebblecrete path may have a rougher texture, which can be felt more by individuals using manual wheelchairs without power assistance. Along the path you will go underneath the Sunshine Motorway until you reach Cod Hole Park. This park features a leash-free dog area adjacent to a carpark with accessible parking and a boat ramp.
As you continue along the path, you will have the opportunity to observe various river activities, such as people on paddleboards, jet skis, and fishing in their tinnies. If you're interested, there are places along the trail where you can rent different types of watercraft.
Although the trail is mostly flat and accessible, the rougher sections of the path may require additional effort to navigate, particularly for individuals using manual wheelchairs.
- The Maroochydore Sports complex provides a playground, toilets and green space beside the river. Following the path, you'll come across several bench seats and jetties and island wildlife and places to fish from.
- The pathway follows the Maroochy River, and as you go around the bend, it goes under and over a bridge. The ramps on the southern side of the bridge can be a little steep for a solo manual wheelchair user, but you can follow the road for a bit and cross back over to the pathway, continuing along the riverbank.
Finally, along Picnic Point Esplanade you will find an accessible toilet block, BBQ area, picnic tables, and a small sandy beach.
- Playground
- Disability Accessible Parking Bays
- Disability Accessible Toilets
- Sealed Pathways
- Dog Park
- Fishing and Swimming
- BBQ's and Picnic Tables
Starting at Fisherman's Road Maroochydore, the trail begins at the Maroochydore Sports Complex where there is plenty of parking available.
Unfortunately, there is not a coffee shop along the trail. However, if you do the trail on a Sunday, there are Sunday markets held in the Fisherman's Rd carpark where you can find a mobile coffee van. Alternatively, you can make use of the BBQs and picnic tables available at different intervals along the trail.
Suitability
The Maroochydore Bradman Ave Walk is generally suitable for people of all abilities, including those who use mobility devices. However, it is important to note that some sections of the pebblecrete path may have a rougher texture, which can be felt more by individuals using manual wheelchairs without power assistance. Along the path you will go underneath the Sunshine Motorway until you reach Cod Hole Park. This park features a leash-free dog area adjacent to a carpark with accessible parking and a boat ramp.
As you continue along the path, you will have the opportunity to observe various river activities, such as people on paddleboards, jet skis, and fishing in their tinnies. If you're interested, there are places along the trail where you can rent different types of watercraft.
Although the trail is mostly flat and accessible, the rougher sections of the path may require additional effort to navigate, particularly for individuals using manual wheelchairs.
Highlights
- The Maroochydore Sports complex provides a playground, toilets and green space beside the river. Following the path, you'll come across several bench seats and jetties and island wildlife and places to fish from.
- The pathway follows the Maroochy River, and as you go around the bend, it goes under and over a bridge. The ramps on the southern side of the bridge can be a little steep for a solo manual wheelchair user, but you can follow the road for a bit and cross back over to the pathway, continuing along the riverbank.
Finally, along Picnic Point Esplanade you will find an accessible toilet block, BBQ area, picnic tables, and a small sandy beach.
Facilities and activities
- Playground
- Disability Accessible Parking Bays
- Disability Accessible Toilets
- Sealed Pathways
- Dog Park
- Fishing and Swimming
- BBQ's and Picnic Tables
Getting there
Starting at Fisherman's Road Maroochydore, the trail begins at the Maroochydore Sports Complex where there is plenty of parking available.
Afterwards
Unfortunately, there is not a coffee shop along the trail. However, if you do the trail on a Sunday, there are Sunday markets held in the Fisherman's Rd carpark where you can find a mobile coffee van. Alternatively, you can make use of the BBQs and picnic tables available at different intervals along the trail.
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
- Barbeque on site
- Picnic table on site
- Toilets on site
- Walking track grade
- Grade 1
- Flat and well formed with no steps, and no longer than 5km. Signposted the whole way, and suitable for a wheelchair with someone to help.
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.
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