Gold Coast Oceanway The Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36 kilometre stretch of pathways from The Spit to Coolangatta. Sections up to four kilometres long are lined with information markers and have accessible viewing platforms for people with disabilities. The Oceanway allows everyone to walk, cycle or catch a bus while exploring the Gold Coast. The entire route is serviced by TransLink buses. The Oceanway is shown on the map with: ■ Oceanway Oceanway marker Discover southern Gold Coast Explore key attractions around the Gold Coast by walking, cycling or catching public transport to Currumbin Rock Pools, Surfing World Museum, whale watching, or some of the best surf breaks in the world. Easy to follow routes will connect you to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, David Fleay Wildlife Park, Burleigh Heads Town Centre, Palm Beach-Currumbin Farmers’ Market and everywhere in between. Boosting walking, cycling and public transport As part of the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy 2031, we aim for as many daily trips as possible to include walking, cycling and public transport. Commuting by bike to and from work Follow these tips for a safer journey: • get the right bike – ensure it is the correct size and type to meet your needs • plan your route • maintain your bike with a regular service • fit your bike with a bell and a white and red reflector • pack wet weather gear and a water bottle • use front and rear lights at night • carry a simple puncture repair kit • always wear a helmet that complies with Australian Standards, it is the law. Walking safely Walking is fun, free and easy. Keep in mind these tips when you are out and about: • walking with a friend is a great motivator • stay visible and wear reflective or bright coloured clothing • walk facing oncoming traffic • wear comfortable clothing and footwear • use marked crossings wherever possible • be aware of traffic and your surroundings. See road rules for pedestrians at qld.gov.au/transport Check out Queensland’s walking programs: • 10000steps.org.au • heartfoundation.org.au • nprsr.qld.gov.au Rides to try The colour of the route on the map corresponds with the list below. 1. ■ Elanora to Burleigh Heads Town Centre 21 minutes | 6.3 kilometres 2. ■ Tugun to Burleigh Heads 38 minutes | 10.2 kilometres 3. ■ Tallebudgera Valley scenic ride 1 hour 18 minutes | 18.8 kilometres This ride includes a steep climb used by experienced cyclists. 4. ■ Palm Beach to Currumbin Valley Rock Pools 1 hour 32 minutes | 27.8 kilometres A hilly ride that is popular with cyclists, connecting to Currumbin Valley. Share the road Whether you are a motorist, a cyclist, or both, we all need to share the road. Queensland Government laws mean motorists must allow: • a minimum of one metre when passing cyclists in a 60 kilometres per hour or less speed zone • at least 1.5 metres where the speed limit is over 60 kilometres per hour. Motorists are allowed to cross centre lines, including double unbroken centre lines, straddle lanelines or drive on painted islands to pass cyclists provided the driver has a clear view of any approaching traffic and it is safe to do so. See road rules at qld.gov.au/sharetheroad Benefits for you and for the city Reduced traffic congestion More people walking and cycling means fewer cars on the road. Better health Walking and cycling are ideal forms of exercise. A better natural environment Reduced air pollution and road noise. Saves you money Walking and cycling are more economical than running a car. Travel safer Bikes are a vehicle. When you ride a bike on the road, you have rights and responsibilities like all other road users. Cyclists can: • ride on footpaths (unless prohibited by a sign), but must keep left and give way to pedestrians • ride two abreast on the road, but must stay within 1.5 metres of each other • ride in bicycle lanes, bus and transit lanes • ride on the road shoulder or in a traffic lane • overtake other vehicles on the left unless they are signalling to turn left. See road rules for cyclists at qld.gov.au/transport Incorporating active travel into your daily lifestyle means it is easy to meet the 30 minutes of activity recommended for adults and the 60 minutes recommended for children. When using active travel, be sun safe and keep hydrated. For more information on our free cycle workshop programs, walking, cycling or using public transport safely around the Gold Coast. Start riding Cycling can be a fun and social mode of transport for work or recreation. The Gold Coast has over 1000 kilometres of bikeways that link neighbourhoods, schools, foreshores and parks. Get striding Walking is low impact, reduces stress and improves fitness. Try walking to the local shops, school, work or connect with the natural areas of the Gold Coast. Did you know? The City of Gold Coast offers free cycling workshops to help you get on your bike. Visit cityofgoldcoast.com.au/cycleworkshops Did you know? Varsity Lakes station has bike parking facilities. You can cycle to the train station, lock up your bike and catch the train to your destination. You can travel on the train with your bike, just not during these peak times: 7am and 9.30am (travelling towards Brisbane) 3pm and 6.30pm (travelling towards the Gold Coast) If you are travelling with a fold up bike you can travel at anytime providing it fits in a carry bag. Gold Coast Cycling Guide Get the most out of your cycling experience. Download a copy of the Gold Coast Cycling Guide at cityofgoldcoast.com.au/cycleguide It provides general cycling information and shows the city’s cycle routes, bikeways, cycling clubs and organisations across the Gold Coast. Free Walk, cycle and public transport map Burleigh Heads, Currumbin, Elanora, Coolangatta and surrounds. CGC13550 March 2018 For more information P 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326) W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel How to use this map All existing pathways and bikeways are highlighted on the map. Yellow dashed lines indicate pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, unless otherwise signed Charcoal dashed lines indicate on-road bikeways. Suburbs included - Bilinga, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters, Currumbin, Currumbin Valley, Currumbin Waters, Elanora, Palm Beach, Reedy Creek, Tallebudgera, Tallebudgera Valley, Varsity Lakes, West Burleigh
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Gold Coast OceanwayThe Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36 kilometre stretch of pathways from The Spit to Coolangatta. Sections up to four kilometres long are lined with information markers and have accessible viewing platforms for people with disabilities.
The Oceanway allows everyone to walk, cycle or catch a bus while exploring the Gold Coast. The entire route is serviced by TransLink buses.
The Oceanway is shown on the map with:
■ Oceanway
Oceanway marker
Discover southern Gold CoastExplore key attractions around the Gold Coast by walking, cycling or catching public transport to Currumbin Rock Pools, Surfing World Museum, whale watching, or some of the best surf breaks in the world.
Easy to follow routes will connect you to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, David Fleay Wildlife Park, Burleigh Heads Town Centre, Palm Beach-Currumbin Farmers’ Market and everywhere in between.
Boosting walking, cycling and public transport As part of the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy 2031, we aim for as many daily trips as possible to include walking, cycling and public transport.
Commuting by bike to and from workFollow these tips for a safer journey:
• get the right bike – ensure it is the correct size and type to meet your needs
• plan your route
• maintain your bike with a regular service
• fit your bike with a bell and a white and red reflector
• pack wet weather gear and a water bottle
• use front and rear lights at night
• carry a simple puncture repair kit
• always wear a helmet that complies with Australian Standards, it is the law.
Walking safelyWalking is fun, free and easy.
Keep in mind these tips when you are out and about:
• walking with a friend is a great motivator
• stay visible and wear reflective or bright coloured clothing
• walk facing oncoming traffic
• wear comfortable clothing and footwear
• use marked crossings wherever possible
• be aware of traffic and your surroundings.
See road rules for pedestrians at qld.gov.au/transport
Check out Queensland’s walking programs:
• 10000steps.org.au
• heartfoundation.org.au
• nprsr.qld.gov.au
Rides to try The colour of the route on the map corresponds with the list below.
1. ■ Elanora to Burleigh Heads Town Centre 21 minutes | 6.3 kilometres
3. ■ Tallebudgera Valley scenic ride 1 hour 18 minutes | 18.8 kilometres This ride includes a steep climb used by experienced cyclists.
4. ■ Palm Beach to Currumbin Valley Rock Pools 1 hour 32 minutes | 27.8 kilometres A hilly ride that is popular with cyclists, connecting to Currumbin Valley.
Share the roadWhether you are a motorist, a cyclist, or both, we all need to share the road.
Queensland Government laws mean motorists must allow:
• a minimum of one metre when passing cyclists in a 60 kilometres per hour or less speed zone
• at least 1.5 metres where the speed limit is over 60 kilometres per hour.
Motorists are allowed to cross centre lines, including double unbroken centre lines, straddle lanelines or drive on painted islands to pass cyclists provided the driver has a clear view of any approaching traffic and it is safe to do so.
See road rules at qld.gov.au/sharetheroad
Benefits for you and for the city
Reduced traffic congestionMore people walking and cycling means fewer cars on the road.
Better healthWalking and cycling are ideal forms of exercise.
A better natural environmentReduced air pollution and road noise.
Saves you moneyWalking and cycling are more economical than running a car.
Travel saferBikes are a vehicle. When you ride a bike on the road, you have rights and responsibilities like all other road users.
Cyclists can:
• ride on footpaths (unless prohibited by a sign), but must keep left and give way to pedestrians
• ride two abreast on the road, but must stay within 1.5 metres of each other
• ride in bicycle lanes, bus and transit lanes
• ride on the road shoulder or in a traffic lane
• overtake other vehicles on the left unless they are signalling to turn left.
See road rules for cyclists at qld.gov.au/transport
Incorporating active travel into
your daily lifestyle means it is easy to meet the 30 minutes of activity recommended for adults
and the 60 minutes recommended for children.
When using active travel, be sun safe and keep hydrated.
For more information on our free
cycle workshop programs, walking, cycling or using public transport safely around the Gold Coast.
Start ridingCycling can be a fun and social mode of transport for work or recreation.
The Gold Coast has over 1000 kilometres of bikeways that link neighbourhoods, schools, foreshores and parks.
Get stridingWalking is low impact, reduces stress and improves fitness.
Try walking to the local shops, school, work or connect with the natural areas of the Gold Coast.
Did you know?The City of Gold Coast offers free cycling workshops to help you get on your bike. Visit cityofgoldcoast.com.au/cycleworkshops
Did you know?Varsity Lakes station has bike parking facilities. You can cycle to the train station, lock up your bike and catch the train to your destination.You can travel on the train with your bike, just not during these peak times:
7am and 9.30am (travelling towards Brisbane)
3pm and 6.30pm (travelling towards the Gold Coast)
If you are travelling with a fold up bike you can travel at anytime providing it fits in a carry bag.
Gold Coast Cycling GuideGet the most out of your cycling experience. Download a copy of the Gold Coast Cycling Guide at cityofgoldcoast.com.au/cycleguide
It provides general cycling information and shows the city’s cycle routes, bikeways, cycling clubs and organisations across the Gold Coast.
Free
Walk, cycle and public transport mapBurleigh Heads, Currumbin, Elanora, Coolangatta and surrounds.
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For more informationP 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326)W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel
How to use this mapAll existing pathways and bikeways are highlighted on the map.
Yellow dashed lines indicate pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, unless otherwise signed
Charcoal dashed lines indicate on-road bikeways.
Suburbs included - Bilinga, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters, Currumbin, Currumbin Valley, Currumbin Waters, Elanora, Palm Beach, Reedy Creek, Tallebudgera, Tallebudgera Valley, Varsity Lakes, West Burleigh
3. ■ Tallebudgera Valley scenic ride 1 hour 18 minutes | 18.8 kilometres This ride includes a steep climb used by experienced cyclists.
4. ■ Palm Beach to Currumbin Valley Rock Pools 1 hour 32 minutes | 27.8 kilometres A hilly ride that is popular with cyclists, connecting to Currumbin Valley.
Inset map of southern Gold Coast from Bilinga to Coolangatta–Tweed Heads border
For continued map, see inset map above
For more informationP 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326)W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel
Turn right at Currumbin Creek Road and continue until the Rock Pools destination
18.8 kilometres one-way
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12 mins 24 mins 36 mins
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CG
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550
Mar
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For more informationP 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326)W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel
How to use this mapAll existing pathways and bikeways are highlighted on the map.
Yellow dashed lines indicate pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, unless otherwise signed
Charcoal dashed lines indicate on-road bikeways.
Suburbs included - Bilinga, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters, Currumbin, Currumbin Valley, Currumbin Waters, Elanora, Palm Beach, Reedy Creek, Tallebudgera, Tallebudgera Valley, Varsity Lakes, West Burleigh
