The foreshore trail along the coast from the Urangan Pier makes a very scenic loop trail back to Pialba. Along this stretch there are an increasing number of cafes and resturants opening to keep users fueled up.
The open section is a high quality rail trail connecting the main centres of the major regional seaside town of Hervey Bay
Provides access to the beaches and the 868m long pier at Urangan
Many road crossings but all have treatment appropriate to their use.
The trail is managed by the Fraser Coast Regional Council, who are considering extending the trail all the way to the Urangan Pier in the near future, which will link it up with the foreshore shared path along the Bay water front.
The Council, supported by local cycling groups such as the Fraser Coast BUG, have developed a ;plan for the whole of the former line to be converted to a rail trail and a connection made from Colton to Maryborough to provide a safe link between the two cities.
Maryborough to Hervey Bay in South East Queensland
Maryborough - Hervey Bay, 288km from Brisbane
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Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: South East Queensland.
Closest towns to this walk: Beaudesert, Brisbane, Caboolture, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan City, Moreton Bay, Redland Bay, Redland City, Redlands
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Track grade
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AWTGS represents easy walking tracks that offer a slightly more challenging experience compared to Grade 1. Similar to Grade 1, no prior bushwalking experience is required. The track surface is typically hardened or compacted and may have gentle hill sections or occasional steps. The total distance of a Grade 2 walk is typically no greater than 10 kilometers. These walks are still suitable for families with a bit more experience or those seeking a gentle introduction to some inclines.
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