Where to enjoy latest stretch of coastal pathway

The latest link in the Sunshine Coast’s beautiful coastal pathway has been completed and is awaiting adventure.

Walkers, riders and runners will be able to enjoy a wider more accessible pathway that offers ocean views and shaded areas where you can see and hear a variety of birds.

The Warana section of Coastal Pathway forms part of the 73km route from Bells Creek in the south to Coolum in the north.

Sunshine Coast Council has completed the section that spans between Beach Access 233 (Coonang Cresent) to BA 229 connecting to the existing network at Koorin Drive.

Revegetation of the verges will continue to be maintained in the coming weeks.

Sunshine Coast Division 4 Councillor Joe Natoli was pleased to deliver Council’s vision for this pathway to be a world-class scenic route and four years ahead of schedule.  

“These safe, connected pathways are great for residents to have some fun with family and friends and it’s a really wonderful way of seeing the beauty of the coastline while staying active,” Cr Natoli said.

“The works include a kilometre-long, 3m-wide, concrete coastal pathway with accessibility access, two new beach showers, three new seats, two bike racks and more.

“The pathway provides people with the opportunity to explore the coast’s natural beauty.

“Stage 4 was the last section in this area to be completed, meaning we have a continued 2km route from Minkara Street (BA 236) to Pike Park (BA 229).

“A scenic and easy walk or ride that would allow you to check out the new link would be from Kawana Surf Club to Bokarina and back. It would be 5km return trip.

“A friendly reminder to share the path when out and about. All users should have respect for others and slow down, keep left, pass on the right, and don’t block the pathway for others.

“Dogs should always be kept on-leash.”

Sunshine Coast Council partnered with the Queensland Government through the Department of Transport and Main Roads’ Cycle Network Local Government Grants Program.

The Coastal pathway is part of the Sunshine Coast Council Community Strategy 2019-2041 which empowers our community to live a healthy and active lifestyle and meets the needs of people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

For more information about the construction stages please visit council’s website Warana coastal pathway construction.

For more info about our Coastal pathway network visit: https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Experience-Sunshine-Coast/Pathways-tracks-and-trails/Coastal-Pathway.