The best road cycling routes in Neville Lawrie Reserve

A unique area of biodiversity in an internationally recognised Ramsar Wetland.

Orana Esplanade Park is part of a continuous coastal corridor connecting Point Halloran with other foreshore reserves, sitting directly between mangrove-lined habitats along Moreton Bay. The park runs right along the sealed walking and cycling path on the boundary of the Moreton Bay Marine Park, with several access points to small sandy sections of shoreline and launch spots for small boats at higher tide. This stretch is especially known for its intertidal mudflats and birdlife, especially around Point Halloran, making it an ideal place to immerse yourself in nature and take in the scenery.

Les Moore Park is a small foreshore reserve along the edge of Moreton Bay, with grassy open space and direct access to the shoreline. The park sits right along the coastal path and looks out over tidal flats and the calm bay waters, with mangroves and seabirds commonly seen along this quieter stretch of coast. There are picnic areas and several benches, making it a great place to stop along the waterfront, with a relaxed, local feel rather than a busy destination park.

Moreton Bay Cycleway is a long-distance coastal route that follows the shoreline of Moreton Bay, linking communities from the Redcliffe Peninsula through Brisbane’s bayside suburbs down to Redland Bay. Developed as a network of shared paths and on-road sections, it spans roughly 150 kilometres and connects beaches, wetlands, parks, and urban foreshore areas along the coast. Along this section, the path follows the foreshore past mangroves and tidal flats, with expansive views across the bay and is a lovely, quieter feel compared to the busier beachfront stretches.

Tugun Beach stretches along a quieter part of the southern Gold Coast, with a wide sandy shoreline and steady surf. At the northern end, Flat Rock Creek meets the ocean, with parkland and shaded areas just behind the beach. It’s patrolled near the surf club during peak periods, and facilities are well set up, including toilets, showers, picnic tables, and nearby cafés. Conditions can vary, so it’s worth swimming between the flags where lifeguards are present.

This stretch of the Gold Coast Oceanway follows the coastline from Point Danger to Currumbin Alley, linking some of the southern Gold Coast’s best beaches and viewpoints. The route is mostly level and easy to follow, running along paved oceanfront paths past Coolangatta, Rainbow Bay, Kirra, and Tugun. Along the way you’ll pass popular surf breaks, beachfront parks, and plenty of spots to stop for a swim or coffee. With constant views of the Pacific and regular sea breezes, it’s an enjoyable coastal walk where you can often spot surfers, dolphins, and migrating whales during the winter months.

The Gold Coast Oceanway is a paved coastal path that runs parallel to the beach, linking suburbs along the shoreline. This section near Surfers Paradise follows the edge of the sand, offering uninterrupted ocean views with the skyline rising behind you. The wide, sealed path is shared by walkers, runners and cyclists, so keep left and stay aware of faster traffic. Shade is limited along exposed stretches, making early morning or late afternoon a more comfortable time to walk.

Surfers Paradise Beach is a broad stretch of sand that faces directly onto the Coral Sea, with consistent surf and wide coastal views. The beach runs alongside the high-rise skyline, creating one of the Gold Coast’s most recognisable scenes. Swimming is safest between the red and yellow flags where lifeguards patrol. Conditions can change with swell and wind, and rips are present at times.