Hervey Bay – The EsplanadeLeave the car behind and walk, cycle or rollerblade along the beautiful Hervey Bay Esplanade. The 14km long shared pathway stretches from the Urangan Harbour at the eastern end of the city to Gatakers Bay in the west. You can tackle The Esplanade in one go, or you can break it up into smaller trips.There is also the option to extend the experience into a loop by continuing from The Esplanade to the Link Mobility Corridor.The Link Mobility Corridor extends 6.2km from the Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens in Elizabeth Street, Urangan and connects with the CBD in Pialba. This link follows the former rail line that once took goods to ships at the Urangan Pier.

• Tucking into mouth watering seafood caught in local waters

• Alfresco dining with million dollar views across the ocean to Fraser Island

• Taking a walk or casting a line off the iconic Urangan Pier

• Walking, rollerblading or riding along the Hervey Bay Esplanade walk/cycle path

• Finding out why people the world over can’t resist a holiday by the sea at “the Bay”

• Making a splash at WetSide, the new zero-depth water park

Along The Esplanade

Esplanade Walk and Cycle Loop

Point Vernon >> Pialba >> Scarness >> Torquay >> Urangan

Experiences: Beaches, ocean views, parks, playgrounds, botanic gardens, piers, swimming, boating, fishing, marine life, shopping, dining and aboriginal heritage.

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POINT VERNONBegin at Gatakers Bay in Point Vernon, which boasts some magnificent views, and has boat ramp facilities and a restaurant.Follow the Charlton Esplanade, also known as The Esplanade. Along the way you will see ...

OSPREY NESTSpot this magnificent bird as it glides overhead. Continue to …

THE GABLESDiscover The Gables at Col Gardner Memorial Park and take in the magnificent view from Gables Point. Continue to …

THE PINESFamilies will enjoy a stop at The Pines at Sandy White Memorial Park. This playground

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is challenging for older kids with something for the little ones as well. BBQs are available and it is ideal for picnics.Follow to ...

SEAFRONT OVAL AND WATER PARKHervey Bay’s zero-depth Water Education Park, WetSide will thrill kids of all ages and encourage everyone to appreciate this natural resource. Seafront Oval is also home to an all abilities playground and access friendly toilets. Continue past the …

BUTCHULLA ABORIGINAL MONUMENTA dance circle containing hand-made concrete plinths decorated with sea shells celebrates our indigenous Australians. Further along is the …

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TOOAN TOOAN CREEK FLYING FOX COLONYLiterally thousands of grey and black headed flying foxes call this area their home all year round. Continue to …

SCARNESS BEACHThe Scarness precinct is a popular swimming spot, especially for young families who flock to the foreshore playground and jetty. A caravan park, cafés and restaurants, accommodation and shops line the Esplanade along Scarness. Off Scarness Beach is a rocky reef that is a delight to explore at high or low tide. Reefs dot the ocean just offshore from Torquay to Scarness. Continue to …

TORQUAYThe Torquay precinct is also a hub of activity with its shops, water sports hire, cafés and restaurants. It is also home to the Hervey Bay Sailing Club and has a public boat ramp. Stroll along the board walk in front of the sailing club and out on to the Torquay Jetty – a popular fishing spot at all tides.Torquay has two great parks – the Ernie Organ Park and the Bill Fraser Park. See a sculpture of the Moha Moha – a creature from the Butchulla legends. A trail of fitness equipment is spaced along the pathway through Torquay.Continue along The Esplanade taking in the expansive views of the Bay’s beaches. There are many sheltered picnic areas along the landscaped foreshore. Stop at the …

SEA WALLSee a sculpture of the Ariadne, a sailing ship which brought thousands of immigrants to Australia through the Port of Maryborough.Continue to the …

URANGAN PIERThe historic Urangan Pier built in 1917 is a Hervey Bay landmark and a popular spot for walkers and fishing enthusiasts. Here you will find Pier Park, which marks the start of the

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Urangan precinct with its public art, art gallery, alfresco dining, cafés, resorts and clubs.Turn right into Pier Street, left into King Street, right into Short Street and left into Dayman Street to …

DAYMAN POINTGo to the Matthew Flinders Lookout at Dayman Point for a fantastic view of the Great Sandy Strait and Fraser Island (located where Matthew Flinders stepped ashore during his voyage of discovery around Australia). There is public art, memorials, playground, toilets and BBQ facilities at this beachside park. It is here you will find Hervey Bay’s aquarium. Turn left into Pulgul Street, left into Edwin Street and follow through the roundabout to reach the …

URANGAN BOAT HARBOUR / HERVEY BAY MARINA / GREAT SANDY STRAIT MARINAThe bustling marina precinct offers tours, accommodation, cafés, restaurants, boutique shops, fresh seafood outlets and a boat club. Return to The Esplanade and turn right into Boat Harbour Drive. Follow and turn left onto Booral Road at the roundabout, continue past Eagles Nest Golf Course – a picturesque nine hole golf course.

TiaroMayne Street ph (07) 4129 2599OPEN daily 9am–4.30pm

MaryboroughCity Hall, Kent Streetph 1800 214 789OPEN Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat & Sun 9am–1pm

Hervey Bay AirportDon Adams Drive ph (07) 4197 4730OPEN Mon–Fri 8am–4pm Sat 9.30am–1.30pm Sun 10.30am–3.30pm

Hervey Bay227 Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road ph 1800 811 728 OPEN daily 9am–5pm