With a host of naturally wonderful experiences, from picture-perfect parks to stunning beaches and conservation areas, Redlands Coast is the ideal day-trip destination over the Easter long weekend.
Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell said Easter was a perfect time of the year for visitors from neighbouring cities in south-east Queensland to reacquaint themselves with what Redlands Coast has to offer.
“Our bay islands are ideal for day trips or weekend getaways, but there are also plenty of things to do on the mainland and its foreshores,” the Mayor said.
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“Even simple pastimes like bike riding, having a picnic or barbecue, are better when you visit Redlands Coast.
“The collections at our mainland and island museums tell a coastal story of growth and change, while the many art galleries and studios reflect the city’s thriving arts community.
“Of course, I also strongly encourage local residents to explore the wonderful experiences their city has to offer – literally right on their doorsteps – over this weekend.”
The Mayor’s Top 5 things to do this long weekend:
1
Take a 10-minute ferry ride from Victoria Point to Coochiemudlo Island for just 50 cents one way. With the island covering just five sq km, there’s no need for a car. You can stroll to one of the island’s three beaches – Main, Norfolk or Morwong. It only takes about 15-20 minutes to walk across the entire island from the ferry terminal to Morwong Beach. Depending how briskly you walk, it could be the best way to work off having eaten too many chocolate Easter eggs.
2
Head down to Raby Bay Foreshore Park and hire a water bike and paddle around the bay and spot for dolphins and dugong along the way. You can also swim, kayak and stand-up paddleboard off the foreshore. The bay is Redlands Coast’s playground, and you get to make the fun.
3
Go bushwalking, mountain biking or horse riding in the Eastern Escarpment Conservation Area; or hike the network of trails in the Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area in Sheldon. Redlands Coast has more than 1400 conservation areas, parks and reserves where you can enjoy a plethora of recreational and nature-based activities.
4
Take a day trip to the world’s second-largest sand island, North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), and explore the studios, art galleries and museum in Dunwich. Drop into Amity Point for its quiet village charm and be relaxed by the calm, lapping waters of the bay. At Point Lookout, stroll down the Minjerribah Panorama Coastal Walk that connects with the Gorge Walk that twists its way around the rocky headlands with stunning views at the end down Main Beach.
5
Take the sea walk from Wellington Point Reserve to popular King Island and enjoy the tiny island’s sandy tracks, abundance of trees, mangroves and wildlife. King Island is a protected conservation park, and the walk at low tide reveals a diverse range of marine life, including small mud crabs, left behind by the receding waters.
There is no better way to enjoy the best of Redlands Coast than to get out in the great outdoors and do something relaxing and inexpensive.
Pack a picnic basket, grab a picnic rug, some comfy cushions or outdoor chairs and head to your local park. Read a book, play some cricket, walk the dog or do a bit of tai chi – whatever you choose to do you will feel better for it.
To discover more go to visitredlandscoast.com.au or drop into the Redlands Coast Visitor Information Centre, 50 Middle Street, Cleveland.
The centre is open 9am to 4pm daily (except Good Friday and Easter Sunday) and can be contacted by phone 1300 667 386 or email [email protected]
