Getting out and about along the Redcliffe Peninsula is made easy with plenty of pathways, amenities, dining options, and shady parks to relax and enjoy views across Moreton Bay.
From whale spotting and picnic lunches to markets and swimming, there’s something for everyone and every ability.
What to bring
We suggest you pack your sunscreen, hat, and water bottle as you enjoy all the sights and sounds along the Redcliffe Foreshore. You can also bring a do-it-yourself lunch and snacks, or stop off at one of the many accessible cafés and takeaway stores along the way.
Redcliffe Peninsula Accessible Pathway – suggested routes
Hornibrook Pier to Woody Point Jetty (approximately 3.2 kilometres when walking)
Starting at Hornibrook Pier is a sunny pathway (built for walkers, wheelchairs, pedestrians and bikes), which heads north towards Woody Point Jetty. Stops along the way include Pelican Park and Crockatt Park.
Accessible facilities:
- A scenic, concrete pathway (the Moreton Bay Cycleway) runs from Hornibrook Bridge north along the waterfront to Woody Point Jetty. The starting point passes under the Houghton Highway before running parallel to Hornibrook Esplanade
- Carparks and accessible toilet facilities are located at Hornibrook Pier, Pelican Park, and Woody Point Jetty
- Both Hornibrook Pier and Woody Point Jetty are wheelchair and walker accessible, with room to manoeuvre and enjoy the views from seated and standing positions
- Pedestrian crossings and clear signage to cafes and restaurant precincts
- Opportunities for inclusive play and learning experiences, with quieter paths of travel available for those sensitive to crowds and loud noises.
Margate Beach to Redcliffe Jetty (approximately 2.5 kilometres when walking)
Must-do visits when exploring the Redcliffe Peninsula Foreshore are the beautiful Margate Beach and Suttons Beach. Here, you can enjoy water views and play in one of the grassy park areas. Continue around to Settlement Cove Lagoon for a swim, and then finish off with some sightseeing, shopping and dining along Redcliffe Parade near Redcliffe Jetty.
Accessible facilities:
- Plenty of parking and accessible spots along Redcliffe Parade, Marine Parade and Margate Parade
- Sealed walkways and accessible paths of travel, including wide boardwalks, firm surfaces, ramps, and space to manoeuvre mobility devices
- Easy-to-read directional signage from main transport routes and carparks
- Accessible and patrolled swimming at Settlement Cove
- Opportunities for inclusive play and learning experiences, with quieter paths of travel available for those sensitive to crowds and loud noises.
NOTE: Some of the parks, grassed areas, and beaches along the Redcliffe Peninsula Foreshore are used as venues for local events and festivals throughout the year. This includes the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run, Festival of Sails, Christmas Carols, and Moreton Bay Food and Wine Festival. Please take note of the Moreton Bay Region Calendar of Events when planning your trip, as it may affect carpark availability, pedestrian traffic, and increase noise levels for those sensitive to sound and/or crowds.
Redcliffe Peninsula Foreshore Sensory Considerations
Tactile:
- Sand, rocks, and water (for a complete seaside experience)
- Grassed picnic areas with trees and plants
- Concrete pathway, wooden bridges and ramps, road crossings
- Chip bark and sand floor playgrounds
- Water (swimming pool lagoon and beaches with small waves)
Visual:
- Water views of Hays Inlet and the Moreton Bay Marine Park
- Boats, jet skis, windsurfing, and other water sports
- Birds, small native animals, marine life
Auditory:
- Sounds of the ocean: moving water, waves, and gentle lapping against the shore
- Bird calls, including shorebirds such as seagulls and pelicans
- Road noise, as sections of the path and parks are located nearby to main roads
NOTE: Some of the parks, grassed areas, and beaches along the Redcliffe Peninsula Foreshore are used as venues for local events and festivals throughout the year. This includes the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run, Festival of Sails, Christmas Carols, and Moreton Bay Food and Wine Festival. Please take note of the Moreton Bay Region Calendar of Events when planning your trip, as it may affect carpark availability, pedestrian traffic, and increase noise levels for those sensitive to sound and/or crowds.