Surf coast surf coast walk torquay visitor centre, surf city plaza, beach road. Section 11 surf coast walk page 1 starting line aireys inlet reserve, aireys inlet to cnr boundary rd and eagle rock parade, aireys inlet start. Same location surf coast walk, torquay to bells beach, surf coast, victoria, au. Bush regeneration areas of original native bush are found along the walk. If you have more time, then it is worth walking a bit further to split point lighthouse. Wander through inspiring seaside landscapes interspersed with coastal villages on the worldclass 44kilometre multiuse surf coast walk trail. Walkers can do everything from dipping their toes into this strange, watery moonscape to following the sinuous coast path across lofty headlands. Localities freeway highway arterial watercourse water body parks and reserves coastal reserve marine national park n print date. The coast to coast walk, devised by wainwright himself, stretches across 190 miles from st bees head on the east coast to robin hoods bay on the west, passing through the lake district, yorkshire dales and north york moors.
Beyond sandy mouth, the walking becomes easier through bude, a surfing resort, and along widemouth bay. The total distance takes about 11 hours but there are many access points so it can be done in sections. Line map pdf 221kb terrain map pdf 140kb download our printfriendly federation walk factsheet pdf 1. If doing a multiday walk, choose from the following table which indicates a journey from east to west along the surf coast. Our trained staff and volunteers will provide detailed visitor information, maps, accommodation and tour advice to ensure you get the most from your surf coast walk adventure. This mid point of the surf coast walk has the best of beach and bush. Simply follow the signposted clifftop walking track scw from pt danger as it goes behind the torquay and jan juc slscs and along the coast. Starting at point impossible, 5kms north of torquay, the walk takes in the famous bells beach, great otway national park, point addis and the anglesea.
The surf coast is renowned for its excellent beaches, coastal biodiversity and a wealth of recreation and tourism opportunities. The surf coast visitor centres are the best place to start planning your journey. Whether you want to sleep at a camp ground or go for comfort surf coast walk accommodation ranges from budget to boutique and is available in each of the towns to suit your needs. Same area and date another location near surf coast walk, torquay to bells beach, surf coast, victoria, au on sun dec 29, 2019. Walk for waves is a scenic coastal walk over a 12 day period to raise awareness and much needed funding to develop adaptive surfing in australia and globally. Media release for immediate release 8 august 2016 surf coast walk rerouted at anglesea due to safety concerns the great ocean road coast committee gorcc has rerouted 400metres of the existing surf coast walk at demons luff, anglesea, following safety concerns.
We will meet up to explore some of the great walks and bike rides on the surf coast and beyond. This makes it accessible on race day but also provides some safe and clearly marked. Au or call 03 5261 2496 explore the aboriginal heritage of the surf coast walk with a special guided walk with wadawurrung woman corrina eccles. Coast committee guided surf coast walk 12 14 october 2018 explore 40km of the surf coast walk from pt impossible to split point. I can walk, run or ride a mountain bike along the surf coast walk 44km, right from my doorstep, chris explains. The shipwreck coast rainforest and waterfall splendour erskine falls to the sea the surf coast spectacular photographers bliss book a walk faqs. The surf coast walk has 12 sections stretching from point impossible to fairhaven. Visit victoria great ocean road walking information. Fundraising page set up the fundraising page set up is a compulsory step in the surf coast trek registration process. Flyers and other information 2020 color english flyer 2020 color spanish flyer 2020 color orthodox christians for life flyer 2020 color chinese flyer 2020 sample bulletin announcements english and spanish 2020 prayer vigil flyer, january 24 audio correspondences an invitation letter from archbishop salvatore cordileone september 30, 2014 viewonly an invitation letter from. City of gold coast federation walk coastal reserve. This worldclass 44kilometre multiuse trail is located at the start of the great ocean road region from torquay to aireys inlet.
Surf guide downloads provide complete overviews and 7day forecasts for surfing travel areas around the world. Plan your next surf coast walk adventure, using our detailed, easytofollow map. You will be prompted to set up your page prior to paying for your registration. The surf coast walk is 44km from endtoend but it doesnt have to be done in one go. Surf coast walks guided walks, great ocean road, victoria. Always read the specific event details as every walk is different and may require additional gear. The walk is not technical underfoot and although it includes some hills, it can generally be described as easy walking on a wellmade surface. Surf coast walk map download brooks surf coast trail. Just for your reference, this site is for a private guided tour company called surf coast walks. Distinctive areas and landscapes the victorian government. The hike should take approximately 2 days to complete.
The surf coast century course is all on public land most of it is in national park and is freely open to train on in the months leading up to the race so we encourage as many runners as possible to come down and test the water before race day. Surf coast shifty fifty 24km cycle route near anglesea id. Click here to download the surf coast walk brochure pdf file 67kbs. You cross over the lake via the pedestrian path on the bridge on the western end and walk across the beach on the eastern coast side where there is a beautiful open beach. For those that want to follow a more structure program here is base plan.
The walk is finished except for a section above sunnymead and urquhart bluff that is due for completion in middecember 2012. The view over the ocean is huge and it makes all your problems seem very small. Hike from bells beach to point addis, bells beach car park. Download the map or pick one up from the phillip island and cowes visitor information centres and any number of local businesses. The surf coast century race course uses some sections of the surf coast walk. View and download microsoft surface pro user manual online. Here is the first of the aluminium alcoa surf coast walk track markers. Use a surfline surf guide to know the spots, insights and surf before you go on your. The great thing about the walk is that it can also be split into 12 distinctive trails. The trails easy access and 12 trail heads make it perfect for short, long or multiday experiences. A coast to coast walk by alfred wainwright goodreads.
Bed and breakfast, selfcontained, motels, hotels, holiday homes and camping are all on offer. The costs of staging the event have been kept to a minimum. Heres some info on surf coast arts and culture, fun in the sun, parks and playgrounds or anything else that spells fun for you. Route c jan juc surf coast walk 11km or 20km options out and back along the surf coast walk scw from pt danger. I didnt enjoy this section very much but before long i reached the eumeralla. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Surf coast walk, torquay to bells beach, surf coast, victoria, au on sun dec 29, 2019. People should bring sensible clothing and footwear, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, a bottle of water and their bear grylls sense of adventure.
The pictures tell the story of how beautiful it can be along this part of the coast. Organisers will be providing a limited bus service, primarily as an added service to competitors, allowing you to compete in the event without the need to use your car, assuming that you are staying in accommodation on the surf coast somewhere between torquay and fairhaven. Phillip island and bass coast official visitor guide 2020. Surf coast walks will guide you safely on walks between torquay and lorne. Great ocean road touring map 2017 by shane mcgrath issuu. Family fun is synonymous with sea and sand and there is an abundance of glorious beaches to make your own, including ballymastocker in donegal, which was once chosen by the observer as. Bees head to robin hoods bay the pictorial guides to the lakeland fells wainwright, a. For any queries and to register you interest in the 2021 surf coast trek please contact the surf coast trek team via email. Download the surf coast shires surf coast walk map. The surf coast visitor information centres are the best place to start planning your journey.
South west coast victoria travel guide at wikivoyage. You can combine two connecting half day walks for a day walk. Starting at point impossible, 5kms north of torquay, the walk takes in the famous bells beach, great otway national park, point addis and the anglesea heathland. Councils professional lifeguards, surf whales and dolphins whales migrate along this coast in junejuly and octobernovember. Surf coast declared area surrounding local government areas.
The economic value of the south west coast path pdf. Parking guide events at surf coast shire council offices. Complete walking program table choose a half or full day walk or multi day walk from the following table. Follow the surf coast walk scw east beside the river and then up to the lighthouse. Locals and visitors alike benefit from the track, which puts a stunning and unique coastal environment within easy reach and stretches from pt impossible in torquay to fairhaven. Give us your email and we will make sure you get all our updates. Step off the great ocean road with guided surf coast walks. The trail is primarily used for walking and trail running. The trek takes place along the surf coast walk scw a wellknown and defined walking track in the surf coast shire. There is also remnant native vegetation in bronte gully at the. This is a lovely walk along the surf coast walk from anglesea to aireys inlet.
Relax, slip off your shoes and get some sand between your toes on this long, uncrowded beach walk. It currently starts at jan juc and finishes at moggs creek, but is undergoing major upgrades which once completed will almost double its distance to 65km and stretch from breamlea to lorne. It certainly is an aweinspiring place and we are glad you enjoyed your experience. The surf coast walk takes in the beaches near australias surf capital, torquay. The lake district, the yorkshire dales, and the north york moors national parks. Traditionally the starting point of the trail is considered the northern end at point impossible between torquay and breamlea. The surf coast walkers and adventurers geelong, australia. Not only does the current plan identify the key priorities and themes that will help guide decision making, it also incorporates the surf coast shires health and wellbeing plan for the first time, reflecting councils commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. Theres a secret clifftop lookout between point addis and anglesea where i stop and contemplate life, especially on a full moon. Walk for waves lead by jade red wheatley, a double amputee and wellrecognised adaptive surfer, will lead each day of the walk. The surf coast walk is a worldclass walking track that offers easy access to the natural beauty of the coast. So you have entered the surf coast century as an individual and what some guidance with your training well read on. Suitability the boardwalk to point perry is suitable for walkers, prams and wheelchairs, a great outing for elderly people as its an easy grade on a stable surface with seats along the way. Torquay information victoria australia, torquay information, surfing and things to see.
Instead of heading back along the surf coast walk trail to point addis we headed up the point addis road for about 500 metres before turning off onto a very muddy single track that hugged the side of the main anglesea road. Surf science books, articles, courses and other stuff by tony butt. With its gentle surf, beautiful sunsets, and wide, sandy white shores, clearwater beachlocated in pinellas county along the west coast of floridahas been a nationally recognized destination for beachgoers for many years. The organisers have provided their own content so be sure to check the details on individual market websites or facebook pages.
The surf coast walk is a worldclass 44km multiuse trail that takes visitors through inspiring seaside landscapes interspersed with coastal villages. By downloading any gpx files from this site you agree its use, and reliance. The surf coast walk is a spectacular trail weaving its way along cliff tops, popular surf beaches and coastal bushland tracks. Anglesea perimeter track western section bushwalking victoria. Bells beach is one of the first stops on the great ocean road and an awesome spot to either surf or enjoy the small beach town vibe in the town of torquay. Our trained staff and volunteers will provide detailed visitor information, maps, accommodation and tour advice to ensure you get the most out of your surf coast adventure. The classic highlevel walk from irish sea to north sea originally devised by the legendary alfred wainwright, the coasttocoast walk has steadily become. Hike from one of australias most famous surf beaches along the coast to see some stunning scenery of the rugged surf coast walk.
For more information about the federation walk coastal reserve check out our the spit history, gold coast beaches and gold coast nature trails web pages. To enhance and revitalize the area, the city of clearwater enlisted the. Download surf coast shire dog regulations map pdf, 2mb we all know dogs love the beach, so council has some rules in place to keep dogs, humans and the environment safe and happy. Anglesea to aireys inlet victoria, australia alltrails. The south west coast path is englands longest waymarked longdistance footpath and a. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible yearround. Training loop runs on the surf coast century course.
The surf coast walk lets you relax and enjoy a worldclass trail at your own pace past torquay, bells. Rippleside to eastern beach walk victoria, australia. From point impossible the surf coast walk tracks southwest along a gravel road behind the dunes of whites beach, through traditional wathaurung country, where indigenous inhabitants camped for thousands of years. Surf coast shire dog regulations map pdf, 2mb burning off township boundary maps.
Nov 28, 2016 a guide to wainrights coast to coast walk part 1 st bees to keld, taking some high routes. Surf coast selfguided walking holidays footprint walks. What better way to experience the true surf coast beauty than to walk through it on dedicated footpaths, taking in the abundance of native flora and fauna. All proceeds from the surf coast trek go towards supporting kids plus foundation and give where you live. This lighthouse can be found a stonesthrow from the cape baily coastal walk, about 1. Coastal walkway of 30 km from jan juc beach near torquay through bells beach, pt addis, anglesea and aireys inlet to moggs creek in the angahooklorne state park. The great thing about this the walk is you can take your shoes off and get back to your car with a river crossing and the sand in your toes. Torquay ozbook accommodation booking service for the. The great ocean road coast committee gorcc has officially launched the 44 km surf coast walk, which runs from point impossible east of torquay to fairhaven. Surf coast walk, great trails, victoria, australia visit melbourne. Section 6 is a rugged trail taking in the spectrum of coastal colours vivid ochre of the cliffs, brilliant blue of the ocean and dappled green of the heathland. Walking in jersey explore the island from east to west visit jersey. Keep an eye out for beachnesting birds and curiosities washed up on the sand by relentless waves. Longer runs are done at a relaxed pace between and walk breaks are ok.
The basic rule is, all dogs are required to be on a leash in all public places in township areas unless it is a designated off leash area. Use the interactive maps below to view the entire length of the surf coast walk and explore the key features along the way. A short coastline board walk past towering norfolk pines to one of the sunshine coasts most spectacular headlands. A guide to wainrights coast to coast walk part 1 st bees to keld, taking some high routes.
We also have brochures on holding events or discovering the arts in the region. Whether youre a nature lover or a fun lover, whether you take an hour, a day or a week, the surf coast walk puts a stunning and unique coastal environment within easy reach. Download our federation walk coastal reserve trail maps. Parking guide events at surf coast shire council officespdf, 83kb. Continue along the marked scw as it winds along the cliff top and down to sunnymeade beach at 3.