With an abundance of stunning landscapes and magnificent coastal panoramas, a picnic spot is never far away on Redlands Coast. Bush enthusiasts will love Venman Bushland National Park in the hinterland village of Mount Cotton(Jungalpin/Tungipin), while water lovers will find beautiful coastal picnic areas spread right across the Coast. Picnic, barbecue, play and swim on the rising tide at G.J. Walter Park or Raby Bay Foreshore Park, both in Cleveland (Nandeebie) The southern end has Thompson’s Beach at Victoria Point, Redland Bay’s Sel Outridge Park, and others waiting to be explored. The Coast’s islands also offer a vast range of naturally wonderful spots for winding down, relaxing, and enjoying a picnic either solo or with friends and family.
Relax and revive with some watery fun and fitness at one of the aquatic centres on Redlands Coast. Enjoy 50m and 25m outdoor heated pools and a 20m indoor heated pool at Cleveland Aquatic Centre, 22 Russell Street, Cleveland. Open Monday to Thursday 5am – 7.30pm; Friday 5am – 7pm; Saturday 6am – 4pm; Sunday 9am – 4pm. This popular aquatic playground also offers an adventure playground pool, rapid river ride, spa, change rooms, kiosk and gym. Or take your island-hopping to Russell Island, where Bay Islands Aquatic Centre, at the corner of Borrows and High streets, offers a solar heated 25m pool, shaded and solar heated wading and play pools for children, and change rooms. Open school terms September to April, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7am – 10am and 3pm – 6pm; weekends 10am – 5pm; school holidays, Monday to Friday 7am – 6pm; weekends 10am – 5pm; public holidays 11am – 4pm.
From a self-propelled cycle tour along one of the many cycleways to beach picnics and visits to the islands, Redlands Coast offers fun and adventure for all ages. Great places, spaces and activities for connecting with loved ones include a day cruise to Peel Island with one of the local tour operators or a self-drive tour of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) which is also perfect for longer, family-friendly stays. Visit the village of Thornlands (Nandeebie/Indillie) where playgrounds await, Cleveland Aquatic Centre for exercise and leisure pools, or be spoiled for picnic choice with the extensive network of parks and playgrounds on offer. Be sure to bring a camera – Redlands Coast is the perfect backdrop for making wonderful family memories.
Connect with the rhythm of Redlands Coast and spend a day, weekend or longer relaxing by the beautiful, coastal waters. Swimming enclosures on the mainland and islands, and foreshore reserves with natural swimming areas, make cooling off on a hot day easy.
Swimming enclosures are located at:
Redland Bay: Ruster's Reserve, The Esplanade (cnr Moores Road)
Karragarra Island: Karragarra Island Foreshore Park, The Esplanade
Lamb Island: Pioneer Park, Lucas Drive
Macleay Island: Pat's Park, Beelong Street
Russell Island: Lions Boulevard Park, High Street (next to the jetty)
North Stradbroke Island: Cabarita Park, Claytons Road, Amity Point
North Stradbroke Island: Ron Stark Oval Waterfront Park, Cunningham Road, Dunwich
Pack a picnic and enjoy a beautiful foreshore reserve! Check out our naturally wonderful Redlands Coast parks on the Redland City Council website.
A strong surfing culture flows on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) which boasts some of the best surfing conditions in south-east Queensland.
Surfers and body boarders love this natural wonder for the big swells and large, powerful waves of Main Beach – itself a spectacular 32kms of unspoiled sand and surf. The island’s Cylinder Beach is another popular surfing spot, this picturesque cove offers smaller waves, making it a hit with swimmers and less experienced surfers.
