Capalaba Regional Park
Here's an easy ride, in fact it is one of our favourites.
The map shows the car park for "Capalaba Regional Park". It can get a bit busy on the weekends but it's a large carpark so a parking space should always be available. Length - Approx 2.5km's each way (Through John Frederick Park) Terrain: The entire track is concrete, and mostly flat with only very mild hills. It's a very easy ride. |
Capalaba Regional Park is a 14ha recreational space with two large lagoons linked by a canal and trails to nearby wetlands and bushlands. It is located on Pittwin Road North and is a short walk from Capalaba shopping centre, library, art gallery and bus interchange. The park is a popular destination and caters for various groups and activities. It has several connecting walking/cycling circuits that link to other trails, a dog off-leash fence area, large open areas for active recreation and informal picnicking as well as an established picnic/BBQ node adjacent to the existing play equipment, comprising a flying fox, timber fort and embankment slide area. Car parking and toilet facilities are available during daytime hours.
For our ride we started at "Capalaba Regional Park" and rode under Old Cleveland Road then through "John Frederick Park" to Brewer Street.
Alternatively just enjoy the ride around "Capalaba Regional Park" with its great paths that are nice to ride around with a variety of scenery. It's always nice to ride past the ponds and see the ducks and other water birds.
The path is very well shaded for the most part.
Things to consider :
If riding through "John Frederick Park" to Brewer Street, there are two narrow bridges to negotiate. May not be advisable if the kids are a bit wobbly on their bikes. The bridges can be seen in the video of the ride at 4:40 & 6:10.
There are plenty of picnic tables and seats along the way should you want to stop for a rest or a snack or even lunch
Alternatively just enjoy the ride around "Capalaba Regional Park" with its great paths that are nice to ride around with a variety of scenery. It's always nice to ride past the ponds and see the ducks and other water birds.
The path is very well shaded for the most part.
Things to consider :
If riding through "John Frederick Park" to Brewer Street, there are two narrow bridges to negotiate. May not be advisable if the kids are a bit wobbly on their bikes. The bridges can be seen in the video of the ride at 4:40 & 6:10.
There are plenty of picnic tables and seats along the way should you want to stop for a rest or a snack or even lunch
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Here is the entire route starting from "Capalaba Regional Park' and finishing at the end of "John Frederick Park" (Brewer Street)
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The entire guide for cycling in the redlands
Refer to map 3 for "Capalaba Regional Park"
Refer to map 3 for "Capalaba Regional Park"
Safe cycling
Everyone should know the road rules before heading out for a ride. Here are the main safety tips and road rules for cyclists. For more information on road rules, refer to the Queensland Government Transport website for Road Rules for Cyclists.
Rules and cycle tips
Everyone should know the road rules before heading out for a ride. Here are the main safety tips and road rules for cyclists. For more information on road rules, refer to the Queensland Government Transport website for Road Rules for Cyclists.
Rules and cycle tips
- Keep your bike in top condition: Make sure your bicycle is roadworthy before you start out. Check your tyre pressure and that brakes, pedals, lights and reflectors are all in good working order.
- Wear a helmet: A helmet could save your life. Under the road rules, all cyclists, even young children, must wear an approved helmet when riding. Your helmet must be correctly fitted and securely fastened.
- Follow the road rules: Road rules for cycling and driving cars are the same and are regulated by the Queensland Road Rules. Make sure you’re aware of all road rules relating to cycling before you begin your ride.
- Keep left: Cyclists should keep as far left as practical but can take up a whole lane where necessary for safety or to turn right.
- Hand signals: Cyclists should give hand signals when turning left, right or changing lanes and it’s a good idea to signal that you are about to stop.
- Be seen: Wearing brightly coloured clothes will help motorists see you when you’re riding on the road. You must have front and rear lights and reflectors on your bike for riding at night.
- Give way: Normal give way rules apply when riding on the road. Cyclists must give way to pedestrians at all times on shared paths and footpaths.
- Use your bell: Let others know you’re coming by signaling with your bell especially on shared paths and footpaths. You are legally required to have a working bell fitted to your bike.
- Two abreast: It is legal to ride two abreast... in some circumstances (eg on a narrow road) it may be more sensible to ride in a single file.
- Passengers: It is illegal to carry passengers except in an approved child seat or on a tandem.
- Pedestrian Crossings: Cyclists must give way to pedestrians at pedestrian crossings. If using the crossing to cross a road, cyclists must dismount and walk their bike across.