Palmwoods Town Walk or Cycle
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Short and sweet
Welcome to Palmwoods
Originally known as
‘Merriman’s Flat’, Palmwoods’ origins date back to a community built solely around farming. Named after the Piccabeen Palms that grow in the area, Palmwoods was once known mainly for its citrus and pineapple farming. In the early days of Palmwoods, there were farms that covered the landscape as far as the eye could see. Because Palmwoods was a region rich with a variety of fruit, it was often referred to as the
Salad Bowl of the Sunshine Coast. It was a hard-working town, where children were required to help on the farms from an early age. Life was simple and there was an innocence to growing up in a rural environment, a time when children would leave the house after breakfast and return as the sun was setting, with not a care in the world.
A great day trip destination ...
For the modern-day traveller, Palmwoods today has all the charm of a bygone era. A great day trip destination, the village of Palmwoods can be reached by car or conveniently is a major stop on the train line from Brisbane.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blackall Range, this delightfully pretty hinterland town, is home to one of the Sunshine Coast’s most eclectic restaurants:
Rick’s Garage.
Ideally situated within comfortable driving distance of Nambour, Woombye, Eudlo and the charming Blackall Range villages of Maleny, Montville and Mapleton, Palmwoods is the perfect hinterland adventure gem just waiting to be explored.
Start your walk at Piccabean Park aka Town Square
The Palmwoods Town Walk begins at Piccabean Park, also known as the official Town Square. Opened in 2018, the Town Square includes a community green lawn space, boardwalk, seating, shaded areas, a Heritage Boardwalk and bespoke art features. As you walk or cycle through the main street of Palmwoods, delight in the quirky and retro vibe of this little hinterland town. Continue along your journey to Lemon Park, passing the
Palmwoods Skate Park, offering a variety of skate elements perfect for beginners and intermediate skaters, comfortably accommodating three to four skaters at any one time. There’s also the
Palmwoods Aquatic Centre, home to a heated indoor pool, a 25-metre heated pool with covered grandstand and a wading pool.
Take a trip down memory lane on the Heritage Boardwalk ... oh, the stories it has to tell ...
How to get to the Palmwoods Town Walk :
To the starting point : Travel north or south along Palmwoods-Montville Road to the heart of Palmwoods. There is usually plenty of parking available especially early on a Sunday morning. Piccabeen Park is in Main Street, right next to the Memorial Hall.
To the end point : The end point is the same as the starting point.
Short and sweet ... Image: www.adventure.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Looking for something a bit more energetic? Perhaps start your travels in
Woombye, another quaint little hinterland town in the eastern foothills of the Blackall Range. Only 5.3km from Palmwoods, the recreational trail between these two hinterland towns provides a fun and interesting path, ideal for cyclists and walkers of intermediate fitness levels. Then continue your adventures onward to the Palmwoods Town Walk.
Add to your travels by commencing in Woombye
Activities and Facilities of the Palmwood Town Walk :
Suitable for walking
Suitable for recreational cycling
Drinking water available
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
A delightful little hinterland town to explore ...
Images courtesy of author, Elaine de Wet, unless otherwise indicated
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