Coombabah Lakelands, 15 km north of Gold Coast, is a favorite running spot for its prevalence of koalas and kangaroos. Runners can jog amongst these iconic Australian marsupials on marshy boardwalks and sandy double track through dense forest. There are several kilometers of trails to choose from, but one of the best routes is to combine the “Koala Trail” and the “Melaleuca Track.” Starting from the Koala trailhead, this lollipop-shaped loop is 3.5 miles. The park is open daily from 6 am to 6 pm.
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- 5.6 km (3.5 miles)
- 22 meters (71 feet)
- Shelter Road
- Pine Ridge at Coombabah Bus Stop
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Other Routes in Gold Coast, Australia
The best bet for running in Gold Coast is to head for the shoreline. The Gold Coast Oceanway stretches along several sections of coast for a total of 36 km. We've mapped several sections.
Venture into the bush at Nerang State Forest, just 10 km northwest of Gold Coast. We’ve mapped a gentle 15 km over fire roads.
The Border Trail is the perfect blend of bush and residential running. It’s an 8 km out and back starting from the Hidden Valley Reserve in Currumbin.
Enjoy the posh scenery of residential Main Beach on this 5 mile cruise through a ritzy seaside neighborhood.
Take a scenic detour down the coast to the Solitary Islands Coastal Walk, a 60 km combination of beaches, headlands, and pathways through town.
There is more waterfront running along the Nerang River between Biggera Waters and Southport. Up to 7 km one way.
Kingscliff, located south of Gold Coast near the border with New South Wales, has great running along the beach and the Tweed River.
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