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 Not
many people outside Queensland know that the original choice for
settlement was on the Redcliffe Peninsula - the site was rejected in
favour of the present site of Brisbane, and has remained a bit of a secret
ever since.
Redcliffe is only 32 km north of the
city and is accessible via the Gateway Arterial (take the Deagon
Deviation) and Bruce Highway (turn off at the Redcliffe or Deception Bay
exits). This is a far cry from the early days, when visitors had to make a
four hour coach trip or three hour voyage by boat.
Set amid Moreton,
Bramble and Deception Bays, Redcliffe’s identity is closely linked to the
sea. Redcliffe’s sandy swimming beaches are the closest to Brisbane and
sailing, fishing - even whale watching - can all be enjoyed in and around
the city.
If you prefer to
restrict your leisurely pursuits to dry land, you can always swing a
racquet, golf club or bat - or try your luck at either ten pin or lawn
bowls. Better still, a lazy day at the Settlement Cove Lagoon is a perfect
way to beat the heat of a summer’s day. If excitement is more your style,
a visit to the local paceway is guaranteed to provide a great night’s
entertainment.
For those with a
bit of time (and energy) up their sleeves, the best way to experience the
peninsula is by bike. With more than 20 kilometres of coastline hugging
tracks, savour the many water views at your own pace.
 Settlement Cove - Redcliffe
Parade, Redcliffe
Located on the
edge of Moreton Bay at the intersection of Anzac Avenue and Redcliffe
Parade, this artificial swimming lagoon is a must-see on a warm summer’s
day. It’s paradise on the peninsula.
 Scarborough Beach Park,
Landsborough Avenue, Scarborough
With views to Moreton
Island, Scarborough Beach Park is the perfect place to spend a lazy day
amongst the majestic Norfolk Pines and shady Cotton Wood Trees. A must for
families.
The
Hornibrook Highway, Hornibrook Esplanade, Clontarf
Take a walk
along one of the southern hemisphere’s longest bridges. The structure
spans 2.8 kilometres and provided a much needed link between the cities of
Redcliffe and Brisbane when it was opened in 1935. Although no longer open
to traffic, it is a popular fishing spot and is one of the best ways to
experience the bay. Be there at sunset for a colourful spectacle.
 Scarborough Boat Harbour, Thurecht Parade,
Scarborough
Venture north to the
commercial fishing hub of the peninsula. From here you can head across to
Moreton Island, go whale watching or diving. Better still, sit back and
take in the scenery while sampling the local seafood. Now this is
living!!!
 Suttons Beach
One of the
city’s most historic and celebrated foreshore areas, Suttons Beach has
recently undergone a $2.4 million transformation. The site, once a seaside
mecca for day trippers, has been re-landscaped into a 1.5 kilometre
recreation destination. Home to arguably the city’s best beach, Suttons
really is something special.
The
Redcliffe Jetty
Drop a line off the
recently opened Redcliffe Jetty. The new structure includes bait and fish
cleaning tables - so the weekend ritual can be enjoyed by new generations
of fishermen and women. The 4.5-metre wide jetty also features a halfway
house as well as two 34-metre finger piers extending from the jetty head.
Unlike the two previous jetties, the structure is protected by a 220-metre
rock breakwater - which will provide safe mooring facilities in all but
extreme weather conditions.
 Redcliffe Botanic Gardens
Henzell
Street, Redcliffe
During the past two decades this
site in the heart of the peninsula has been transformed from a cow paddock
into a natural wonderland. Its major features include the Moreton region
rainforest, wallum heathland, amphitheatre, herb garden and Chorizema
Spring. The herb garden is extremely popular with visitors and boasts
over 500 species of culinary, medicinal, industrial and native herbs.
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Hornibrook
Bridge
The old bridge in the foreground is used for fishing, cycling and walking.
The new bridge in the background connects Redcliffe to Sandgate, Brisbane
and the Airport.
Cycling at Redcliffe - Bikeways extend along the Redcliffe foreshore and
across the Hornibrook Bridge
Pelicans at
Sunset
Redcliffe Lagoon
& Moreton Bay
Redcliffe Beach
and Parks
Cooling off in
Redcliffe Lagoon
Margate Beach
Margate
Parade, Redcliffe
Redcliffe’s new-look Margate Beach
is a recreational delight where you can swim, fish, picnic, cycle or
simply soak up the magical views of Moreton Island. Stretching 2km,
Margate Beach features a timber boardwalk, viewing shelters, seating and
barbecues. For more information on
Margate Beach
The Humpybong Skate Park features skate bowls,
grinders, stunt ramps, a quarter pipe, wedge ramp, fun box, stairs and a
flat skating area.
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