Escape to the Valley

Just 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD you can find the Ferny Grove Rail Trail leading out to the “country” town of Samford Valley. The best place to begin your ride is from Ferny Grove either from the end of Lanita Road or parking at the Samford Conservation Park. From here it is just over 9kms to Samford Village.

The mostly flat trail is well maintained and clearly signposted. You can also start your ride from Ferny Grove Train Station and ride along Lanita Road until the main trail begins. Follow the trail until you reach a gate – this is the turn around point for cyclists that aren’t confident sharing the road with cars or attempting a few hills.

If comfortable, continue right onto Mclean Road South and follow until you reach a junction, here you go straight ahead onto Mclean Road North and then onto Peterson Road & then a right onto Camp Mountain Road which will take you into Samford Village.

This ride is best suited for children over 10, accompanied with a competent adult rider given the roads used.

Explore Brisbane North by Bike

The Enoggera Creek Bikeway is a paved, shared-use trail that meanders through the northern suburbs of Windsor, Wilston, Newmarket and even extends out to The Gap.

The path is generally flat so perfect for beginners and families and is well signposted. You will notice the path follows the babbling Enoggera Creek through a series of parks and playgrounds for most of your trip. These are great places to stop for a picnic or a play for the kids.

The path that links all…

West of Brisbane you can find the very popular Brassall Bikeway. This extraordinary bikeway links North Ipswich, Brassall, Wulkuraka & the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail so you really can choose your adventure.

The bikeway is alligned with the first railway line built in Queensland and is fully paved and safe environment for families with young children. You will spot way finding signs throughout as well as the opportunity to discover the old steam engine & other surprises. The nearby bicycle learning track at Sutton Park is also great for those still on training wheels.

*Toilets and food can be accessed at Brassall Shopping Centre off the bikeway (circled in red in the map below)*

Mitchelton to Nundah

One of Brisbane North’s most popular bikeways, the Kedron Brook Bikeway is a great place to get the family out for a ride in the sunshine! The mixture of off-road shared pathways and bikeways stretches from Mitchelton to Nundah.

Along the route families can find local schools, shops, sports clubs and access to creek side parks & picnic facilities. If you’re getting the young ones out riding for the first time or building skills make sure the family brushes up on your Bike Basics & watch the videos here so you will feel confident before heading out.

Scenic Inner-city Ride

Brisbane city is a beautiful part of Queensland to ride in & around & the Kangaroo Point Bikeway is the perfect gateway. Starting just west of the Dockside Ferry Terminal the bikeway snakes around the Brisbane River and under the iconic Story Bridge and through Captain Burke Park.

Sounds good? On this ride there is no cars to contend with and heaps of scenic stops including Riverlife where you can enjoy the BBQ facilities and plan a picnic. The path continue along the bottom of the Kangaroo Point cliffs to the Goodwill Bridge where it connects to South Bank or cross the bridge to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens .

If you want to make sure your family enjoys their time on the bike, make sure to check out BQ’s Bike Life Blog Post here which will make sure you have the best time!

Grab your bikes & swimmers – it’s adventure time!

The Moreton Bay Region has some of the best foreshore bike paths in South East Queensland. From Scarborough Beach to the Ted Smout Memorial Bridge at Clontarf, riders can enjoy the 11kms of shared paths, ocean views, parks and of course coffee!

While you can start your ride at any point of the cycleway, the best parking spot to entice the kids on a ride is the popular Pirate Park at Scarborough beach. From here, you can cycle 3kms to the Redcliffe Jetty – a great spot for a family photo or a quick stop at the markets on a Sunday.

If you choose too, continue your ride along until the picturesque Settlement Cove Lagoon where in summer you may just want to stop for a quick cool off. Toilets can be found here for a quick swimwear change.

To find out what else is riders can enjoy along the Scarbourough cycleway check our Visit Moreton Bay Region here and plan your family ride!

Did Someone say “New Rail Trail”?

That’s right – a brand new rail trail which follows the old Caboolture to Kilcoy railway corridor has fully opened in 2020. After the railway was close in 1964 it has now been turned into a tourism rich resource!

Extending from Beerburrum Road in Caboolture to Atwood Street in Wamuran this 10km (one way) trail showcases the history of the railway while also providing quality shared pathway.

You can do the ride in either direction and there is ample free parking at both ends. There is great end/beginning of trip shelters which include maps, drinking fountains, bike pumps and seating. The start at Beerburrum Road is also only a 3 minute bike ride from the Caboolture train station!