Hervey Bay is a big blue playground – and a favourite of boaties, anglers and whale-watching tourists.
But land-lubbers can have an adventure in the bay too.
Hire a conventional bike or electric bicycle from
Hervey Bay Rent-a-Car – and start exploring the bay’s 15 kilometres of paved cycle paths…
One of the most popular pathways stretches along the Esplanade, from Point Vernon to historic Urangan Pier. The shared trail weaves through shady parkland, with sea glimpses along the way. Stop and refuel at one of the many cafes along the way.
A short detour will take you to Hervey Bay’s Botanic Gardens in Elizabeth Street. This 26-hectare green space is well worth a visit – with its impressive Chinese formal garden, grassy lawns, water features and a beautiful Orchid House. The Orchid House features flowering beauties from the gardens’ collection of more than 5,000 orchids – the biggest and best public collection in Australia.
From the gardens, it’s just a short ride to the start of another Hervey Bay cycling path – a section of the “Mary to Bay” Rail Trail.
This inland path is a gentle ride back towards the town centre – following the old rail line that once ferried goods to and from ships at Urangan Pier.
If you’re tempted by an active Hervey Bay lifestyle, check out Fraser Shores – a retirement community-based in the bay.
About Fraser Shores
Fraser Shores features two villages which are located within the sub-tropical wonderland of Hervey Bay.
The villages (Fraser Shores 1 and 2) offer a variety of award-winning, freestanding homes that have designed for retirement living.
Choose from a wide selection of spacious brick and tile, two and three-bedroom homes including an executive model with three bedrooms, two en-suites and a hobby room.
Fraser Shore’s homes have won the Queensland Housing Industry Association’s Top Homes of the Year Award for design, character and value for money.
All designs offer high grade insulation, careful orientation and large doors and windows for maximum cross-ventilation which allow you to take advantage of the best coastal breezes anyone can offer.
All homes are also built at ground level for easy access and feature spacious modern kitchens, bedrooms and living areas.
Finally, each home is equipped with an emergency call system, which is monitored on-site 24 hours a day by trained staff with first aid certification.
The homes are surrounded by amazing resort-style facilities, where residents have unlimited use of the full-sized bowling green, swimming pool, community centre, licensed bar, fitness centre, craft and computer room, outdoor barbecue areas, libraries and so much more.
A well-organised residents’ committee arranges functions and social activities such as outdoor and indoor bowls, pool and billiards, movie nights, tai chi, line dancing, yoga, arts and crafts, exercise and computer classes.
You will have the opportunity to meet new friends and be part of a welcoming, safe and supportive community of like-minded people.
Community lawns and gardens are beautifully maintained, so you can get on with doing what you enjoy most.
Fraser Shores conveniently adjoins a commercial and professional centre, housing medical specialists, a large general medical practice and a wide variety of shops and services.
In addition, onsite recreational vehicle, caravan and boat storage gives you the freedom to plan your travels with ease, including when you want to chase fun, sun and adventure with the ‘grey nomad’ brigade.
