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I’ve done this walk dozens of
times and never tire of the experience. Given the choice I’d prefer the
boardwalk when the tide is high. The area takes on a completely
different look, however having said that if the tide is low it exposes
some of the crabs hiding places that would otherwise be unnoticed. (if
you are interested in that sort of thing) The boardwalk meanders along
Currumbin Creek, curving like a lazy cat…..
Remember to bring your camera to be ready for that perfect shot!
This
is a short walk, however you can extend it by starting at
Palm Beach
Parklands, where you can enjoy beautiful Currumbin Lagoon and
then follow the pathway to Tarrabora Reserve, which joins up with Beree
Badalla Boardwalk,
then under Currumbin
Bridge.... you will see the sign.
The boardwalk starts at the southern end by entering the mangroves
immediately, these look a little different to the mangroves at
Tallebudgera
Conservation Park near Fleays WildLife Park. Being close to
the mouth of Currumbin Creek the water always seems to have that sweet
clean smell, unlike the mangroves in the upper reaches of any creek that
are rich in nutrients and organic matter.
After a short walk the
boardwalk opens up to clear uninterrupted views of Currumbin Creek, and
then you disappear back behind the mangroves. Eventually the boardwalk
opens up into a wide space. There are a number of areas where you can
sit and admire the view, so it’s worth taking a drink and perhaps some
breakfast/morning tea. Quite often you will find people fishing along
this side of the creek, it must be a good spot, and they seem to bring
enough gear to keep themselves comfy for awhile.
Best to take this walk early
in the day, the boardwalk can get very warm later in the day, so don’t
forget the essentials (hat, sunscreen, water and insect repellent). I
said this before and I’ll say it again, you never know who you will meet
on a walk.
If you are still full of
energy just turn left at the end of the boardwalk and cross Thrower
Bridge and do the
Currumbin Beach Walk..
The boardwalk can get hot so make sure you take a hat
and a bottle of water. You can access this area from
Palm Beach
Parklands....walk through Tarrabora Reserve and then under Currumbin
Bridge, you will see the sign.
Just another example of one of the Gold Coast's great walks!
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