Conway National Park and Conway Conservation Park Whitsundays

Impulse Creek, Conway Range trail, Conway National Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Coral Beach, Conway Conservation Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Coastal Fringe circuit, Conway National Park

Wander or ride through lowland rainforest and cross a small tidal creek next to mangroves.

Journey type
Walk, cycle
Distance
1.2km circuit
Time suggested
Allow 45min walking time and allow 15min riding time
Grade
Grade 2 walking track Easy mountain-bike trail

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Journey facilities

  • Walking
  • Cycling

Queensland National Parks Booking System Update

Access to the Queensland National Parks Booking System is unavailable until 9am AEST Thursday 6 February as we transition to a new booking system. No new bookings or amendments to existing bookings can be made during this closure period.

More information about the new booking system.

Stroll or ride through lowland rainforest and cross a small tidal creek next to mangroves. Remember to keep an eye out for the orange-footed scrubfowl and its monster nesting mound.

Getting there and getting around

The Coastal Fringe circuit is in Conway National Park about 7km southeast of Airlie Beach.

  • The Coastal Fringe circuit begins at the trailhead located in the Conway day-use area.
  • Follow the circuit trail through the lowland rainforest back to the Conway day-use area.
  • If you wish to venture off onto the Hayward Gully way, please allow extra time.

Wheelchair access

There is no wheelchair access to the Coastal Fringe circuit.

Before you visit

Opening hours

The Coastal Fringe circuit is open all year round. Access maybe closed at times due to localised flooding, severe weather or park management activities.

Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see: