Cairns, Queensland · Road route 03

Yorkeys Knob–Kewarra–Palm Cove Loop

A northern-beaches circuit combining council-mapped Yorkeys Knob, Kewarra Beach and Palm Cove corridors.

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Distance: 34.8 km
Elevation: 150 m
Difficulty: Moderate
Ride time: 1 hr 30 min–2 hr moving time

GPX route outline · Starts near Yorkeys Knob

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Route overview

Plan the ride

A northern-beaches circuit combining council-mapped Yorkeys Knob, Kewarra Beach and Palm Cove corridors.

Coastal scenery without a full city start

City: Cairns
Surface: Sealed shared paths and paved roads
Start location: Yorkeys Knob
Recommended tyre width: 28–35 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time: 1 hr 30 min–2 hr moving time
Route data checked: 4 September 2026

The GPX file and page data were checked on this date. This is not an on-the-ground closure check; verify current conditions before riding.

Highlights

Coastal scenery without a full city start. Coastal scenery without a full city start

Hazards

Some leisure-trail links remain incomplete. Watch crossings, beach traffic, pedestrians, heat and wet-season flooding.

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Water

No refill points are verified in this guide. Start with enough water for the route and check any planned refill is open on the day.

Coffee stops

No cafe stop is verified in this guide. Use the planning map to choose a current, opening-hours-checked option near Yorkeys Knob or along the route.

Parking & public transport

Start near Yorkeys Knob. Parking restrictions and public transport access are not independently verified; check the planning map and the local operator before travelling.

Bike setup

Start with 28–35 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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