Gold Coast, Queensland · Road route 09

Central Gold Coast Endurance Loop

A medium-long loop through Nerang and Upper Coomera that returns via Southport and the coast, combining rolling climbs with flatter kilometres.

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Distance: 68 km
Elevation: 570 m
Difficulty: Intermediate–hard
Ride time: 3 hr 45 min–5 hr 15 min moving time

GPX route outline · Starts near Mermaid Beach

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Route overview

Plan the ride

A medium-long loop through Nerang and Upper Coomera that returns via Southport and the coast, combining rolling climbs with flatter kilometres.

Rolling country roads, Upper Coomera and a coastal return

City: Gold Coast
Surface: Sealed road
Start location: Mermaid Beach
Recommended tyre width: 28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time: 3 hr 45 min–5 hr 15 min 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

A varied central-to-northern endurance loop. Rolling country roads, Upper Coomera and a coastal return

Hazards

The route crosses busy suburban and arterial-road environments before reaching quieter hinterland roads. Start early and use lights.

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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 Mermaid Beach or along the route.

Parking & public transport

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

Bike setup

Start with 28–32 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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Import the file into Garmin Connect, Wahoo, Hammerhead, COROS, Bryton or another navigation app. Review the full line before the ride.

Download Central Gold Coast Endurance Loop GPX