Palm Beach is a quiet beach side suburb on the southern Gold Coast, a strip of land wedge between two Estuaries Tallebudgera and Currumbin Creeks. It’s hard to believe that 80 years ago the main route for travel in Palm Beach was by horse and cart on the beach, there was no surveyed coastal road to speak of and crossing Tallebudgera Creek was quite an ordeal.

How things have changed, however there are still remnants of the past in Palm Beach, some of the old beach front properties still cling to the old days, aged beach shacks full of the history of days long gone.

Take a stroll along famous Jefferson Lane Palm Beach it’s a walk into the past just to see some of these old fibro and timber homes. But don’t leave it too long they are disappearing fast and being replaced with large homes which take up every inch of these small beach front blocks.

Palm Beach Easy Access to Gold Coast Hinterland

To the west are views of the Gold Coast Hinterland, Palm Beach is one of the few Gold Coast beachside suburbs that is strategically built to enjoy the Gold Coast Hinterland mountain views.

In addition the Gold Coast Hinterland is easily accessed from Palm Beach with many scenic drives to keep you entertained if you are holidaying in the locality or just want a change from the pounding surf and salt ridden air.

Recreational Areas

Palm Beach boasts two of the most popular recreational areas on the Gold Coast; these locations are not only family friendly but also dog friendly.

Tallebudgera Beach and Creek

Palm Beach Parklands

Tallebudgera Creek recreational area sits in the shadow of Burleigh Headland National Park, with the beautiful green waters of Tallebudgera Creek flowing out into the Coral Sea. Here at this spot you can bring the whole family enjoy a swim at a patrolled beach while another one of your party can take the family dog for an off leash run and swim.

Palm Beach Parklands offers many options, tranquil lagoon environment with Tarrabora Bushland Reserve and Beree Badalla Boardwalk through the mangroves. It’s also a popular spot for families’ to picnic on the beach of Currumbin Estuary, with the Pirate Ship Playground to keep the little ones entertained.

Nominated dog exercise areas are set aside for exercising your dog off leash, along Currumbin Spit and South Palm Beach however read the signs carefully or you could attract a penalty, there are a number of areas strictly off limits.

Palm Beach Accommodation

There is no shortage of accommodation in Palm Beach from luxury hi-rise apartments and private beach front houses with views to rival any overseas destination to budget style Motel. In addition there are two Tourist Parks which feature caravan, cabin and camping sites. No matter where you stay in Palm Beach you are only a hop skip and a jump from the beach.

There are not many locations on the Gold Coast that fall into this category.

Palm Beach Cafes and Restaurants

Palm Beach fits the bill when it comes to places to eat; featuring quite a few cafes that serve a variety of cuisines at reasonable priced meals for breakfast and lunch. However some will be closed by mid afternoon, so plan your evening meal carefully. The areas also boast four clubs some with weekend entertainment to satisfy your evening activities…

If you are planning a trip to Australia’s Gold Coast take a look at Palm Beach, especially if you are looking for a laid-back break away from the hustle and bustle of the northern end of the Gold Coast. If you want to experience the Gold Coast nightlife it’s only a few kilometres up the road.

Five great reasons to stay at Palm Beach

Queensland cleanest beach

A variety of accommodation

Plenty of cafes, restaurants and Surf Clubs in the locality

Easy access to the beach wherever you stay in Palm Beach

The Pacific Motorway M1 is easily accessible from Palm Beach Avenue

Gold Coast Airport around 7-10 minutes

Scenic drives and lookouts in the Gold Coast Hinterland only minutes away

See you in Palm Beach Gold Coast…

The Gold Coast is a wonderful place to plan a walking vacation. Palm Beach is on the southern Gold Coast and a perfect spot to stay. Easy access to the Gold Coast Hinterland with plenty of bush walking and hiking trails to suit all. Spent a holiday walking the Gold Coast and see the Gold Coast on foot.

Gillian lives on the Gold Coast and enjoys walking, the Gold Coast is a wonderful place to plan a walking vacation. Palm Beach is a Gold Coast seaside suburbs where you can easily access the beautiful Gold Coast Hinterland. http://walkingthegoldcoast.com/palm-beach-gold-coast/

Author Bio: The Gold Coast is a wonderful place to plan a walking vacation. Palm Beach is on the southern Gold Coast and a perfect spot to stay. Easy access to the Gold Coast Hinterland with plenty of bush walking and hiking trails to suit all. Spent a holiday walking the Gold Coast and see the Gold Coast on foot.

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