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In response to comments on social media, prospective Trail users should be aware that the Mary2Bay Rail Trail is not yet complete. Only 2.7km of Trail off Walker Street, Maryborough has been developed by Fraser Coast Regional Council. It is not possible to proceed further at this stage due to crossing private property, locked gates and a mining lease. Signage is yet to be erected by Council. If you’re a Fraser Coast resident, contact your local Councillor to query progress from Maryborough, as well as your local State Member of Parliament.

However, by riding or driving 10km to Dundathu on Hervey Bay-Maryborough Road then following Churchill Mine Rd for 10km, (see map) you can join the Trail at Churchill Mine Rd Trail Head. There is signage, shade, parking and a picnic shelter. From here, you can ride a continuous route to Urangan Pier along the Rural and Urban sections.

Planning is underway to link the 2km gap between the Urban and Rural sections, meanwhile take care crossing the busy Hervey Bay-Maryborough Road.

Alternatively, begin at Urangan Pier and enjoy 14km off-road sealed surface all the way to Nikenbah. Continue onto the rural gravel section beginning at Piggford Lane and arrive at Churchill Mine Rd Trail Head 13.8km later. Currently, this route is the best experience, taking in native bush, historic bridges and very soon, informative eco signage as well.