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Accessibility Score: 78Partially accessibleWheelchair difficulty: Moderate
Surfers Paradise Beach
Beach · Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
4.7· 1,930 reviews
About this attraction
The Surfers Paradise foreshore has a continuous, flat esplanade. At lifeguard tower 35 there's access matting down close to the water and free beach wheelchairs to borrow (book ahead on busy days).
- Beach access matting (tower 35)
- Free beach wheelchair
- Accessible toilet on the esplanade
Internal path surfaces
| Surface | Distance | % | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete | 1.8 km | 81% | excellent |
| Boardwalk | 120 m | 5% | good |
| GrassStrip between the esplanade and the sand | 300 m | 14% | fair |
Total internal paths: 2.2 km
Community reviews
Nina R.power wheelchair14/07/2026
I made it right down to the water's edge on the matting. An unforgettable experience — arrive early to grab the beach wheelchair.
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Accessibility Score78
- Incline:
- Low
- Barriers reported:
- 2
- Wheeling distance:
- 600 m
- Last validated:
- 2 days ago
- Confirmed by:
- 25 users
📍 Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast