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Gosford City Council's local government area encompasses a wide geographical spread with a multitude of things to do, see and enjoy. From the beaches of Terrigal and Avoca to the mountains temperate rainforests, to the very important coastal wetlands. What better way than by enjoying Gosford's cycleway network?

With over 1000 square kilometres the Central Coast region offers on and off road cycleways, as well as BMX friendly skate parks and mountain bike tracks.

Gosford Cycleway Network

The Gosford cycleways network forms a part of the NSW Coastline Cycleways Strategy.

Council is committed to encouraging cycling as a legitimate mode of transport by providing safe and convenient cycling conditions.

The objective of Council's New Cycling Strategic Plan is to create a shared road space for cyclists, concentrating its available resources into areas where traffic volumes and potential danger levels are highest. . 

For more info visit Connecting the Central Coast Transport Action Plan and NSW Coastline Cycleway.

Hazard Reporting

For reporting any potential hazards please see our cycling hazard report form. Accordingly, a bicycle network has been adopted by council indicating suggested on and off road links to/from the main urban centres of the city. Woy Woy Link is now complete and is seeing some significant usage by local cyclists, commuters and recreational riders.

Gosford Velodrome is located within Adcock Park, West Gosford off the Central Coast Highway south of the Brian McGowan Bridge. It is accessible by bicycle via the shared user path at Carrawah Reserve. Track Meets are held every Wednesday. For more information visit www.centralcoastcyclingclub.com or contact Councils Recreation Services Department on 4325 8222.

Use of shared user paths
Shared cycleways, although signposted for the use of both pedestrians and cyclists attract use by other recreationalists such as dog walkers, rollerbladers, joggers and skateboard riders. Developing and making provisions for cycleways acknowledges that there is also an additional benefit to the community in allowing access by other users. Users of shared cycleways are expected to show courtesy to other users and to stick to the path to prevent erosion and any possible damage to adjoining vegetation.

Simple Rules:

• Cyclists - alert walkers when approaching by sounding your bell, especially when approaching from behind.
• Keep Left!

Design
Council's cycleways are designed in accordance with AustRoad's Guide to Traffic Engineering Practice Part 13-Bicycles.

NSW Coastline Cycleway Strategy

This strategy is part of a program to implement a continuous cycleway along the NSW coastline from Bega toTweed Heads. It has been supported with funding from the state government's Department of Planning.

Council's objective is to provide a continuous cycleway link between major residential and commercial settlements of the Woy Woy Peninsula, Gosford and Terrigal.

The aim of the project is to provide a safe link for commuter and recreational cyclists along the Brisbane Water foreshore. A natural asset of the local community and the perfect avenue to highlight the beauty the region has to offer. This cycleway will then be promoted in the Central Coast Cycling Guide.

Cycling into the gateway of the Central Coast of New South Wales.

Visiting Gosford

By Bike or Car: Gosford is accessible via the Old Pacific Highway. The route offers a great scenic view along the way.

Whether arriving by BIKE, CAR, TRAIN or FERRY, if you are cycle touring in Gosford be sure to book your accommodation ahead or time. Visit www.cctourism.com.au for more information.

When entering from Wyong Shire ensure you use the shared paths where available (RTA 131700) www.rta.nsw.gov.au/.

By Train: The railway service into Gosford stops at numerous smaller stations however the two major train stations are Gosford and Woy Woy. Call 131500 or visit www.cityrail.info for information on track changes.

State Rail provides hooks for bikes on certain carriages however if using Country link services be sure to pre book your bike and place it in a bike box prior to boarding to ensure a smooth journey. On suburban services try to place your bike in the vestibule away from other passengers.

There are secure bike lockers now available for use at each of the major stations from just 50 cents per day. (See www.bicyclensw.org.au/ or visit www.transport.nsw.gov.au for more details or call the Transport info-line 131500).

By Ferry: Gosford City is also accessible via ferry from Sydneys most northern beach Palm Beach. The Palm Beach Ferry Service offers a daily service crossing to Ettalong and Wagstaffe. It is the perfect means to access the region by bicycle from Sydney. To take your bike on board it costs only an extra two dollars and with a Ferry 10 pass it is complementary. (Visit www.palmbeachferry.com.au/ for more information)

For information on accessing the ferry service from Saratoga and Davistown to Woy Woy visit www.centralcoastferries.com.au

By Bus: Two major operators exist in the Gosford region. Busways and Red bus Services. (Visit www.busways.com.au or www.redbus.com.au )

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