Encounter Bikeway

Fleurieu's flagship coastal path

The Encounter Bikeway is a sealed 30km shared walking and cycling path that runs along the Encounter Coast between Victor Harbor and Goolwa. It is mostly flat, mostly off-road, and passes through Port Elliot and Middleton on the way. It is one of the best family and casual-cyclist experiences on the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Highlights along the path

• Victor Harbor causeway and Granite Island
• Encounter Bay beaches and lookouts
• Port Elliot: Horseshoe Bay, Flying Fish Cafe, Port Elliot Bakery
• Middleton Beach surf break
• Goolwa Wharf and the Murray Mouth

Practicalities

• Mostly sealed, mostly flat - suitable for casual riders, e-bikes, strollers and wheelchairs
• Bike hire available in Victor Harbor and Goolwa
• The SteamRanger Cockle Train runs parallel for most of the way, so you can walk/ride one way and catch the train back (seasonal)
• Allow 3-4 hours one-way by bike, or plan for a full day with stops