This is an easy 7.2km loop trail through Noosa National Park. Starting from the National Park at Noosa Heads. Activities: Walking, running, swim. Parking: National Park Carpark on Park Rd, Noosa Heads. You can also do a shorter out an back trail just along coastline if preferred – Hells Gate Noosa. Coastal Views Coastal Trail There is a concrete pathway…
This is an easy 6.6km out and back trail with a loop around Noosa Spit along the river, through mangroves and then along the pathway and boardwalk beside Noosa Heads beach up to National Park entrance. Activities: Walking, dog walking, swim. Parking: Carpark Noosa heads or any of the parking areas between end of Hastings street and Noosa Spit. This…
This is an easy and very scenic 4.7km out and back walk in Coolum beach from Stumers creek to Pt Perry. Activities: Walking, running, swim & some sections dog walking. Parking: Carpark on Stumers creek road, Coolum Beach. This walk is an out and back trail and includes a beautiful stretch of beach and boardwalk. Stumers Creek Start from Stumers…
This is an easy 2.5km circuit around Alex heads conservation Park with a loop around Nelson Park. A great walk or bike ride to take the kids or an enjoyable walk in the heart of Alex heads. This is just down the road from Alex heads beach so a nice stop on a family day out. Activities: Walking, dog walking….
This pathway is an easy 6.5km circuit (or 4.5km loop) in Noosaville through Weyba Creek conservation Park. Activities: Walking, bike riding, running & dog walking. Parking: Carpark at Giraween Sports complex, on the corner of Langura Street and Eenie Creek Rd, Noosa Heads. Or for shorter route park on Weyba road near AFL ground or you can park down Lake…
This is a moderately easy 8.6km out and back trail along Ewen Maddock Dam between Mooloolah and Landsborough. Activities: Walking, running, horse riding & mountain biking, fishing, BBQ’s and playground. Parking: Carpark at 221 Connection Road, Mooloolah Valley. The Trail The trail is popular on weekends, but fairly quiet midweek. The trail follows along the edge of the dam. Some…
This is an easy 8.3km out and back trail at Golden beach, near Caloundra. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking, picinc tables, swim, bikes. Parking: Along esplanade, I started near Joan street, Golden beach. Golden Beach The Pathway Well maintained pathway all the way along this beautiful stretch of beach. I walked to Tripcony Lane at end of the pathway at…
This is an easy 4km out and back trail located in Boreen Point. It is suitable for walking and is dog friendly. Lake Cootharaba is a shallow salt water lake on the northern end of the Sunshine coast. It is a quiet small township that comes alive during sailing regattas. There are picnic tables and toilets along the foreshore along…
This is an easy 4km circuit along forestry trail between Peregian Springs and Verrierdale. There is also a small park nearby if you start from Peregian Springs side with a picnic table. Activities: Walking, dog walking, running. Parking: You can park on Doonan Bridge road east, opposite the Power station or end of Thomson Place, Peregian springs. You can start…
This is not a trail, however I have included it here because it has a few tracks and is a beautiful spot to go and explore. I did a 2.7km walk around this area between the dam and Wappa Falls which are located in Kiamba, west of Yandina. Activities: Walking, swim. Parking: Carpark at Wappa Dam off Wappa Park Road,…
This is an easy 6.6km out and back trail along a beautiful stretch of coastline from Kawana surf club to Point Cartwright. La Balsa Park, at the end of Harbour Drive and on the edge of the Mooloolah River is the perfect spot for kids to play and explore around the reserve. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking, family friendly There…
This is an easy 5.7km loop from Noosa Botanic Gardens through Tewantin National park forestry trails to extend the walk. Activities: Walking, running, picnic tables. Parking: Noosa Botanic Gardens Carpark on Lake MacDonald Drive, Lake MacDonald. I started this walk from the Noosa botanic gardens which you can also include as a separate trail while you are here – Lake…
This is an easy 8km out and back trail along the Maroochy river pathway from Picnic point Esplanade to Fisherman’s rd Bushland Conservation Reserve in Maroochydore. Activities: Walking, running, cycling & dog walking, water activities, picnic tables. Parking: Anywhere along Bradman Ave, Maroochydore. Maroochy River This is a popular pathway for walkers, joggers, families and fishing. The road noise does…
This is an easy 3km out and back loop trail around Cooloolabin dam near Yandina. The trail starts from the day use area and is suitable for all fitness levels. Activities: Walking, picnic tables. Parking: Carpark at the dam day use area off Cooloolabin Road. Dam The Trail The trail starts from the day use area carpark and you can…
This is an easy 2km walk through some beautiful forest in Buderim. This sanctuary was a gift to the local community from the Foote family. Activities: Walking, running, picnic tables, dog walking. Parking: Carpark at end of Park Lane, Buderim. The Trail There is a maze of tracks and hard to find your way, but it doesn’t matter because it’s…
This is an easy 4.3km out and back trail along the beach at Coolum to Stumer’s creek and back. Activities: Walking, swim. Parking: You can park at Tickle park or I like to park on David Low Way near Lions & Norrie Jobs park, Coolum beach as per map below. Coolum beach The area on Coolum’s main beach here is…
This is a 7km one way or 14km return trail along coastal pathway from the lake at Currimundi to Kings beach in Caloundra. Activities: Walking, running, bikes, picnic tables, swim. Parking: You can start from either end. I parked along Watson Street, Currimundi. You can do shorter versions of this walk from Kings beach if preferred – Kings Beach to…
This is an easy 2.1km loop near Dunethin lake and Maroochy river between Yandina & Bli Bli. Lake Dunethin is popular for canoeing/kayaks. Activities: Walking, dog walking, fishing, canoeing. Parking: Along Lake Dunethin road near scout camp off Pearce rd and Yandina Bli Bli road. The trail starts near the pier where you can walk out to get good views…
This is an easy 0.8km walk through a park then through a lovely forest to a small waterfall in the heart of Nambour. A hidden gem which is fairly quiet midweek. Activities: Walking, running, playground, swim. Parking: Park at the end of Waterfall rd, Nambour. The Trail The trail loops through lovely forest to a quaint waterfall. It is a…
This is an easy 2.6km out and back trail in Nambour. The pathway runs along Petrie Creek and is popular with families and locals. Activities: Walking, dog walking, running. Parking: Corner of Petrie Park road and Price street. The Trail The trail is mostly shady and walking along the edge of Petrie creek which is surrounded by lovely vegetation in…