This is a moderate 3.5km out and back trail in Beerburrum forest reserve, near Glasshouse mountains. Beautiful views from the top. A good workout for the legs but worth it for the views. Activities: Walking & hiking. Parking: There is a carpark at Beerburrum State School, off Beerburrum road, Beerburrum. The Views From the lookout tower there are views over…
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 a 3km loop around the lake at Brightwater, in Mountain Creek. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking. Parking: Brightwater blvd, near Garnet Street, Mountain Creek. You can also start from Brightwater hotel. The Pathway This is a concrete pathway the whole way around the lake and is flat and easy. Suitable for bikes, scooters or wheelchairs. Lake The pathway…
This is an easy 6.3km out and back trail along a closed off road in Tewantin National Park. Activities: Walking, mountain biking, running & dog walking Parking: Gyndier Drive / Cooroy Noosa Road, Tewantin This trail is along a quiet bitumen road and is popular with bike riders and dog walkers. It is also suitable for prams or jogging. Gyndier…
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 short 2.4km out and back along the foreshore at Lake Weyba in Weyba Downs. Lake Weyba is a shallow salt water lake and is home to a lot of stingrays. Activities: Walking, swimming & dog walking. The area is popular for water activities such as kayaking, kite surfing and locals. Parking: Park at the end of…
This is an easy 2km walk around Mary Cairncross scenic reserve with abundant wildlife and beautiful rainforest in Maleny. With amazing views across the Glasshouse mountains from this vantage point out the front makes this a very worthwhile visit. Activities: Walking, nature, families. Parking: Carpark off Mountain view road, Maleny. The Pathway The Reserve The rainforest discovery centre has a…
This is an easy 1km out and back stroll. Not really a walk but I’ve included it here because its such a beautiful spot to visit. It’s close to the Maleny trail so worth doing both when you’re in the area. Activities: Nature. Parking: Carpark at end of Obi Lane S, Maleny. Gardners falls Gardeners falls has a couple of…
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 10km out and back trail from Kawana Surf club to Bokarina beach access 245. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking, bikes, swim. Parking: Carpark at Kawana Surf club or start from Bokarina near Blue heaven Ct, Bokarina. The Trail There is a well maintained paved pathway with a couple of sections they are currently working on finishing….
This isn’t an actual trail but it does have a pathway and I managed a 2.9km walk exploring each path. I have included it here mostly because it has an off leash dog area and a small boardwalk in Noosa Parklands estate, Tewantin. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking, bikes. Parking: You can access the trail from either the end of…
This is an easy 3.8km out and back forest trail between in Mons, between Buderim and Palmwoods. Situated only 2kms from the town of Buderim it’s worth checking this one out if you’re in the area. It’s just down the road from Kunara Organic Marketplace so worth stopping in here also. Activities: Walking, running, dog walking. Parking: Small carpark at…
This is an easy 6.1km loop through Mountain creek, near Maroochydore. It is dog friendly and well maintained. Activities: Walking, dog walking, running. Parking: End of Glenfields boulevard, Mountain Creek. The Trail Lagoon At the end of the Mountain creek trail there is access point to this lovely lagoon which has a pathway all the way around. Mountain Creek “Into…
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 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 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 8km loop through Noosa National park along coastal and inland trails. This is one of my favorite walks as it is long enough to feel like a workout and very scenic. Activities: Walking, running, hiking, swim. Parking: Along Esplanade, Sunshine beach. I started from beach access 28. Coastal views This is a beautiful walk with great…
This is an easy 2.1km out and back trail in Bli Bli, near Maroochydore. Activities: Walking, nature, prams, families. Parking: Carpark off Sports Rd, Bli Bli. Boardwalk This is a boardwalk through the mangroves so has LOTS of mosquitoes. Don’t forget to use mozzie spray or you’ll get eaten alive! Wetlands Sanctuary Educational walk and the boardwalk allows you to…