Noosa Heads Coastal Track
Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast Area

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Description

Spectacular views can be seen from several lookouts along the track. You will also see coastal rock formations such as the Boiling Pot and Hells Gates. Beaches include Tea Tree Bay, a pandanus-lined sandy beach, the more rocky Granite Bay, historic Winch Cove and the sweeping Alexandria Bay.

Koalas frequent the gum trees along this walk and honeyeaters are often seen in the flowering shrubs next to the track. Out to sea, frolicking dolphins and migrating humpback whales are sometimes seen by the keen observer.

About the Walk

5.4 kilometres
1.5-2.5 hours
Half Day Walk
Easy
Return
The picnic area at the park entrance.

Walk Highlights

• Picturesque coastal scenery
• Rock formations
• Sandy beaches
• Abundant wildlife

Walk Hints

The Noosa Headland Section of Noosa National Park is at the end of Park Road, Noosa Heads.

Stay on marked walking tracks and walk in daylight hours only. There have been serious assaults in this park.

Be aware that beaches surrounding Noosa National Park are not patrolled by surf lifesavers. Swimming here can be dangerous.

Wear a hat and sunscreen, bring sufficient water, and allow adequate time to complete the walk. Suitable, sturdy footwear is recommended.

Best Time To Go

Noosa enjoys a mild, subtropical climate, so it is pleasant to walk all year round.

Property Details

Facilities

• BBQ Facilities
• Public toilet

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Walking

Other Information

Further Details:
The Noosa Head Coast track features picturesque coastal scenery, rock formations, sandy beaches and abundant wildlife. The track is 5.4 kilometres long with a moderate degree of difficulty which will take approximately two to three hours to complete.
The Noosa Headland Section of Noosa National Park is at the end of Park Road, Noosa Heads. Stay on marked walking tracks and walk in daylight hours only. There have been serious assaults in this park. Be aware that beaches surrounding Noosa National Park are not patrolled by lifesavers and swimming is not recommended. Strong currents and surtf are particularly dangerous at Alexandria Bay nearby, patrolled beaches at Noosa Heads and Sunshine Beach are ideal places to swim.

How To Get There:
Noosa is 160 kilometres north of Brisbane via the Bruce Highway and the Sunshine Motorway. The Noosa Headland section of Noosa National Park is at the end of Park Road, Noosa Heads. There is also access to the Noosa Headland Section from Parkedge Road and McAnally Drive, Sunshine Beach.

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