Mooloolaba Beach
Mooloolaba Beach
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WorldTravla7
Cairns, Australia8,597 contributions
Sept 2022 • Family
Mum and I parked at Alexandra Headland near the Bluff and did the Coastal walk to Mooloolaba Beach one Saturday morning in September 2022 . We used to do this walk often when I was a kid (Mum, Dad, Ryan and Nanny & Grampy and I). It is still a winner (though much busier these days) and the views of the ocean from the elevated coastal cliffs are brilliant. There are plenty of things to spot from the cliffs including the Point Cartwright jetty and lighthouse behind it, and Old Woman Island in the other direction (which I still think looks more like a giant whale than an old woman), as well as the surfers catching barrels. There is a new walkway on the Mooloolaba end which takes you along the beach side heading towards the Loo with a View. The day we went there was a local triathlon happening so there was a lot of excitement in the air. When we got to Mooloolaba we found a café (Black Fox, not far from the Mooloolaba Surf Club) and I got a cuppa and a bacon and egg roll (Mum was not hungry as usual!). The walk back is the same way, but you get a different viewing perspective, and we say at least a dozen water dragons/lizards (I think they were eastern water dragons) along the path.
Written 10 March 2023
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Llewellyn53
Melbourne, Australia4,288 contributions
Mar 2021
A large portion was fenced off to allow remedial sand works to be done after the recent storms. Wide sand stretches, gentle slope into the water and with a small swell when we were there made it the ideal choice for families. There is a pathway alongside the beach park and some of the structures alongside the beach offer protection should a rain cloud suddenly appear. Plenty of people "working" from the park benches/tables while taking in the view and i can understand why.
Written 29 March 2021
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Ken T
Heidelberg, Australia83 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Has to be one of the best beaches. Water is clean and has benign waves. It is patrolled and has all the facilities you require. Be careful of the rocks at the western end but they are obvious. The Council invests in the area and rightly the beach attracts a crowd. The beach is long and is not challenged for room. A beautiful family beach.
Written 27 August 2022
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Peter R
Maroochydore, Australia2,383 contributions
June 2020
Lovely for a walk on anytime of the day. There is now a fabulous new boardwalk built and is great for walking on. There is section where bike riders are supposed to dismount but there are a lot of riders who ignore the signs so beware, when you walk on this section, of fast moving bikes. Just recently the council has been doing more great upgrades to the picnic areas which will be ready soon.
Written 26 June 2020
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Irene Isaacson
Parrearra, Australia2,068 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Sun, sand, sea and surf. Mooloolaba Beach has it all. Blue sky, blue sea, good surf as well as a nice quieter bay where there is less and more family friendly wave action.
The esplanade cafe strip is only 5 mins away. The Loo With A View is a nice spot to look over the beach and watch family members and friends, use the clean toilets and showers. Great bbq facilities are also available.
The esplanade cafe strip is only 5 mins away. The Loo With A View is a nice spot to look over the beach and watch family members and friends, use the clean toilets and showers. Great bbq facilities are also available.
Written 15 September 2020
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Leonardo
3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
This beach was beautiful. So many wonderful shops and restaurants nearby, with parks for the kids and great amenities. I just happened to be there when the weather was really bad which affected the quality of the ocean. Due to heavy rains and wind, the water was dirty, murky and really not pleasant. But when it would clear, all you are left with as crystal clear blue water with amazing waves.
I would strongly recommend this beach. It is absolutely beautiful.
I would strongly recommend this beach. It is absolutely beautiful.
Written 20 February 2020
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Peter
Southampton, UK799 contributions
June 2020 • Couples
In lockdown in Mooloolaba, we frequent this beach most days, irrespective of the weather which has been wonderful.
There are several car parks along the town side of the beach and as it extends out onto the Spit. There are two designated zones protected by lifeguards, one in the centre of the town and one along the Spit.
We usually walk the complete length of the beach, 2 kilometres each way, at the waters edge to stretch the legs and what a wonderful way to get some excercise. Stunning views, clear blue water and hardly any people.
Shallow water, great for children of all ages, and lots of nice belly boarding waves. An ideal beach. If I could design a family beach this would be it. Recommended
There are several car parks along the town side of the beach and as it extends out onto the Spit. There are two designated zones protected by lifeguards, one in the centre of the town and one along the Spit.
We usually walk the complete length of the beach, 2 kilometres each way, at the waters edge to stretch the legs and what a wonderful way to get some excercise. Stunning views, clear blue water and hardly any people.
Shallow water, great for children of all ages, and lots of nice belly boarding waves. An ideal beach. If I could design a family beach this would be it. Recommended
Written 25 June 2020
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Anita T
Forster, Australia12,767 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
We were staying in Mooloolaba and went to the beach quite often.
I would leave our apartment at dawn and walk along the beach taking sunrise shots.
Can’t wait until the new coastal pathway is complete which should be fabulous.
It is wonderful to see so many people of all ages enjoying Mooloolaba Beach from dawn to dusk. Whether people a swimming out back, surfing, body surfing, paddle boarding, training with the surf boats or playing volleyball on the beach courts there is something for everyone. And if you just wish to sit and enjoy the scene there are lots of seats and even a great kids park for the little ones.
The coastal track continues along behind the beach which has lovely shady trees and you are more than likely to catch a sighting of a Brush Turkey.
The beach is patrolled in two places and there is a plastic runner allowing access to wheelchairs to the water’s edge.
I would leave our apartment at dawn and walk along the beach taking sunrise shots.
Can’t wait until the new coastal pathway is complete which should be fabulous.
It is wonderful to see so many people of all ages enjoying Mooloolaba Beach from dawn to dusk. Whether people a swimming out back, surfing, body surfing, paddle boarding, training with the surf boats or playing volleyball on the beach courts there is something for everyone. And if you just wish to sit and enjoy the scene there are lots of seats and even a great kids park for the little ones.
The coastal track continues along behind the beach which has lovely shady trees and you are more than likely to catch a sighting of a Brush Turkey.
The beach is patrolled in two places and there is a plastic runner allowing access to wheelchairs to the water’s edge.
Written 18 February 2022
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Inspire66265016059
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May 2024 • Solo
I have just figured out what makes Mooloolaba shine over most other epic Sunshine Coast villages.
Context: I've visited the Sunny Coast a few times since the early 1980s
Caloundra = too big
Noosa = overhyped
Alex Heads = not too bad
Maroochydore = exposed to the north.
Mooloolaba is sheltered by the spit to the south-east (perfect for sundowners) and sheltered from the north by Alexandra Headlands
The sea temp is about 0.5 deg warmer than all of the above.
Disclaimer: I am biased as I have friends there, but thinking seriously about making it my home.
Context: I've visited the Sunny Coast a few times since the early 1980s
Caloundra = too big
Noosa = overhyped
Alex Heads = not too bad
Maroochydore = exposed to the north.
Mooloolaba is sheltered by the spit to the south-east (perfect for sundowners) and sheltered from the north by Alexandra Headlands
The sea temp is about 0.5 deg warmer than all of the above.
Disclaimer: I am biased as I have friends there, but thinking seriously about making it my home.
Written 9 May 2024
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Roderick B
134 contributions
July 2023 • Family
Mooloolaba Beach has something for everyone! Excellent swimming beach, interesting rock pools and rock formations to explore, great parklands just above beach, playground and climbing equipment for kids to enjoy, great walking paths and more. Many interesting shops and eating places on the Main Street running along the beach access.
Difficult to park near the beach though (very busy) but is a car park within walking distance which is $5 for all day parking.
Difficult to park near the beach though (very busy) but is a car park within walking distance which is $5 for all day parking.
Written 8 July 2023
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No roos in Mooloolaba, try Australia zoo
Written 9 October 2018
do the turtles come anywhere near here to lay eggs/hatch-lings?
Written 30 January 2018
Jane
Brisbane, Australia
We are coming for Christmas Day breakfast on the beach, we know there are BBQ’s there however we are concerned that they will be very busy! Can you bring your own disposable BBQ’s with you to the beach?
Written 18 December 2017
No you won't be able too bring your own barby. Best to have some kind soul go and claim a vacant one, if there is one, at around 3pm. You could also try the river front at Cotton Tree, there are a few more there. Or further north of Maroochydore, on the Maroochy River front.....bonus....amazing sunsets.
Happy Christmas. ...
Sharon
Written 19 December 2017
Is Mooloolaba Beach dog friendly
Written 26 August 2016
Dogs are no longer allowed on the beach at all, even on leash, this has been a recent change by the local council. But the park along the beach and the walking track is on leash dog friendly and so are most of the cafes.
Written 27 August 2016
Terence C
Singapore, Singapore
Hi, plan to visit Mooloolaba beach, during our trip to Australia on 05-Dec (Saturday).
Reading from the feedback, we can have BBQ there?
Wonder if we need to book the BBQ pit and where can we get information, such as booking, payment ant etc.
Will it be too hot during evening time, around 5pm
Written 15 November 2015
Hi - yes there are a limited number of BBQ's on the beach. If you google image Loo with a View, Mooloolaba, you will see the main tourist structure, built around the public toilets! The BBQ's are in the park just south of the Loo. I don't believe there are any opportunities to book them - first in, first served. Most people are happy to share them. There is a walkway/cycle path that extends (with a couple of detours) for 20km south to Caloundra, and effectively 50km north to Noosa. There are BBQ's at various spots along the path. If you are here in summer holidays, and you are driving a car, get to the beach early - definitely before 10.00 am to get a carpark. School holidays are december - mid January. Lots of people come up from Brisbane so it gets crowded. Don't expect good accomodation deals at this time. As for the BBQ, if you can't get one at Mooloolaba beach, walk south along the path towards the Spit (good fish and chip shops too), as there are more BBQ's there. Enjoy your visit.
Written 16 November 2015
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