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Noosa National Park
Noosa National Park
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Restaurants
210 within 5 kms
Deadly Espresso
16
0.7 km$ • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Sails Beach Restaurant
1,663
1.5 km$$$$ • Seafood • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Locale
1,447
1.6 km$$$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • European
Betty's Burgers
2,746
1.7 km$ • Quick Bites • American • Diner
Gelatissimo Noosa
189
1.6 km$ • Dessert
El Capitano Pizzeria & Bar
466
1.7 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club
2,188
1.6 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Bar • Australian
Bistro C
3,370
1.7 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Providore on Hastings
129
1.6 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Australian
Laguna Jacks Steak House
668
1.7 km$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • Bar • Australian
Attractions
31 within 10 kms
Tee Tree Bay Beach
1
0.1 kmBeaches
Dolphin Point Lookout
1
0.3 kmLookouts
Boiling Pot Lookout
1
0.5 kmState Parks
Noosa Main Beach
2,284
1.6 kmBeaches
Noosa Visitor Information Centre
178
1.6 kmVisitor Centres
Granite Bay
1
0.6 kmBodies of Water
Hastings Street
1,644
1.8 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Hell's Gates
1
0.7 kmGeologic Formations
Laguna Lookout
150
1.7 kmLookouts
Noosa River
716
Bodies of Water
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peter bischoff
Yogyakarta Region, Indonesia12 contributions
Solo
Fantastic Beach site
Clear blue waters with strong surf in a lush tropical environment gives it a real paradise feel. The bordering town of Noosa is pleasant somewhat mundane place with nice restaurants. Really enjoyed my stay there. Animals i encountered were hundreds of flying foxes (hanging in the trees of a small park behind Cole’s supermarket) colorful parrots, cuckatoos, monitor lizards and snakes. Unfortunately Koala’s seem to have migrated to remote spots deep in the forest these days, so missed out on them.
Clear blue waters with strong surf in a lush tropical environment gives it a real paradise feel. The bordering town of Noosa is pleasant somewhat mundane place with nice restaurants. Really enjoyed my stay there. Animals i encountered were hundreds of flying foxes (hanging in the trees of a small park behind Cole’s supermarket) colorful parrots, cuckatoos, monitor lizards and snakes. Unfortunately Koala’s seem to have migrated to remote spots deep in the forest these days, so missed out on them.
Written 11 August 2022
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AllanJGJ
Wellington, New Zealand3,455 contributions
How amazing that this largish national park is only just over a kilometre from Hastings St Noosa. Lots of walks of varying levels of difficulty but for your average tourist it's an easy stroll around the coastal walk to Dolphin Point to see the surfers. The really well-engineered path is wheelchair and children's buggy accessible making it a great facility for all. And of course nice views of the coast.
Written 10 August 2022
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Virginia B
Hanmer Springs, New Zealand6 contributions
Walked to the highest track and was rewarded with seeing a young kangaroo.
The National Park is just beautiful and would highly recommend.
You can walk from the National Park through Alexandra Bay and onto the Sunshine Coast.
The National Park is just beautiful and would highly recommend.
You can walk from the National Park through Alexandra Bay and onto the Sunshine Coast.
Written 8 August 2022
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emelian
Melbourne, Australia1,187 contributions
Tried to go but car park was full and people queing up the hill. This was mid week not even in school holidays so unless you want to walk up a long hill dont bother.
Written 2 August 2022
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia26,355 contributions
The park is closed from Granite Bay to Hell's Gates but still up there with the best walks around. Pick a nice sunny day and it cannot be beaten.
Written 17 July 2022
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Unni
Trondheim, Norway5 contributions
Family
Wonderful walk along the beaches. Easy walk, suitable for everyone. Hard to find parking, you just got to wait until someone leaves.
Written 11 July 2022
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karren s
14 contributions
A must visit in Noosa. Offering amazing scenery, wildlife and beautiful swimming and surfing spots along the way.
Written 10 July 2022
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Ashlei
Fleet, UK12 contributions
Solo
It is colder than what I anticipated. I had problem parking as place parking is too small. No wild animals I saw here.
Written 24 June 2022
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AussieRicho1
Wollongong, Australia1,755 contributions
Couples
Had been a bit of rain about,however picked the right time to visit. Very busy carpark and heaps of dedicated long board riders carrying their boards long distances to get to the many breaks along the way. Worth the walk.Some great views.
Written 25 March 2022
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Pandy D
Sydney, Australia886 contributions
Couples
Noosa Coastal Walk through Noosa National Park, QLD
Always a great experience either walking or jogging through various trails within the National Park. Boiling Point Lookout is a great spot for dolphin watching. The trail to Hell’s Gates is spectacular, as is the walk along Alexandria Bay. From Hell’s Gates you can return via Tanglewood Walk which takes you through the forest rather than back along the coast.
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Always a great experience either walking or jogging through various trails within the National Park. Boiling Point Lookout is a great spot for dolphin watching. The trail to Hell’s Gates is spectacular, as is the walk along Alexandria Bay. From Hell’s Gates you can return via Tanglewood Walk which takes you through the forest rather than back along the coast.
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Written 7 March 2022
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Odyssey434533
Wellington, New Zealand5 contributions
I walk with a walker ,l so love nature, birds, trees ,sunsets , could you please recommend lovely nature spots around Noosa that are accessible
Jack B
Southport, Australia150 contributions
YOU can walk from Noosa, all the way to the National Park, but this first part is on a Boardwalk and is not completely smooth, has steepish parts to it. It can be used by walkers or wheelchairs and prams. From the start of the National Park, there is a sealed Path for more than 1 km around the shoreline. That path has been created for wheelchair access, so has NO STEPS
Amo_Viajar_86
Buenos Aires, Argentina33 contributions
Hola!! Cómo estás?
Leí tu comentario y me entusiasmó mucho este lugar, nosotros salimos para iniciar nuestro recorrido por la costa Este de Australia el jueves, y sin falta vamos a pasar por este parque, que más me puedes contar? cuanto sale la entrada? nosotros vamos a ir con motorhome, sabes si se puede pasar la noche ahí?
Gracias, Naty
toeightycountries
Munich, Germany5,754 contributions
Hi Naty, there is no entrance fee for the national park. Noosa Caravan Park is 143 Moorindil St, Tewantin QLD 4565, Australia - that is 10 km away from the entrance of the park. Have a save trip, Michael
Sangeetha M
1 contribution
Hi we have a three month old and are up for a walk in a baby carrier. How hard is the walk all the way to Hell's gate? Also how hard it it to get parking and is there any cafe nearby?
JessiPalmer
Hervey Bay, Australia436 contributions
The walk is fairly easy all the way to Hell's Gate but unfortunately, parking was a nightmare when we visited which was the week before school holidays started. You need to get in really early to get a park! There is a cafe at the beginning of the walk as well as toilets. I'm not sure how good the cafe is as we only bought ice-creams after we completed the walk (with a 3 and 5 year old).
kayla s
Caloundra, Australia
Is there a time limit for parking in the car park at noosa national park? Is the track kid friendly to the fairy pools? Or another place (ie. sunshine beach) to park at that is closer walking distance to the fairy pools?
Jack B
Southport, Australia150 contributions
No Time limit, but limited space.
You have to get there early or you need to walk all the way from Noosa.
helenahelena001
Adelaide, Australia14 contributions
Does anybody know about Noosa National park opening hours? or it can be accessed at anytime? TKS!
GDay1044
Durban, South Africa1,099 contributions
National Parks are open 24 / 7 there were no gates at the entrance - it is free to go in and you can visit anytime - parking is at a premium so very early am and late pm and when there is no surf (popular surfing spots at the entrance and at one of the beaches) might be better
valhikes
Olympia, WA19 contributions
Hello,
In which part of Noosa National Park would we be most likely to see koalas? We will probably not have a car and would be arriving by bus/foot and would like to know which entry point and/or trail would give us the best opportunities for koala spotting.
Thank you very much.
Valerie
bgboyle
Auckland, New Zealand116 contributions
"The trees" is the obvious answer, but they are hard things to spot.
If its specifically Koalas and you are in Brisbane as part of your trip, look into Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Really exceptional for the little guys, and if you don't have a car you can get there by boat from town which is a cool thing on its own.
becky n
Thornton Cleveleys, UK116 contributions
Staying at Noosa North Shore Campsite - what's the best way to get to Noosa National Park?
We'll have our hired RV.
hikeforcalm2
New South Wales, Australia158 contributions
Unsure where North Shore van park is but you need to drive to Noosa Heads, then turn right onto Hastings St, the street just behind Noosa beach. Follow this road south along the coast about a Km or 2, until you reach a large carpark at the end of the road. You are now at the National Park.
carloszoe
Coulsdon, UK196 contributions
Could you go here is you are in a manual wheelchair? I can do a few stepa but would love to do these walks with my kids
spatsynz
Sydney, Australia59 contributions
I think you can do the first part from Noosa - the national park website should be able to answer more in depth for you
Where do I buy ticket for Noosa national park online? Where do I buy the map for the park
It's all free no tickets free map in kiosk
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Frequently Asked Questions about Noosa National Park
- Noosa National Park is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
- We recommend booking Noosa National Park tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 12 Noosa National Park tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Noosa National Park:
- Noosa Wild Dolphin Safari (From AU$59.57)
- 1/2 Day 5 Hour Offshore Fishing Charter (From AU$173.72)
- 2-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour at Noosa (From AU$70.97)
- Noosa Oceanrider Scenic Dolphin Safari (From AU$61.25)
- Noosa Whale Watching (From AU$69.48)
- Hotels near Noosa National Park:
- (1.86 km) Tingirana Noosa
- (1.55 km) Netanya Noosa
- (1.96 km) Maison Noosa
- (1.92 km) Seahaven Noosa
- (1.73 km) On The Beach Noosa Resort
- Restaurants near Noosa National Park:
- (1.67 km) Betty's Burgers
- (1.53 km) Sails Beach Restaurant
- (1.58 km) Locale
- (1.96 km) La Vida Restaurant
- (1.71 km) Bistro C
- Attractions near Noosa National Park:
- (0.12 km) Tee Tree Bay Beach
- (0.30 km) Dolphin Point Lookout
- (0.50 km) Boiling Pot Lookout
- (1.75 km) Epic Ocean Adventures Noosa
- (2.15 km) Merrick's Noosa Learn to Surf