12 Best Walks on the Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast offers plenty of walking options, from coastal paths and lakeside tracks to forest walks and heritage routes. Whether you're after a quick stroll or a longer adventure, here are 12 popular spots worth exploring.
- 1Parks Noosa Heads
1. Noosa Spit Recreation Reserve
Start here for a mix of water views and open parkland walking in Noosa Heads, popular with locals and visitors alike.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.7(1,907)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Walks Buderim2. Eric Joseph Foote War Memorial Sanctuary
Located in Buderim, this sanctuary offers a quieter walking experience with lookout views.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.7(194)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Walks Montville3. Kondalilla Falls
The Montville walk leads to a natural waterfall—a highlight for those wanting to combine bushwalking with a swimming spot.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.8(116)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Parks Kawana Waters4. Currimundi Lake (Kathleen McArthur) Conservation Park
Kawana Waters' lakeside conservation park provides accessible walking tracks around the water with plenty of birdlife to spot.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.6(272)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Parks Kawana Waters5. Maroochy Wetland Sanctuary
Also in Kawana Waters, this sanctuary walk is ideal if you're interested in wetland ecology and native birds.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.4(207)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Walks Buderim6. Buderim-Palmwoods Heritage Tramway Walk
This Buderim walk traces the path of a historic tramway, combining outdoor exercise with local history.
View venue4.5(150)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Walks Noosa Heads7. Noosa Coastal Walk
A scenic coastal option in Noosa Heads offering ocean views and beach access along the way.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open SundaysView venue4.9(128)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Walks Kawana Waters8. Kawana parkrun
Kawana Waters' parkrun is ideal if you prefer a structured, timed group walk or run in a social setting.
Opens early (before 7am)View venue4.8(53)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Parks Caloundra9. Ben Bennett Bushland Park
Caloundra's bushland park delivers a quieter forest walk experience away from busier coastal strips.
View venue4.4(85)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Walks Montville10. Kondalila Rockpool
Near Montville, this walk combines forest tracks with a natural rockpool—great for cooling off after exercise.
View venue4.8(96)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Walks Noosa Heads11. Alexandria Bay Walk
A shorter Noosa Heads option if you want a quick coastal walk with minimal time commitment.
View venue4.9(23)· Google53Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Parks Eumundi12. Eumundi Conservation Park
Eumundi's park offers bushland walking in a quieter inland location, away from the main coastal areas.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(38)· Google53Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noosa Spit Recreation Reserve | 68/100 | 4.7(1,907) | — | Noosa Heads | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Eric Joseph Foote War Memorial Sanctuary | 62/100 | 4.7(194) | — | Buderim | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Kondalilla Falls | 61/100 | 4.8(116) | — | Montville | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Currimundi Lake (Kathleen McArthur) Conservation Park | 61/100 | 4.6(272) | — | Kawana Waters | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Maroochy Wetland Sanctuary | 58/100 | 4.4(207) | — | Kawana Waters | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Buderim-Palmwoods Heritage Tramway Walk | 58/100 | 4.5(150) | — | Buderim | — |
| Noosa Coastal Walk | 57/100 | 4.9(128) | — | Noosa Heads | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Kawana parkrun | 57/100 | 4.8(53) | — | Kawana Waters | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Ben Bennett Bushland Park | 55/100 | 4.4(85) | — | Caloundra | — |
| Kondalila Rockpool | 55/100 | 4.8(96) | — | Montville | — |
| Alexandria Bay Walk | 53/100 | 4.9(23) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| Eumundi Conservation Park | 53/100 | 4.5(38) | — | Eumundi | Opens early (before 7am) |
Frequently asked questions
Which Sunshine Coast walk is best for families with small children?+
Currimundi Lake (Kathleen McArthur) Conservation Park and Noosa Spit Recreation Reserve both offer relatively flat, accessible terrain suitable for families. Alexandria Bay Walk is also short and manageable for younger walkers.
Are there walks suitable for a quick lunch-break stroll?+
Alexandria Bay Walk in Noosa Heads and the Buderim-Palmwoods Heritage Tramway Walk are shorter options. Kawana parkrun offers a timed structure if you prefer a set duration.
Which walks have water features or swimming spots?+
Kondalilla Falls and Kondalila Rockpool near Montville both feature natural water and swimming opportunities. The lakeside walks at Currimundi Lake and Maroochy Wetland Sanctuary offer water views, though not typically for swimming.
What's the difference between the Noosa walks?+
Noosa Spit Recreation Reserve is a mixed parkland area. Noosa Coastal Walk focuses on coastal scenery. Alexandria Bay Walk is a shorter alternative. All three are in Noosa Heads but offer different experiences.
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