Best Lookouts in Sunshine Coast (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 30 of the best lookouts in Sunshine Coast right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
For the best views over Sunshine Coast, head up. These lookouts reward you with sweeping cityscapes, coastline or hills — often at their finest at sunrise or sunset.
30 spots
Glass House Mountains Lookout
Park featuring an observation area, picnic tables & BBQs, a shelter, a walking track & toilets.
Hell's Gates
Popular coastal hike to a scenic cliff with dramatic views plus turtle, whale & dolphin sightings.
Boiling Pot Lookout
Lookouts in Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast.
Dolphin Point Lookout
Lookouts in Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast.
Eric Joseph Foote War Memorial Sanctuary
Lookouts in Buderim, Sunshine Coast.
Gerrards Lookout
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
McCarthy's Lookout
This viewpoint with a roofed shelter is know for its views of the famous Glass House Mountains.
Laguna Lookout
Circular overlook boasting sweeping views of the coast amid picturesque national parkland.
Wappa Falls
Lookouts in Eumundi, Sunshine Coast.
Mapleton Falls lookout
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Dulong Lookout
Lookouts in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Flame Hill Vineyard
$$$Restaurant in a scenic winery, crafting Modern Australian cuisine from locally sourced produce.
HMAS Brisbane Lookout
Lookouts in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Paradise Caves
Lookouts in Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast.
Howells Knob Lookout
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
C. h. Ball Lookout
Lookouts in Eumundi, Sunshine Coast.
Mount Coolum summit
Lookouts in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.
Mount Ninderry Lookout
Lookouts in Marcoola, Sunshine Coast.
Lookouts by suburb
Zoom in on the best lookouts in Sunshine Coast's most popular neighbourhoods.
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What are the best lookouts in Sunshine Coast?+
Our top-rated lookouts in Sunshine Coast are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sunshine Coast lookouts ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter lookouts by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many lookouts are listed in Sunshine Coast?+
We currently feature 30 lookouts across Sunshine Coast and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.