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
Gheerulla Falls
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Lows Lookout
Lookouts in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.
The Cod Hole
Lookouts in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Shelly's beach
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Mcilwraith St Viewpoint
Lookouts in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast.
Obi Obi Gorge Lookout
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Baxter Falls
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Maroochy Waters Canal Viewpoint
Lookouts in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Wurtulla Beach Lookout
Lookouts in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast.
Second Bay Lookout
Tourist Attractions in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.
Stan Price Lookout
Lookouts in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast.
Peregrine Lookout
Lookouts in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
Lookouts by suburb
Zoom in on the best lookouts in Sunshine Coast's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →Lookouts in Sunshine Coast — FAQs
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.