Alexandria Bay

Alexandria Bay sits within the beautiful Noosa National Park, on the headland beyond Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast. A much-loved, secluded beach, it's a genuine natural treasure — a gorgeous, wild stretch of golden sand and clear water reached by a lovely walk through the national park, the kind of unspoilt, away-from-it-all beach that rewards those who make the journey.

The appeal is that combination of a stunning, secluded beach and the beautiful walk to reach it: the scenic trail through Noosa National Park, the wild natural setting and the gorgeous sand and surf make it a wonderful spot for a swim, a relax or a proper escape from the crowds. Note that 'Alex Bay' is also known as a clothing-optional beach, so visitors should be aware of that.

With a 4.8 rating from more than 200 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. It's reached on foot through the national park (there's no road access), and as a wild, unpatrolled surf beach the conditions, currents and surf can be strong, so it's important to take water, sun protection and sturdy footwear for the walk, check conditions, and take care swimming — then enjoy the natural beauty of Alexandria Bay.