Gerrards Lookout

Gerrards Lookout sits on the Maleny–Montville Road near Maleny, in the lovely Sunshine Coast hinterland. A much-loved lookout, it offers spectacular views — a scenic vantage point over the hinterland, the valleys and, on a clear day, out towards the coast and the Glass House Mountains, the kind of breathtaking outlook that rewards the drive up into the hills.

The appeal is that combination of an accessible lookout and genuinely spectacular hinterland-and-coastal views: the sweeping panorama over the valleys, the ranges and the distant coast makes it a wonderful spot for a stop, a photo or simply soaking up the scenery. It's a natural highlight of a drive through the beautiful Maleny–Montville hinterland, with the charming villages close by.

With a 4.7 rating from more than 1,400 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. The lookout is free and open, but conditions and the weather (mist can roll in) vary, and it pays to be mindful near the edges and take sun protection, so it's worth checking conditions before you go — though for a scenic stop and those spectacular views, you can generally just head to Gerrards Lookout near Maleny.