Kawana Forest Bushland Reserve
Meridan Plains QLD 4551, Australia
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A lovely bushland reserve at Meridan Plains near Kawana on the Sunshine Coast with a 4.2 rating across 10 reviews.
Practical details
Why it's worth checking out
Kawana Forest Bushland Reserve sits at Meridan Plains, near Kawana Waters on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. With 10 reviews behind its 4.2 rating, it's a much-loved natural spot.
The appeal is lovely bushland and nature — a bushland reserve with native bush, walking and lovely surrounds, a genuine favourite for a walk, some fresh air, wildlife and connecting with the outdoors in the handy Kawana area. It's a lovely, free outing.
Bushland reserves and tracks have changing conditions and seasonal considerations, so check current details and any advisories before you go. Bring plenty of water, sun protection, insect repellent and sturdy footwear, and take your time enjoying the natural surrounds.
Spot Score
The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.2 from 10 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.
About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 59
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 32
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 0
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 19 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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