Mount Coolum Walking Trail
Crown, 39, Jarnahill Dr, Mount Coolum QLD 4573, Australia
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The rewarding summit walk up the iconic Mount Coolum, rated 4.8 across more than 400 reviews.
Practical details
Why it's worth checking out
The Mount Coolum Walking Trail climbs the striking, dome-shaped Mount Coolum that rises dramatically from the Sunshine Coast plain near Coolum Beach. A relatively short but steep walk, the trail leads up the distinctive peak to a summit that rewards the effort with spectacular 360-degree panoramas over the coast, the hinterland and the ocean.
The appeal is that big payoff for a manageable effort: a rewarding bushwalk to the top of an iconic landmark, taking in sweeping views and the mountain's distinctive heath and woodland along the way. It's a popular, accessible outing for walkers and nature lovers, easily combined with a day at the nearby Coolum beaches.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 400 reviews, it's a firmly established favourite. The track is free, but it's steep and can be hot and exposed, and conditions vary with the weather, so it's worth checking current national park information before you set off — and taking water, sun protection and decent footwear, and allowing time to enjoy the panorama at the top.
Spot Score
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About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 90
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 79
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 30
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 19 June 2026.
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