No trip to Noosa would be complete without a visit to the national park, and many guided tours of the area include a stop here. The most popular section of the park is right on Noosa Headland, accessible by simply following the boardwalk that runs along Noosa Main Beach.
A paved walking trail hugs the coast and runs in the direction of Hell's Gate, where it's possible to spot turtles and humpback whales from the panoramic viewpoint. The network of trails continues all the way down to Sunshine Beach.
Noosa National Park is 99 miles (160 kilometers) north of Brisbane on Australia’s Sunshine Coast. It’s possible to bike or walk from Noosa, or you can catch a shuttle bus to the Park Road or Sunshine Beach park entrances from the Noosa Heads or Ed Webb Park bus stops, respectively.
For plentiful sunshine with minimal chance of rain, plan to visit between September and November. The best time of year to spot humpback whales while hiking the coastal trails is usually between June and November.
The most popular trail within the national park is the 7-mile (11-kilometer) Coastal Walk circuit. This trail hugs the coast from the main park entrance to Sunshine Beach, offering spectacular scenery along the way. Popular stops along the trail include the rocky overlook at Boiling Pot, surfer beach at Tea Tree Bay, and Hell’s Gate, known for incredible coastal views.
