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NATURAL WONDERS
1 The ancient waterways of the Noosa Everglades
Discover the upper reaches of the Noosa River as it extends into the Noosa Everglades. Known as the River of Mirrors because of the amazing reflections in the water, the Noosa Everglades is a 60km stretch of pristine waters, magnificent flora and fauna and narrow waterways. One of only two everglade systems in the world, the Everglades stretch across two UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, the Noosa and Great Sandy, and are safe to swim in.
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WHY WE LOVE IT
With one of Australia’s most diverse ecosystems, it’s a photographer’s dream, a bird watcher’s paradise and a nature lover’s dream escape. GETTING THERE
Although it’s one of Noosa’s hidden spots, it’s easy to get to. Kayak tours leave from Boreen Point (about 25 minutes’ drive from Noosa Heads); and boat tours leave from Elanda Point. If on your own boat, head into the upper reaches of the Noosa River and through the lakes system.
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WHY WE LOVE IT
The pristine landscape surrounded by beach, lakes and national parks is just beautiful. GETTING THERE
Take the car ferry to the North Shore but don’t forget to contact Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service for four wheel drive vehicle access and camping permits before you head over.
Hire a bike & explore Noosa The best selection in Noosa: Quality Trek MTBs, family bikes, hybrids, kids bikes, road bikes & ebikes.
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Noosa North Shore
A 5-minute journey across the Noosa River via the car ferry at Tewantin takes you to Noosa North Shore – more than 80km of unspoilt open beaches, golden sands and forest wilderness along the Great Beach Drive. It’s popular for camping, fishing, beach horse-riding, surfing, four wheel driving and more (permits required for most camping and driving – read more at visitnoosa.com.au).
Discover ancient sand dunes, sparkling blue ocean, white sandy beaches and native wildlife including kangaroos and birds. Guided and tag-along four wheel drive tours are available from Noosa.
HIDDEN GEM
Travel through the Great Sandy National Park to Rainbow Beach, Double Island Point and on to the Fraser Island vehicular ferry.
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Cooloola Great Walk
Pack your hiking boots for the Cooloola Great Walk, a unique multi-day trek between Noosa and Rainbow Beach. Travel through subtropical rainforests, pristine beaches, secluded swimming spots and to the top of giant sand dunes, with stunning coastal and hinterland views.
WHY WE LOVE IT
The Cooloola Great Walk is 88km of stunning ocean, forests and national park scenery.
TIP Keep a watch out for migrating whales from July – October.
ABSEILING & ROCK CLIMBING ADVENTURES
Challenge yourself! Enjoy spectacular sunset views and incredible 40-50 metre cliffs.
Noosa National Park
The Noosa National Park headland is one of Australia’s most popular parks, with a vast network of tracks ready to be explored. Accessible and beautiful, its coastal and rainforest paths are well-worn by hikers, runners, surfers and nature enthusiasts. Remember to keep left on the tracks.
WHY WE LOVE IT
With a choice of tracks to explore, you’ll feel immersed in nature.
Noosa Trail Network
Eight scenic hinterland trails make up the Noosa Trail Network, just half an hour from Noosa’s beaches, traversing the country towns of Cooroy, Pomona, Cooran and Kin Kin through farmlands, forests and spectacular mountain lookouts. The trails are suitable for walking, hiking, horse-riding or mountain biking.
WHY WE LOVE IT
The Wooroi Trails
Just 10km west of Noosa Heads is a little slice of natural paradise – a hidden gem! The Wooroi Trails in the Tewantin National Park have over 25km of fast-flowing, single-track mountain bike trails through a stunning bush and rainforest canopy.
WHY WE LOVE IT
This is the perfect outdoor gym and so close to Noosa!
Tewantin National Park
The Tewantin National Park encompasses Mt Tinbeerwah and the Wooroi Trails. The park is home to protected areas of rainforest, open eucalypt forest and remnants of wallum heath that provide refuge for native wildlife including echidnas and koalas.
WHY WE LOVE IT
Birdwatchers will hear the calls of countless species including the characteristic eastern whipbird and vulnerable glossy black cockatoo.
The Natural Side of Noosa
Fringed by native bushland, unspoilt beaches and pristine waterways. Noosa’s North Shore hidden treasure.
