3 Best Hiking Trails in Sunshine Coast

“Noosa National Park offers an iconic landscape that showcases some of the most picturesque scenery. The National park popular in the country that attracts over 1 million visitors per yaer. Noosa National Park is a haven for wildlife that boasts a higher concentration of mammal species and koalas. Noosa National Park features five well-maintained walking trails, the longest spanning 8 kilometres, making it the most traversed trail in Queensland. In addition to hiking, visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, including snorkelling, fishing, surfing and rock climbing. An ocean, extends from the Noosa River mouth along Hastings Street town centre, weaving around the Noosa National Park headlands and beaches to Sunshine Beach. The National reserve ensures a habitat for endangered species, such as the red goshawk, adding to its ecological significance and appeal.”

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“Mount Coolum National Park stands out for its remarkable botanical diversity, and boasts an impressive array of over 700 different plant species. Mount Coolum with an elevation that rises from the coastal plain to a height of 208 meters. The park offers 360-degree of breathtaking views of the hinterland and coast. This is an ideal destination for hiking enthusiasts, also provides both scenic trails and an opportunity to enjoy the stunning views. The park encompasses flat lowlands, preserving diverse ecosystems such as wallum, paperbark wetlands, open eucalypt forests, and rainforest remnants. Throughout the journey, there are numerous stopping points, offering the perfect opportunity to take a rest and appreciate the natural beauty and peaceful environment that surrounds you.”

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“Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve encompasses 55 hectares of subtropical rainforest that overlooks the Glasshouse Mountains. The Reserve is a haven for a wide range of animals and birds that includes 391 plant species, 141 bird species, 68 species of amphibians, mammals and reptiles. The Reserve ensures a relaxing walk on the tracks of rainforests, and ensures visitors an elegant view while making a walk through the rainforest. Mary Cairncross provides wonderful scenery and a peaceful environment with adorable views. The Reserve also ensures various amenities for the comfort of visitors including a wide picnic area, restrooms, plenty of parking area and barbeque facilities.”

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