Located to the North of the township of Caloundra, Dickey Beach is a popular beach with locals and tourist alike. It is the only recreational beach in the world to be named after a ship wreck; (S.S. Dickey). The remains of which can still be explored on the beach today.
Established in 1979, The Eumundi Market is one of the Sunshine Coasts leading tourist attractions; held every Saturday and Wednesday of the year come rain, hail or shine, this otherwise sleepy hinterland town springs to life in the early hours of the morning, transforming into a vibrant mecca for shoppers looking for something different.
The remarkable Glass House Mountains are a series of steep-sided volcanic plugs which dominate the landscape of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Craggy volcanic peaks tower above pine plantations, eucalypt forests and open fields. Walking tracks ranging from easy to challenging, lead to peaks and lookouts offering panoramic views.
Address: Hastings St Noosa Heads QLD
Less than a minutes walk from Noosa Beach, Hastings Street is the Sunshine Coast’s most renowned street. Relax in one of the many restaurants or open air cafes. From sophisticated to casual, Hastings Street will suit all tastes and budgets. The people are friendly and easy going, reflecting a village lifestyle. And if shopping’s your thing, the myriad fashion boutiques have a choice of quality attire that are among Australia's finest.
Lady Elliot Island is nestled amongst the coral gardens at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. The rich eco system offers the ideal environment for some of Queensland’s best diving. With up to 25 meters visability, enjoy diving with graceful manta rays, hundreds of fish species, starfish, coral and sharks. Some fifty thousand sea birds also flock to the island each year, Loggerhead turtles return to nest, and humpback whales pass through the warm waters on their annual migration.
The most visited national park in Queensland. You can swim, surf and hike here all year round. There are miles of kept trails along the coast and through the bush. Stop off at one of the many sandy and secluded beaches or keep walking until you get to Alexandria Bay.
Price: from $60
Address: Avon Ave Bribie Island QLD 4507
Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club has a stunning 18 hole championship course. Designed by Ross Watson, everything has been considered, with the aim of setting players on course for pleasure, and provide golfers with a memorable experience, set in a tranquil setting on Bribie Island. Managed by Troon Golf, the Golf Club’s superior amenities include an aquatic driving range, two practice putting greens, and a chipping and bunker practice area, all adjacent to the clubhouse.
Point Cartwright is but one of the many spectacular surf breaks along the sunshine coast. Drive to the pocket at Kawana and walk down the trail. Or drive to la balsa park and walk to the rock wall. Park up the top of Kawana. When you walk down, you'll see a nice right. This is platforms. Keep walking until you see the rock wall and jump off the rocks.
Price: from $115
Address: 535 Captain Cook Drive Seventeen Seventy QLD 4677
Address: McGregor Rd, Smithfield Cairns QLD 4875
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