Best trails in Mooloolah River National Park
Want to find the best trails in Mooloolah River National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 7 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 4 easy hiking trails in Mooloolah River National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 68 to 862 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Mooloolah River National Park.
Top trails
- (101)•Easy•4.4 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrA route that links together 4 of the trails in the park. It uses wide dirt and sand walking tracks and fire management trails that run through a variety of flora like coastal lowland habitat—rainforest, open eucalypt woodlands, melaleuca forests, wallum banksia woodlands, scribbly gum open forests, wallum heath and sedgelands. The drier winter months are the best time to visit as it can be muddy during rainy periods. Early morning or late afternoon is the best time to have a chance of...
- (20)•Moderate•4.8 mi•Est. 2–2.5 hrThis loop is a great little adventure through the bush, popular with local mountain bikers and walkers. The trail takes you on a mix of tracks, including a climb up a ridge that will get the heart pumping. It's a top way to spend a couple of hours, weaving through the gums and enjoying the peaceful sounds of the Aussie bush on the Sunshine Coast.
- (19)•Moderate•3.5 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrThis route follows narrow winding dirt tracks that snake through Mooloolah River National Park. The scenery on this trail is beautiful with tall eucalypt forest and an abundance of wildlife. This route is best suited for mountain bikes but can be done on foot. Be prepared for a bit of mud along the path, especially after heavy rain. Waterproof shoes will come in handy for this one!
- (21)•Easy•1.7 mi•Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is a great track to take the kids on! It's nice and flat and has lots of interesting scenery including a rainforest and a billabong. The path starts near Mooloolah Cemetery off Steve Irwin Way where there is a small carpark. It then follows a dirt track as it winds through Mooloolah River National Park. The path can get muddy after heavy rain so be sure to wear decent shoes.
- (5)•Moderate•3.8 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrA route that is great for a short ride through bushland close to Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast. The trailhead is off to the side of Steve Irwin Way. This is a mix of wide gravel fire trails and some narrower dirt tracks. It avoids the more hilly and difficult tracks in the park that are not MTB friendly.
- (5)•Easy•2.8 mi•Est. 1–1.5 hrAn enjoyable trail through the Mooloolah River National Park, located between Landsborough and Caloundra in the Sunshine Coast Region of south east Queensland. There is a small roadside parking area on Old Caloundra Road. This one can be a little tricky to navigate in some sections so it's a good idea to download the map before heading out.
- (10)•Easy•0.6 mi•Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is a short shady loop through The Jowarra section of Mooloolah River National Park. This is a walk through a small section of coastal rainforest, there are not many left. The trail is next to the crystal clear river which it crosses at one point over an old bridge. This area is home to a variety of birdlife so is popular for birdwatching.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail in Mooloolah River National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mooloolah River National Park is Mooloolah Cemetery, Gully Link, and Ridge Track 115. This trail is estimated to be 4.8 mi long.
Are there running trails available in Mooloolah River National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Mooloolah River National Park and the most popular is Mooloolah River National Park Walk with an average 3.9 star rating from 101 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Mooloolah River National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Mooloolah River National Park and the most popular is Mooloolah River National Park Walk with an average 3.9 star rating from 101 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mooloolah River National Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a scenic mountain peak view in Mooloolah River National Park: Centre and Ridge Tracks.
