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Best trails in Noosa National Park

Best trails in Noosa National Park

4.2(4,265 reviews)

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Australia
#17 of 638 national parks

Noosa National Park is situated along the South East coast of Queensland and highlights some of the most pristine and dramatic beaches and coastline in the region. Originally declared as a national park in 1939, the 3,000ha of Noosa National Park continue to provide a needed sanctuary for the native landscape, flora, and fauna, especially as development increases around the coast. The park includes the especially noteworthy areas of Noosa Heads, Lake Weyba, and Emu Mountain. The characteristic landscape here consists of open woodlands, rainforest, wetlands, heathlands, and dramatic coasts. There is plenty of wildlife to be seen across the varying environments in the park, including black cockatoos, parrots, koala, and red goshawks. In spring find blooming wildflowers like swamp orchids and Christmas bells. The coastal environment lends itself well to picnics and swimming on the many beaches, but visitors can stay occupied with many other activities from hiking and walking to fishing and snorkeling. The scenery and views on Noosa Heads, especially areas like Hell's Gates and Devil's Kitchen, are must sees.

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Trail reviews for Noosa National Park

7,382 trailgoers Busiest in April
May 31, 2025Hiking
Not crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

Awesome quiet trail in the early morning. Started at 6.30am. Diverse natural terrain through Noosa National Park.

Hell’s Gates via Dolphin Point and Tanglewood Track
May 15, 2025Hiking
Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

This trail can start and finish near the entry to Halse Lodge in Noosa Heads. Either direction is a challenging route. Spectacular Noosa National Park trails and Alexandria Bay leading up and over Hells Gates and back to Hastings Street via Little Cove.

Coastal Track: Dolphin Point, Hell's Gates and Devils Kitchen
May 4, 2025Hiking
Not crowdedGreat conditionsGreat views

Absolutely beautiful. Skip the main Noosa National Park walk and do this instead. Peaceful and stunning.

Parking: Entry fee, Free, Small lot
Sunshine Beach, Boiling Point, and Laguna Lookout
Feb 25, 2025
Not crowdedGreat conditionsGreat views

This trail overlooks the beautiful coastal cliffs of Noosa national park

Seaview Terrace to Devil's Kitchen
Jun 8, 2025Hiking
Great views

Great coastal walk and a bit of bush at the end. We went off trail to top of Noosa hill which was great. Swam at Alexandria bay for a bit of a refresh, would highly recommended!

Difficulty: Easy
Coastal Track, Hells Gates, and Tanglewood Track via Sunshine Beach
May 18, 2025Walking
Not crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

Easy walk with beautiful views of the ocean, beaches and forests the entire way. It’s a “must do” for any visit to Noosa, and highly recommend it as a daily exercise routine. Superb .

Parking: Free, Large lot
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Noosa National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Noosa National Park is Hell’s Gate Walk, which has a 4.7 star rating from 866 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 324 ft.

What is the longest trail in Noosa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Noosa National Park is Lake Weyba Bush Trail. This trail is estimated to be 8.7 mi long.

How many trails are in Noosa National Park?

There are 31 trails in Noosa National Park. These trails have an average 4.2-star rating from 4,265 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Noosa National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Noosa National Park has you covered. Sunshine Beach, Boiling Point, and Laguna Lookout boasts the most elevation gain with 889 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Lake Weyba Bush Trail, which will get you 790 ft of elevation gain.

Are there running trails available in Noosa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 12 running trails in Noosa National Park and the most popular is Hell’s Gate Walk with an average 4.7 star rating from 866 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Noosa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Noosa National Park and the most popular is Coastal Pathway: Coolum Connection with an average 3.5 star rating from 47 community reviews.