Sunshine Coast Council

A bush and coastline walk to one of the Sunshine Coast’s most spectacular headlands, part of the Sunshine Coast Coastal Pathway.

SUITABILITY
A spectacular scenic experience in all weather and for walkers of all abilities - the pathway to Point Arkwright is relatively easy.

HOW TO GET THERE
To the starting point: Start in the carpark near the bus stop approximately 1.2 km south of the Coolum Beach Surf Club. The pathway leads south from the carpark. Take this coastal path that winds its way above the beaches to Point Arkwright, rather than walk alongside the main road as this is often busy. Closer to Point Arkwright the path runs parallel to Jubilee Esplanade.

If you want a longer coastal walk, start at the Coolum Surf Club , which is at Coolum on David Low Way and the T junction of Beach Road. Mostly there are street parks available. From Coolum, follow the boardwalk to Point Perry which is part of a park, known as as Wilkinson Park. Walk down the driveway in the park and join the footpath next to the main road, stay on this path for a short while till you get to a bush track at the bus stop car park.

To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point.

HIGHLIGHTS
This trail takes you through bushland and also gives you views over secluded bays popular with experienced surfers and a quieter stretch of the scenic coastline.
At Point Arkwright there is another car park, public toilets, picnic shelter and expansive views up the Coast to the Noosa Headland and down the coast to Moreton Island.

Point Arkwright, like Point Perry, is a great place to view migrating whales heading south during Spring. There could even be even dolphin and turtle sightings if you’re in luck.
On your return you may want to duck down to the hidden Arkwright beach below the carpark. Be careful, and remember don’t swim outside the flags!

AFTERWARDS
Return to your starting point or go on to Coolum Beach where you can enjoy an ice cream, coffee or drink at the Coolum Beach shops, or pop into the Surf Life Saving Club where visitors are welcome.

Alternatively for longer walk options you can continue walking south along the beach to Yaroomba. Perhaps turning around when you reach the Life Guard Tower.