Castaways Beach to Sunrise Beach Trail
A winding coastal pathway including beautiful beach vistas and lookout positions.
Suitability
This walk is suitable for families and all ages. The track is a formed pathway.
Highlights
The trail begins at Castaways Beach, access path 41. There is a car park located at this point in addition to tables and toilet facilities.
The track runs parallel to the beach with a number of dedicated, secluded beach access points available for those looking to test the water or take advantage of the beautiful 180 degree coastal view. As the path rises there are several vantage points to view the coastline or maybe even a kite surfer or two. Those walking between July and October may even spot some Humpback Whales on their annual migration north.
The turnaround point is Sunrise Beach. There is also a car park located at this point for those waiting on a pick up or the trail can be flipped to utilise this as the starting point. This space also features picnic tables, some with a magnificent view of the beach.
The trail is approximately 40 minutes’ walk one way.
Afterwards
Return via the way you came, cool off with a swim at one of the beach access points or grab a coffee and snack from the local cafes to enjoy along the way.
How to get there
To Start: Via David Low Way, park at Castaways Beach car park
To End: The end point is the start point
About this place
- Suitable for walking
- Suitable for mountain biking
- Drinking water available
- Picnic table on site
- Toilets on site
- Walking track grade
- Grade 1
- Flat and well formed with no steps, and no longer than 5km. Signposted the whole way, and suitable for a wheelchair with someone to help.
Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)
- Managed by
- Noosa Council
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Safety
In an emergency, call 000. Always adventure safely!
- Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
- Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: Bureau of Meteorology — Queensland(opens in a new tab)
- Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
- Always bring more water than you think you will need.
- Be Sun Safe!
- Always let someone know where you are going that isn't going with you.
- Just getting started try this site for good useful information: Trail Hiking Australia — hike safety(opens in a new tab)
- Sunshine Coast Council does its best to keep this information current, but things change, so be aware that a trail may not be as listed here.
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Printed from Adventure Sunshine Coast · https://adventure.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/trails/64162/castaways-beach-to-sunrise-beach-trail
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