Marcus Beach to Castaways Beach Trail

Highlights

The trail begins at Tasman Tresser Park where there is a dedicated car park and direct beach access. The start begins along the sandy dunes of Marcus Beach before edging into the bushland and joining the coastal pathway. Once underway the track crosses several timber bridges over creeks and passes a number of secluded beach access points, a perfect selection for those who have packed swimmers! For those looking to bring scooters or bikes for the kids, the beach section can be substituted for the roadside running parallel. The path incorporates a healthy sand dune system and a protected swale including rainforest plants such as Port Jackson Fig and Cheese Trees. The ground cover includes a number of plants including a Coastal Wattle and Twining Guinea Flower. The turnaround point is Castaways Beach at access path 41. 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 and toilet facilities.

The trail is approximately 45 minutes’ walk one way.

About this place

Suitable for walking

Walking track grade: Grade 2; A formed track with gentle hills and the occasional step. Clearly signposted, and no walking experience needed.

Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)

Managed by

Noosa Council

To report damage, a hazard or another problem with the trail:

07 5329 6500

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.