What is Noosa known for?
Noosa is a stylish coastal town on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, known for Noosa National Park, its sheltered beaches, point break surfing and Hastings Street restaurants.
Noosa National Park covers a headland of rainforest, coastal cliffs and bays. The coastal walk passes spots such as Tea Tree Bay and Hell's Gates, and wild koalas are often seen in the trees.
The area's surf breaks, including First Point and Tea Tree, are famous for long, gentle waves suited to longboarding. Noosa Main Beach faces north, making it unusually calm.
Protected region
The Noosa region was named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2007 for its efforts to balance development with conservation. Building heights are kept low.
The Noosa Everglades, a quiet river system to the north, is popular for kayaking and boat tours. Noosa also hosts a well-known food and wine festival.
Noosa sits about two hours' drive north of Brisbane, and the Sunshine Coast Airport at Marcoola is around half an hour away.
Did You Know?
Kayakers in the Noosa Everglades often see mirror-like reflections on the calm, tannin-stained water.