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Explore Noosa & Sunshine Coast

Make the most of your triathlon trip. Discover stunning beaches, national parks, local culture, and adventure activities.

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Noosa National Park
Must Visit
nature
2-4 hours Noosa Heads 4.9

Noosa National Park

Stunning coastal walk with potential dolphin and koala sightings. Perfect for recovery runs or exploring.

Recovery walksWildlife spottingPhotography
Noosa Main Beach
Swim Course
beach
Half Day Main Beach 4.8

Noosa Main Beach

The famous swim course location. Practice your ocean swim or simply relax on the pristine sand.

Ocean swim practiceBeach relaxationPeople watching
Hastings Street
shopping
2-3 hours Noosa Heads 4.5

Hastings Street

Boutique shopping and cafe culture. Browse triathlon gear shops and souvenir stores.

ShoppingDiningPeople watching
Eumundi Markets
Wed & Sat Only
culture
Half Day Eumundi (20 min drive) 4.7

Eumundi Markets

Famous Wednesday and Saturday markets. Local crafts, food, and entertainment.

Local cultureUnique giftsFresh produce
Noosa Everglades
adventure
Full Day Noosa River/Cooloola 4.8

Noosa Everglades

Kayak or canoe through pristine waterways. Great cross-training activity before race week.

Active recoveryNature immersionPhotography
Glass House Mountains
adventure
Full Day 1hr Drive South 4.6

Glass House Mountains

Volcanic peaks offering challenging hikes with panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast.

HikingPhotographyPost-race adventure
Noosa Ferry & River Cruise
culture
2-3 hours Noosa River 4.4

Noosa Ferry & River Cruise

Scenic ferry ride along the Noosa River. Stop at riverside restaurants and explore Noosaville.

RelaxationSightseeingFamily activity
Australia Zoo
Family Favorite
culture
Full Day 45 min Drive South 4.7

Australia Zoo

Steve Irwin's famous wildlife park. Meet crocs, koalas, and Aussie wildlife.

FamiliesWildlifeAussie experience
Spa & Wellness Retreats
wellness
1-3 hours Various 4.6

Spa & Wellness Retreats

Relax and recover with a massage or spa treatment. Multiple options in the Noosa area.

RecoveryRelaxationPre-race prep
Sunshine Beach
beach
2-4 hours Sunshine Beach 4.5

Sunshine Beach

More rugged than Main Beach. Popular surf spot with great cafes and a local vibe.

SurfingLocal atmosphereBeach walks