Noosa National Park: Peregian Section

Highlights

This short and simple single track east of Emu Mountain crosses over a small wetland and boardwalk complete with rushes and swamp birds, before winding through sedges and coastal heath and sand dunes to the most isolated section of Peregian Beach.

You are likely to see Brahminy kites soaring overhead and hear Wallum froglets croaking in the wetlands. Wildflowers bloom July through to September.

Some sections of track get swampy, even weeks after rain. Forget about closed in shoes, go for thongs or crocs, or enjoy walking barefoot on the beach.

Allow an hour if you want to enjoy time on the beach. A bonus are the views back to Emu mountain.

Be sure to take some mosquito repellent and plenty of water if you plan on walking the beach.

Afterwards

If you are feeling energetic you can start or end your walk at either Peregian Beach or Coolum Beach. Take the shared pathway from either direction along David Low Way, turn into this beach access path and walk the beach back to your starting destination.

The beach access path is roughly halfway between Peregian and Coolum, approximately 3 km from each. This is a great way to do a 6 km circuit.

How to get there

To the starting point: About 3 km north of Coolum on the Right Hand side is this little unnamed road tucked in the bushland opposite the Noosa National Park, Emu Mountain section.

Travelling from Peregian in the North it’s about 500 metres south of Havana Road on the coast side. There’s a small green national parks sign and small area to pull off if you are driving. The walk starts from here.

To the end point: The end point is the same as your starting point. As per the route mapped it’s a there and back, however you can make this a longer circuit route. (See Afterwards section).

About this place

Suitable for walking
Dogs prohibited
Picnic table on site

Walking track grade: Grade 3; A formed track with some obstacles, up to 20km. Expect short steep sections and plenty of steps. Some walking experience helps.

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

Managed by

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

Noosa National Park

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

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Safety

Hazards on this trail

Inundated sections even days after rain

Check park alerts before you go

Noosa National Park is managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. Check their park alerts for closures and track conditions. Park alerts in the Sunshine Coast region(opens in a new tab)

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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Antoine7 years ago

The Persian section is a nice and secret 30 Mon walk between David low way and the ocean. The website describes very well how to access it. The parking is small, about 5cars. No picnic table. There are plenty of birds in the surrounding bushes singing a gentle melody. The boardwalk is covered by the paper bark tree making it beautiful. Finally you reach the beach with splendid views of Noosa and maroochydore