Cooloola Recreational Area in Kin Kin, QLD — photo 1

Cooloola Recreational Area

Kin Kin, QLD
CampsiteTent SiteBeach FishingSwimmingNo PetsToiletsFishing Spot

About this campsite

Located between the coastal towns of Noosa Heads and Rainbow Beach, the Cooloola Recreational Area allows visitors to immerse themselves in nature's splendor. The area offers a wide array of activities, including, but not limited to, walking, driving, camping, picnics, swimming, canoeing, boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. With multiple entry points and camping sites available, it beckons explorers who wish to experience the beauty and tranquility of a natural haven. Whether you're an adventure seeker or a nature lover, Cooloola Recreational Area invites you to partake in memorable experiences amidst its stunning landscapes.

Cooloola lies between the coastal towns of Noosa Heads and Rainbow Beach. Noosa Heads is about 155km (about a 3hr drive) and Rainbow Beach is about 240km (about a 3hr drive) north of Brisbane. Some of the activities that may be enjoyed in the recreation area are: Walking Driving Camping Picnic and day-use Swimming Canoeing Boating Fishing Viewing wildlife

How to Get There

National Parks Info Page

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Beach Fishing
Swimming
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Camping Area

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets
Camping Fee

Other Features

4X4 high clearance vehicles essential
Scenic waterways
Native fauna & fauna
Maximum 21 days
Sweeping beaches
Walking
remote bush & river camp sites
Oceanside
Unknown feature
tall forests
coloured sand cliffs.
High sand dunes
Freshwater lakes
Bird Watching
4wd beach driving
Great surf fishing
wildflower heaths.
Dry Access Only
Photo Opportunity
Paperbark swamps
sandblows.
Canoeing Kayaking
National Park
Park Use Fee

Location

Cooloola Recreational AreaHarrys Hut Road (End of), Kin Kin, QLD, 4565

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
23° / 15°
💧 49%
SUN🌦️
21° / 17°
💧 61%
MON⛈️
21° / 15°
💧 43%
TUE☀️
19° / 12°
WED🌦️
19° / 14°
💧 25%

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Fire Danger
Today
23°·63%·13km/h
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Tomorrow
21°·78%·17km/h
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Mon
21°·70%·14km/h
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Harrys Hut Road (End of)

Kin Kin, QLD 4565

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