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Oceania Australia Sunshine Coast Do & See Glass House Mountains National Park

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Glass House Mountains National Park

The guide was updated: 2024-07-04

The Glass House Mountains are eleven isolated pinnacles sticking up from a flat plain in the hinterland. The tallest is Mount Beerwah at 556 metres. It is highly recommendable to climb one of them to look at the fantastic view.

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Address: Glass House Mountains National Park QLD
Website: parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/glass-house-mountains
Phone: +61 137468

Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.

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Glass House Mountains National Park

Glass House Mountains National Park

The Glass House Mountains are eleven isolated pinnacles sticking up from a flat plain in the hinterland. The tallest is Mount Beerwah at 556 metres. It is highly recommendable to climb one of them to look at the fantastic view.

Noosa National Park

Noosa National Park

This is an excellent national park that covers 4,000 hectares of land, and is easily accessible from the centre of Noosa Heads. The park has great beaches, as well as wildlife, including the ever-lovable koala.

Sea Life Sunshine Coast

Sea Life Sunshine Coast

At Queensland’s biggest oceanarium and aquarium you can swim with sharks, kiss a seal and watch amazing sea animals. Discover thousands of different marine and freshwater animals at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast.

Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World

Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World

Nicknamed 'The Jewel of Maleny', these beautiful gardens are surrounded by rainforest and views over the Glass Mountains. They are situated over eight acres of land, and serve as home to over 1,000 different plants and 4 kilometres of walking trails.

Big Kart Track

Big Kart Track

For a proper adrenaline kick, race at Australia’s largest go-kart track. This track will make your adrenaline rush with straights, bends and chicanes, prefect for both firs-timers and more experienced drivers.

Aussie World

Aussie World

This family fun-park is also home to the famous Ettamogah Pub and to heaps of aboriginal artifacts. Favourite rides include the water ride Plunge, the water play area Leak’n Logs, the thrill ride Redback and the Giant Slide.

Noosa River Fishing & Crab Adventures

Noosa River Fishing & Crab Adventures

Go fishing in one of Queensland’s most pristine fishing areas, with over 40km of the Noosa River. Admire the rare native bird life and you’ll even get to pull up a few crab pots. Enjoy a lunch of legendary Queensland Mud or Blue Swimmer Crab, freshly caught and cooked on board.

Amaze World

Amaze World

You’re in for a challenge at Amaze World. Make your way through this hedge maze, full of brain-teasing puzzles, mini tile mazes, and a huge walk-through aviary. Take the family to “get lost” in this living hedge maze with two metre high rows of fragrant cypress pine hedges.

Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo

This zoo was made world famous by The Crocodile Hunter himself — Steve Irwin. Although best known for its crocodiles and crocodile feedings, the zoo also features wildlife from all around Australia and the world over, including koalas, tigers, and even the possibility of hand-feeding a kangaroo.

Point Cartwright Lighthouse

Point Cartwright Lighthouse

Point Cartwright Lighthouse offers stunning views of Mooloolaba, Mooloolah River, Mount Coolum and Kawana Beach. Popular for its surf break, the area features grassy slopes perfect for picnics. Spot whales, turtles and ships entering the Port of Brisbane.

The Big Pineapple

The Big Pineapple

The wonderfully ridiculous Big Pineapple in Woombye is a 16-metre fibreglass pineapple and a heritage-listed attraction. Enjoy the quirky souvenir store, a popular zoo, and the TreeTop Challenge high ropes course. Entry is free; the cute choo-choo train rides are $10.

Mount Coolum National Park

Mount Coolum National Park

Mount Coolum National Park offers a hike up its impressive 208-metre peak. The hike is a breeze, taking you through a well-built path in just 30 minutes. Enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of the coast and hinterland. The park also protects rare plant communities and diverse wildlife habitats.

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