GReat noosa trail walk
The Itinerary
Discover the beauty, history and community of the Noosa hinterland over three unforgettable days. Each day brings new landscapes, local hospitality and opportunities to slow down, connect with others and breathe deeply.
Day 1 | approx. 23km
Cooroy to Kin Kin
Today’s theme: Find your rhythm.
Start
📍 Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, Maple Street
🕖 Registration from 6.45am – drop your camping gear here if you’re walking all three days.
🚌 Shuttle buses take you from Cooroy to Lake Macdonald (approx. 5 mins). The last bus leaves at 9am.
Trail Highlights
Gentle forest paths leading to the Pop-Up Tea House and checkpoint at Simpsons Road (approx. 14km).
This is the bail-out point if you need to finish early — buses depart at set times.
Continue on to Kin Kin Oval for the full 23km experience.
🚰 Two water stops along the trail
Finish
Arrive at Kin Kin Oval mid-afternoon.
Set up camp if staying overnight or await return shuttle to Cooroy (from approx. 3pm).
Meals
☕ Coffee is available nearby in Cooroy cafés before departure.
🍪 Morning tea provided on route
🥪 BYO breakfast and lunch
🍽️ Dinner is available for purchase from Kin Kin or BYO.
Day 2 | approx. 23km
Kin Kin to Cooran
Today’s theme: Climb, connect and celebrate progress.
Start
☀️ Pack your gear for transfer and depart Kin Kin Oval around 8am.
Trail Highlights
Scenic ridgelines with expansive views across the hinterland.
Stop at James McKane Lookout (approx. 18km) – water, fruit and a moment to breathe in the panorama.
This is also the bail-out point for the shuttle bus to Cooran (buses depart at set times).
Finish
Arrive at Cooran Cutters Football Ground and set up camp, or take the return shuttle to Kin Kin or Cooroy (3–5pm).
Meals
🍳 Breakfast, fruit and lunch included.
🍽️ Dinner is available for purchase in Cooran or BYO.
Day 3 | approx. 10km
Cooran to Pamona
Today’s theme: Reflect and rejoice.
Start
☀️ Pack your gear for transfer and depart Cooran Cutters around 8.45am to 9am.
Trail Highlights
A gentle 10km walk through forest and farmland leading to Pomona.
Check in at Stan Topper Park, then stroll to Pomona Distilling Co for the finish celebrations.
Finish Celebration
🎉 Enjoy a well-earned lunch or drink with fellow walkers (at your own expense) as you reflect on the journey and the friendships made.
Meals
🍳 Breakfast included.
Luggage Collection & Shuttle
🎒 Collect luggage by 1pm at the Pomona Old Railway Station Art Gallery, 10 Station Street – also the pickup point for the final shuttle bus to Cooroy (last bus departs 1pm).
Walk with purpose
The Great Noosa Trail Walk isn’t just a hike — it’s a journey of connection.
Explore the diverse Noosa Hinterland landscapes.
Connect with fellow walkers and welcoming local communities.
Breathe in the calm that only time on the trail can bring.
