Mount Coolum National Park Park

Website: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/mount-coolum

Mount Coolum National Park protects the volcanic dome of Mount Coolum on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The dome rises to roughly 207 metres and is a locally prominent landscape feature.

A steep walking track ascends to the summit, where visitors can obtain wide views across the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay on clear days. The park preserves remnant vegetation on and around the dome and is a popular short-hike destination for locals and visitors.

The rock feature is a volcanic plug formed in ancient volcanic activity and the park’s management focuses on protecting native plant communities and preventing erosion.

The park sits immediately inland from Coolum Beach and is directly accessible from the coastal corridor on the Sunshine Coast.

• Summit walk: A steep, relatively short trail leads to extensive coastal and hinterland views from the summit; the climb is popular with day visitors and hikers.

What to See#

• Mount Coolum summit: A volcanic dome that rises to about 207 metres above sea level and forms the park’s central feature, with a short but steep walking track to the summit.

Mount Coolum is on the Sunshine Coast, near the town of Coolum Beach. It is about a 10-15 minute drive from the Bruce Highway; local buses serve Coolum Beach and there is parking near the park entrance. The park is managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.

• Arrive early to avoid the mid-morning and afternoon crowds - the trail is short and popular with locals and tourists.
• The track is steep and exposed; a hat and sun protection are recommended even for short climbs.
• If planning to continue to nearby beaches or national parks, combine Mount Coolum with a Sunshine Coast itinerary for best use of time.