Photo of Cooloola Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Cooloola Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Cooloola Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Cooloola Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Cooloola Beach located in natural area

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Photo of Cooloola Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

6.9

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Cooloola Beach

Rainbow Beach, Australia

#167 out of 187 in Queensland

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Cooloola Cove • 16.7 km

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National Park Great Sandy National Park

9.2km

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About

Cooloola Beach is located on the Coral Sea and it is in the 2th place out of 2 beaches in the Gympie Regional region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Cooloola Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Cooloola Beach (Gympie Regional) is located outside the Cooloola Cove settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Cooloola Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

5.6 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Cooloola Cove • 16.7 km

Map of beach

National Park Great Sandy National Park

9.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

What to do in Cooloola Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Cooloola Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Localities

Nearest

Cooloola Cove • 16.7km

Transport

Airport

TWN • 38.2km

Bus Station

Investigator Ave at Queen Elizabeth Dr • 16.1km

Train Station

Cooran station • 43.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Cooloola Beach?

The Cooloola Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Cooloola Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cooloola Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Cooloola Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Cooloola Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Cooloola Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Cooloola Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Cooloola Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Cooloola Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Cooloola Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Cooloola Beach?

Cooloola Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers (caravans / tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Cooloola Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cooloola Beach.

How far is the Cooloola Beach from parking?

The Cooloola Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Cooloola Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Cooloola Beach is December. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is June with air temperature 21°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Cooloola Beach (Gympie Regional) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Cooloola Beach (Gympie Regional) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.