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Where's the Best Place to View the Sunset on the Sunshine Coast?

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The times and travels of Jodie and her little men out and about on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. A focus on family-friendly venues, events, things to do and fun under the sun.
Published April 2nd 2012
Where is the best sunset?
Where is the best sunset?


If a sunrise is a glorious start to the day, then surely a sunset provides a magnificent end. And sure enough, the Sunshine Coast offers up a myriad of venues to enjoy this occasion.

Here are our top four suggestions for watching the sunset on the Sunshine Coast:

Number four: Maleny, Montville and Mapleton
The Sunshine Coast hinterland sits elevated from the coast, providing the area with natural elevation, and plenty of scenic opportunities to take in the sunset. Restaurants such as Key Restaurant provide a perfect vantage point if you feel like something a little special.

Number three: Glasshouse Mountains
The Glasshouse Mountains are a group of rocky volcanic peaks that sit against the Sunshine Coast's western horizon. With eleven peaks on offer, take your pick (or try a different one each day), find a vantage point and watch the silhouette take form as the sun sets behind it.

Number two: Bulcock Beach, Caloundra.
Bulcock Beach itself faces South, meaning if you chose your vantage point and time of day right, you can take in the sunrise to the left, or the sunset to the right. Watching the sunset from Bulcock Beach, you will be able to see the sun set over the Pumicestone Passage.

Number one: Take a sunset cruise.
Whether you wish to cruise the Pumicestone Passage with Caloundra Cruises or glide along Mooloolaba's canals with Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba, taking the sunset views from onboard a specialised vessel is the ultimate (affordable) luxury. Cruises start from $15 and are a unique way to experience this natural attraction.
Image courtesy of Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba
Image courtesy of Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba


We've shortlisted our favourites, but want to hear yours too - "Where is the best place to view the sunrise on the Sunshine Coast?".
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I like Bribie Island, Banksia Beach on the Passage as the sun sets over the Glasshouse Mountains.
by Di Hill (score: 2|716) 1467 days ago
Noosa River at Noosaville
by kaybr (score: 0|2) 4083 days ago
Woody Point is one of the few (if only) places to view sunset over water in South East Queensland. It has a fabulous jetty, picnic grounds and play equipment as well as several places to eat out including the excellent Masala Indian Restaurant and the iconic Belvedere Hotel.
by Pippa van Wijk (score: 1|21) 4082 days ago
Point Cartwright. I love the sun setting over Mooloolaba and surrounds. :-)
by Lindee.j (score: 1|21) 3906 days ago
This was taken in July 2012 from Point Cartwright...awesome...
by Lindee.j (score: 1|21) 3906 days ago
Looks beautiful at Point Cartwright.
by Where I Holiday (score: 2|338) 3854 days ago
Try top of Mt Coolum, when full moon.
Extensive views, sunset over the range, and moonrise over the ocean.
Take wine, cheese, etc.
by Rob (score: 0|8) 3760 days ago
On the stunning Noosa River aboard Noosa River and Canal Cruises - Both beautiful and relaxing.
by info (score: 0|2) 3564 days ago
Currimundi lake ....Currimundi "Sunshine Coast"...
by evetta (score: 0|2) 2842 days ago

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