Check park alerts for the latest on access, closures and conditions, following recent severe weather events in Queensland. Rangers are working hard to safely reopen affected parks.
Queensland National Parks Booking System Update
The new Queensland National Parks Booking Service is live for bookings.
Customer account login
If you are making your first booking since 1 July 2024, a new customer account will be created automatically as part of your next booking. Please note your previous login credentials will no longer be valid.
Customers who have made a booking after 1 July 2024, please use your email address to reset your password to access your account.
The Cooloola Great Walk showcases the very best of the recreation area's outstanding natural attractions. Up to 102km long, this extensive walking track system winds through rainforest, tall eucalypt forest, dry coastal woodland and heath plains.
Location
The Cooloola Recreation Area lies between the coastal towns of Tewantin, near Noosa, and Rainbow Beach just south of K'gari (formerly Fraser Island). Tewantin is approximately 155km—about 2 hours drive—north of Brisbane. Rainbow Beach is 240km—about 3 hours drive—north of Brisbane.
Welcome
Traditional Owners have a long and on-going relationship with the area that falls under Queensland’s national parks and forests. In order to acknowledge the important connection with First Nations people, the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) urges visitors to treat the country through which they walk with respect and care.
Park facilities
- No campfires
- Lookout
- No rubbish bins
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
- No vehicle access
- Tent camping
- Hiking
- Swimming prohibited
- Trail bikes prohibited
- Pest control program at Teewah Beach and Freshwater camping areas 28 April to 1 May 2025
- Cooloola Wilderness Trail - No pedestrian access across Kin Kin Creek 14 January 2024 to 14 July 2025
Conditions report
Cooloola conditions report Updated 14 Apr 2025
Critical information for your safety is included in the conditions report—always check it before you visit.