Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Noosa Heads

Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Noosa Heads

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Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Noosa Heads

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52.9km

400m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.63 km for 82 m

After 4.81 km for 178 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.70 km

Nancy Cato Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This riverside park is named after famous Noosa author and conservationist Nancy Cato, who published over 20 books ranging from poetry to biographies, short stories and novels.

The park has …

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2.67 km

The Sound Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This small park has more to offer than its size might suggests. There's a playround, plenty of seating and shade, views over the water, and it's right next to a number of great restaurants.

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6.16 km

Noosa Waters

Highlight • Bridge

This pedestrian bridge crosses over Noosa Waters right before it reaches the Noosa River. On the west side of the bridge sits Chaplin Park, and on the east side of …

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43.1 km

Winding Road in Tewantin National Park

Highlight • Trail

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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43.5 km

Winding Road in Tewantin National Park

Highlight • Trail

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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43.5 km

Gyndier Drive (Noosa Hill Climb)

Highlight • Climb

Gyndier Drive is sometimes known as Garmin Hill as it used to be sponsored by Garmin as part of the popular Noosa Triathlon.

This is a paved climb that is …

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50.3 km

The Big Pelican

Highlight • Monument

The Big Pelican, also known as "Old Mate," has stood tall since the 90s. It was built by the Pelican Boat Hire, looks happy, and is beloved by tourists. The …

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50.8 km

Ely Park

Highlight • River

Ely Park is a long, thin beachside park with grassy areas and shade from trees. There is a small sandy shore where it's easy to wade into the water, jetties, …

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52.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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