Swimming anywhere along the beach is relatively hazardous owing to the persistent strong rips, the deep longshore trough and larger rips further offshore. You should only swim at the four patrolled beaches. Stay between the flags and well clear of the rips.

Where can I swim on the Sunshine Coast?

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Can you swim at Mooloolaba?

If you are not a strong swimmer, you will enjoy Mooloolaba Beachs gentle waters. With numerous flagged areas, and a gentle gradient, the beach offers plenty of shallow water options. The crowds are drawn to Mooloolaba for its picturesque beauty, and a swim in this idyllic setting is not to be missed.

Are Sunshine beaches open?

Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) update - council parks and beaches are open with social distancing required. Visit councils page on COVID-19 for more information. Please note: Our teams are out and about caring for councils 1069 hectares of parklands and reserves across the Sunshine Coast region.

Can you swim at the beach in Noosa?

You can swim in Noosa all year round.

Are there sharks in the Noosa Everglades?

There is absolutely bull sharks in the Noosa river! Especially the upper reaches, but its safe to swim where the water is clear.

Where can I pick oysters in Sunshine Coast?

If you like to pick mussels and oysters, the beach at Roberts Creek Provincial Parks picnic grounds is a good place to visit at low tide. Just check for red-tide warnings and harvesting closures beforehand at the entrance to the park.

Whats better Noosa or Mooloolaba?

Mooloolaba is a great family option for a Sunshine Coast holiday and much more affordable than Noosa. Restaurants are cheaper and youll easily be able to find a decent affordable apartment with ocean views like we did here. If youre after more of a budget option holiday, Mooloolaba is a great place to stay.

Is Mooloolaba better than Maroochydore?

Maroochydore can be a bit more spread out. Good for shopping maybe at the Plaza. Cotton tree in Mdore is ok, but really, Mooloolaba is better for a vacation. In Mooloolaba: Theres a great playground at the beach, right next to the surf club.

Are there flags at Sunshine Beach?

Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) offers the following advice for Sunshine Coast beaches: To stay safe at the beach remember FLAGS! The flags at the beach represent the area patrolled by Lifesavers & Lifeguards. They are the safest places to swim at the beach.

What time do lifeguards start Sunshine Coast?

Patrol hours are from 7.00am to 5.00pm with extended hours to 6.00pm through the busy Christmas period. Lifeguards patrol the beach at all other times.

Are there crocodiles in Noosa?

There are no crocs in the noosa river. However there are bull sharks in the river and the canals and these are pretty active after rain like we have just had. Swim in the sea and between the flags to play safe.

Are there sharks in the Noosa River?

There is absolutely bull sharks in the Noosa river! Especially the upper reaches, but its safe to swim where the water is clear.

Does Noosa have shark nets?

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries currently uses shark nets and drumlines as control measures around Noosa and Peregian Beach. He said shark nets and drumlines had been used as shark control methods in Queensland since the 1960s.

Where can I pick oysters in Sechelt?

Sechelt Peninsula If you like to pick mussels and oysters, the beach at Roberts Creek Provincial Parks picnic grounds is a good place to visit at low tide. Just check for red-tide warnings and harvesting closures beforehand at the entrance to the park.

Do you need a license to pick oysters in BC?

You need a tidal water license for harvesting shellfish. Note that there are limits to the amount, size and species of shellfish you can harvest.

Is it better to stay in Noosa or Sunshine Coast?

There are some fab restaurants, good shopping, lovely beach & a National Park for interesting walks.It will be crowded but Noosa still has heaps of atmosphere. Noosa would certainly be my pick on the Sunshine Coast - with a car you can still do some sightseeing to other towns along the coast.

What is better Noosa or Byron Bay?

I personally love Noosa for its beach and classy shops & restaurants. Byron bay has a beautiful beach with a very hippy atmosphere with plenty of great restaurants too . Byron suits the more younger crowd but still caters for all age groups.

Which is better Noosa or Mooloolaba?

Mooloolaba is a great family option for a Sunshine Coast holiday and much more affordable than Noosa. Restaurants are cheaper and youll easily be able to find a decent affordable apartment with ocean views like we did here. If youre after more of a budget option holiday, Mooloolaba is a great place to stay.

Are there Stingers at Noosa?

Noosa is ok. Its beaches north of Gladstone roughly that are affected. Look up stinger nets swimming enclosure. You dont want to use vinegar on bluebottle stings.

Are there jellyfish in Noosa?

A SPATE of jellyfish stings have been reported across the Sunshine Coast over the past week. A Noosa woman was badly stung by a morbakka jellyfish - a close relative of the irukandji - while swimming in the Noosa River. It was reported that there were loads of jellyfish in the Noosa river at the moment.