Queensland, East Coast of Australia, Australia

Maroochydore Beach

Maroochydore Beach is a stunning and expansive beach known for its calming views and family-friendly atmosphere. The beach is spacious, providing plenty of room for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The natural beauty of the beach is enhanced by the gorgeous views it offers.

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One of the key features of Maroochydore Beach is the presence of a surf lifesaving club. This ensures the safety of swimmers, with the club's flags marking the safest areas for swimming. Visitors are advised to swim between these flags for their own safety. The beach is also known for its relaxing environment, making it a popular choice for families.

What to do at Maroochydore Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Maroochydore Beach include The Boat Shed & The Boat Shed Takeaway, Lucky Tower Chinese Restaurant, Burgers with Bite (Cotton Tree), NAMORY Eatery, Local Flow Eatery, Alexandra Headlands Hotel, Ocean Ended at Platinum and Som Tam Thai Restaurant.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the relaxing and family-friendly nature of the beach, appreciated by both young and older visitors. They are particularly fond of the stunning views and expansive space it offers. However, some visitors express concern about the need to swim between the flags for safety.

Where to Stay near Maroochydore Beach?

Visitors to Maroochydore Beach often stay in the Maroochydore town center, which offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance of the beach. Some also choose to stay in neighboring areas like Mooloolaba, known for its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to other attractions.

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Where is Maroochydore Beach?

Latitude: -26.65447 / Longitude: 153.1036287

Maroochydore Beach is located in Queensland. The following map of Maroochydore Beach shows the exact location.

Maroochydore Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today is not the best day for the beach. Expect some rain. The wind will be noticeable, with stronger gusts at times. The maximum air temperature will be 20.8 °C. The sea temperature is 20.0 °C, so it might be too cold for swimming. The wave height is moderate. Cloud cover will be significant, limiting sunshine.
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Air

Low / High12.7°C/20.8°C
Feels Like (High)19.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature20.0 °C
Wave Height1.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall9.1 mm
Rain Duration10 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:31/17:17
Sunshine Hours4.8 hrs
UV Index4.45
Cloud Cover86%
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Wind

Speed18.1 km/h
Gusts47.9 km/h
DirectionN

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