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.

Discover accommodation options near Maroochydore Beach and enjoy its calming views and family-friendly atmosphere.

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.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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, January 24, 2026
Overall, it's shaping up to be a fair beach day at Maroochydore Beach. The air temperature will reach a high of 29.1 °C. There's a slight chance of rain showers, so keep an eye on the sky. The wind will be light but expect stronger gusts at times. The sea temperature is a pleasant 26.8 °C, and the waves are moderate. The UV index will reach 7.9, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High21.8°C/29.1°C
Feels Like (High)32.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.8 °C
Wave Height1.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance10%
Rainfall1 mm
Rain Duration6 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:15/18:44
Sunshine Hours9.7 hrs
UV Index7.9
Cloud Cover82%
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Wind

Speed11 km/h
Gusts32.4 km/h
DirectionE

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