Beaches

No trip to the Sunshine Coast is complete without a visit to the region’s beautiful beaches.

With an expansive coastline stretching from Caloundra to an hour’s drive north to Noosa, there are dozens of beaches to explore.

Find a patrolled beach

Find one of the many perfect Sunshine Coast patrolled beaches by visiting Surf Life Saving Queensland's location guide.  

Beach safety 

Sunshine Coast beaches are beautiful, but just like Mother Nature, they can be unpredictable. Before swimming in the ocean, take the time to learn the simple rules of beach safety.

To ensure the safety and enjoyment of residents and visitors, professional Surf Life Saving Queensland lifeguards patrol popular Coast beaches. Always swim between the red and yellow flags and if you’re unsure if beach conditions are suitable for swimming, ask one of the friendly lifeguards or check the signs at the beach entrance.

Visit Surf Life Saving Queensland  for general beach safety advice and information.

If you are interested in becoming a lifeguard on Sunshine Coast beaches, contact Surf Life Saving Queensland's Australian Lifeguard Service for more information.