Beaches and parks
Find information about the many stunning beaches, parks and botanic gardens across the Sunshine Coast.
Beaches and parks directory
The beaches and parks directory is a database of our popular destination open spaces/parks within our region. Most parks listed in the directory contain a 'details' page which provides you with basic information and photographs to help you decide where you want to explore.
Popular locations for weddings and events
The Sunshine Coast region has many attractive parks and beaches where you can hold a wedding or formal ceremony.
Maroochy regional bushland botanic garden
The Maroochy regional bushland botanic garden is located in Tanawha on the Sunshine Coast. The gardens showcase plants native to east coast subtropical Australia.
Mary Cairncross scenic reserve
Mary Cairncross scenic reserve comprises 55 hectares of national estate listed subtropical rainforest overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains.
Name origins directory
Use this directory to find out how some of the names of parks, places or community infrastructure came about. Note: the inclusion of a park name in this directory does not imply official endorsement of the name by Sunshine Coast Council or any other authority.