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Beach · Noosa Heads, Queensland
Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street
Noosa Heads Beach faces north and is sheltered from the wind, with a lifeguarded area, beside Hastings Street, the town’s street of restaurants, cafés and shops.
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About Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street
Noosa’s main beach, Noosa Main Beach, lies in Laguna Bay between the mouth of the Noosa River and the national park headland. Because it faces north it is sheltered from the southeast winds that prevail on the coast, and waves are usually small, making it one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular family beaches.
Lifeguards patrol the beach every day, with flags marking the bathing area. At the points, when there are waves, surfers take advantage of the breaks off the headland.
Behind the beach runs Hastings Street, with restaurants, cafés, shops and accommodation among trees. A promenade connects the beach to the national park entrance at the end of the street.
In the late afternoon the waterfront becomes lively with people returning from the trails and the beach.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to half a day.
Best time
In the morning, when the sea is calmer and there are fewer people. On southeast wind days the beach is usually more sheltered than neighbouring beaches.
How to get there
On foot from central Noosa Heads, next to Hastings Street. There are public car parks nearby, which fill up on summer weekends.
Tip
Always swim between the flags. For a quieter lunch, choose weekdays outside the school holidays.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street
Does Noosa’s main beach have lifeguards?
Yes, every day, with flags marking the bathing area.
Why is Noosa beach calm?
It faces north, sheltered from the southeast winds, and the waves are usually smaller than at neighboring beaches.
What is Hastings Street?
Noosa Heads’ main street, behind the beach, with restaurants, cafés, shops and accommodation.