21 Things price doing within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Lush rolling hills set the scene for a peaceable getaway to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Renowned for its attractive panorama, pretty locals and unimaginable meals, this iconic spot has been a favorite amongst Queensland locals for good cause. To allow you to plan your individual journey to this lovely area, listed here are 21 issues which are truly price doing within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland!

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1. Eat dinner at The Tamarind

The Tamarind is, for my part, one of the best restaurant within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and an absolute must-do. Bring two or extra individuals and you are able to do the 5-course degustation or just benefit from the 3-course a la carte menu, showcasing native produce with Asian fusion delicacies. Everything about this place is fantastic. The meals is scrumptious, the service is incredible and the restaurant has a heat but luxurious ambiance. Expect nothing however one of the best! You may also go to Gardners Falls whereas right here so you’ll want to match that in for those who can. Find The Tamarind right here.

2. Do the Kondalilla Falls Circuit

The 4.8km Kondalilla Falls Circuit ought to take you round 1 1/2 to 2 hours to finish. The paths are very well maintained and also you’ll be handled to beautiful views of the falls and surrounding mountains as you make your means down. If you select to do the complete circuit, you’ll must sort out some stairs on the way in which down and up and I like to recommend carrying sneakers or mountain climbing boots you don’t thoughts getting soiled. In summer time, you’ll want to pack your swimmers and loads of water. Find the Kondalilla Falls right here.

3. Buy an obscene quantity of fudge

This is the primary factor I all the time do once we go to Maleny. I by no means purchase fudge from anyplace however Sweets on Maple. Seriously. So, after I do, I give myself full permission to buy and eat as a lot fudge as my physique and checking account can deal with and, belief me, that’s loads. The employees listed here are so pretty and actively encourage you to make the most of the free fudge samples. If fudge isn’t your factor, don’t fear, they’ve one million different sorts of chocolate and sweet to select from. My private suggestions are the Double Decker (caramel and chocolate) and, my #1 decide, the Turkish Delight. Find Sweets on Maple right here. Tell them I mentioned hello! (Update: I simply checked their web site and you may order on-line they usually’ll ship you fudge within the put up. This is an actual drawback for me.)

4. Buy recent pasta from Santini il pastaio

If you’re staying at a spot with a kitchen or simply visiting the day and wish one thing tasty to take dwelling with you, you’ll want to go to Santini il pastaio. Located in Maleny, this unassuming retailer sells recent gnocchi and pasta, sauces and desserts all able to be cooked at dwelling (they even have vegan pasta!). Grab some pumpkin sage ravioli, a batch of puttanesca and about 100 cannoli, take it again to your lodging, open a bottle of crimson and calm down in entrance of the fireplace. Bliss, proper?! Find Santini il pastaio right here.

5. Explore the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

For a soothing time within the rainforest head on to the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. Overlooking the Glass House Mountains you’ll be able to take pleasure in nice views earlier than coming into the reserve to identify birds, wildlife and benefit from the lush surroundings. The strolling trails listed here are straightforward going so excellent for a soothing stroll and best for little ones. There are additionally loads of interactive shows on the Rainforest Discovery Centre and a restaurant to take a seat and unwind slightly longer, if you want. Find the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve right here.

6. Feast on the Kenilworth Country Bakery

The Kenilworth Bakery is one of the best bakery within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and probably your entire state. It’s definitely my favorite bakery of all time! Why? Because they’ve two shopfronts: One devoted to savoury stuff like pies and sausage rolls and the opposite fully devoted to donuts. Best of all, there are gluten-free and vegan choices. Pre-order a 1kg donut or 1kg sausage roll to tackle an epic meals problem or take pleasure in their iconic coffee-filled donut. Oh, and it doesn’t matter what your smart self tells you when you’re there, you completely want a minimum of 4 donuts for later. Get them to go! Find Kenilworth Country Bakery right here.

7. Enjoy recent scones at Spicers Clovelly

You don’t have to be a visitor at Spicers Clovelly to benefit from the meals! This is one of the best spot within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland for scones, belief me. Baked recent, they’re heat and comfortable and so very tasty lavished with recent cream and jam. The Spicers group know good espresso too so you’ll want to take pleasure in a cup or two and take a stroll across the grounds of Clovelly, it’s simply attractive. Spicers Clovelly additionally has an distinctive restaurant, The Long Apron, one of many most interesting eating places within the area and effectively price reserving in for a life-changing degustation. Find Spicers Clovelly right here.

8. Do the Fig Tree Walk

I’m going to say Kenilworth just a few occasions within the weblog put up and with good cause! It’s acquired to be essentially the most underrated a part of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and it has a lot to supply. The Fig Tree Walk, situated a brief drive outdoors of the city is an 800m circuit and really straightforward going, taking you previous 150-year-old Moreton Bay fig bushes as you wind via the rainforest. Ideal for little ones, it’s a simple and delightful observe to observe and the proper factor to do after stuffing your self on the bakery. Find the Fig Tree Walk right here.

9. Stop at roadside stalls

As you drive across the area you’ll discover roadside stalls arrange by locals and farmers. Make positive you might have money and small notes/gold cash to drop into the honesty field at every cease. Keep an eye fixed out for spray-free, homegrown produce like avocados in addition to golden, gooey honey and massive baggage of firewood. It’s a good way to help native farmers and really style the area whereas taking some goodies dwelling with you.

10. Check out the view from Mapleton Falls Lookout

It’ll take mere minutes to stroll out of your automotive to the Mapleton Falls Lookout the place you’ll be handled to utterly spectacular views of the Obi Obi valley and luxurious rainforest under. If you’re eager for slightly extra journey you may also do the Wompoo Circuit, a winding 1.3km observe providing nice views of Mapleton Falls and extra. Find the Mapleton Falls Lookout right here.

11. Stock up at Maleny Cheese

It appears no journey to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is full with a go to to the well-known Maleny Cheese cafe and retailer. Producers of award-winning, handcrafted cheese and yoghurt utilizing pure native milk, you’ll be able to relaxation assured all the things right here is incredible. Grab a chunk to eat on the cafe and fill up on cheese to take with you, excellent for assembling a platter again at your lodging later. Be positive to strive the smokey cheddar and the distinctive buffalo vary. Find Maleny Cheese right here.

12. Visit Lake Baroon

Take a drive all the way down to Lake Baroon, situated between Montville and Maleny. The dam is big and extremely attractive, particularly when noticed from above as you drive between Maleny and Montville. Pack a picnic and calm down some time on the shore or head into the water for swimming, boating, kayaking and even fishing. Of course, there’s no lifeguard on responsibility so please watch out! Find Lake Baroon right here.

13. Visit the Eumundi Markets

Held each Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, it’ll take you round 50 minutes to drive from Maleny to the Eumundi Markets. Entry is free and also you’ll be blown away by the sheer dimension of those markets! Operating since 1979 you’ll be able to peruse an enormous number of stalls promoting completely all the things from arts and crafts to garments, recent meals and so way more. Best of all, there are many locations to seize a chunk to eat. Find the Eumundi Markets right here.

14. Eat at Monica’s Maleny

You’ll discover Monica’s on the primary road in Maleny serving up all-day breakfast and lunch 6 days per week (they’re closed on Thursdays). It’s extraordinarily standard on the weekends, with good cause, so bear that in thoughts to keep away from disappointment. The menu boasts loads of choices for all dietary wants together with nice burgers and really scrumptious thick-cut chips for lunch. Find Monica’s Maleny right here.

15. Visit the native thrift retailers

If you like to thrift simply as a lot as I do, you’ll be happy to know there are just a few little spots to take a look at within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Check out the Lifeline, Bloomhill Op Shop and Salvation Army shops in Maleny and The Salvation Army and Sunshine Hospice Op Shops in Montville. As all the time, it’s a little bit of a blended bag, particularly on weekends. Sometimes I discover issues, typically it’s a bust. That’s the thrift recreation for you!

16. Grab breakfast at Shotgun Espresso

Also situated on the primary road in Maleny, Shotgun Espresso serves up wholesome, scrumptious and ethically sourced meals and low. The seasonal menu options free-range meats and eggs, homegrown produce the place doable and loads of native produce too. Open 6 days per week (they’re closed on Mondays), you’ll wish to cease in for his or her all-day brunch menu. Tuck into chilli scrambled eggs, a Korean steak sandwich, baguette French toast or spiced poached rooster broth. Find Shotgun Espresso right here.

17. Do the Obi Obi Boardwalk

You may simply go to Maleny 100 occasions and miss the Obi Obi Boardwalk, identical to we did! This winding path connects the city with showgrounds, working alongside the Obi Obi Creek. It’s a simple stroll that takes you beneath the cover, alongside the creek to platypus viewing platforms. I wish to handle expectations right here: it’s powerful to identify a platypus except you’re at a zoo. They’re shy creatures and solely come out at sure occasions of the day so simply know for those who do see one, you’ve been blessed! Find the Obi Obi Boardwalk right here.

18. Check out Kenilworth Dairies

Here’s one other Kenilworth gem for you! You could have already seen a few of their award-winning merchandise in your grocery store and never even realised it, for those who’re a Queensland native. Stop in at Poppa’s Cafe, onsite, to take pleasure in a cheese platter, home made ice cream, espresso and waffles earlier than dropping an absolute dime on goodies to go. Whatever you do, don’t skip their iconic wealthy chocolate mousse. Find Kenilworth Dairies right here.

19. Visit Australia Zoo

The iconic Australia Zoo is barely a brief 22-minute drive from Maleny and makes for an ideal day trip throughout your keep or an ideal spot to cease in on the to or out of your hinterland escape. Of course, it’s going to be an absolute hit with the children however it’s superior for all ages. Get up shut with a variety of animals together with a great deal of acquainted native faces and you’ll want to catch the well-known Wildlife Warriors Show within the Crocoseum. Book tickets for Australia Zoo right here.

20. Stop in at Brouhaha Brewery

Lovers of high quality craft beer might be delighted to go to Maleny’s award-winning brewery, Brouhaha. It’s right here you’ll be able to match native produce with incredible beer, simply consider this superior spot is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday so that you’ll must plan your go to accordingly (price it!). Tuck right into a tasting flight and bar snacks or dive into their a la carte menu boasting mouth-watering bites like a wagyu beef burger, lemongrass and garlic Mooloolaba prawns and braised pork stomach. Yes, please! Find Brouhaha Brewery right here.

21. Go strawberry selecting

I don’t know what it’s, precisely, that makes selecting your individual strawberries so pretty however it simply is! Maybe as a result of it’s such a healthful, candy exercise or perhaps as a result of it’s an excellent tasty one. Either means, it’s a extremely pretty strategy to spend just a few hours and you may often depend on there being an ideal cafe promoting strawberry ice cream, jams and low. There are fairly just a few spots to do it so right here’s a hyperlink to a incredible information sharing one of the best strawberry selecting spots on the Sunshine Coast.

Where to Stay

Planning a visit to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland? Booking.com and Agoda are incredible web sites for locating lodging on the Sunshine Coast. Below are just a few of our suggestions and choices price wanting into: