The Sunshine Coast Hinterland feels a world away from our sandy shores, but in reality, it’s just a short 30-minute drive from the coastline. Here, quaint country towns collide with lush rainforest walks, and paddock-to-plate dining takes centre stage.
Not sure where to start? Use the map below to plan your Hinterland adventure, or check out the ultimate travel guide here for more inspiration.
Planning Your Trip To The Hinterland
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Seven Peaks Farm Stay
Seven Peaks Farm Stay offers luxury accommodation on a tranquil 34-acre hobby farm set amongst the G
Beerwah
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Kenilworth Country Cabins
Kenilworth Country Cabins are located in the heart of the Kenilworth township. A range of modern one
Kenilworth
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The Ridge at Maleny
Discover mountain paradise at The Ridge at Maleny! Malenys newest, luxury, boutique development, The
Maleny
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Jandar Retreat Maleny
At JanDar Retreat, weve created an environment that allows you to escape the everyday and immerse yo
Balmoral Ridge
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Secrets on the Lake
Discover the Sunshine Coast's best-kept secret Secrets on the Lake, a world-class treehouse retreat
Montville
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Lovestone Cottages Montville
Lovestone Cottages, nestled among five acres of green rainforest peering over a basalt escarpment. F
Montville
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Montville Country Cabins
Escape to Montville Country Cabins' tranquil retreat, offering nine self-contained country cabins. S
Montville
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Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat
In 2021 Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat was awarded the number one Most Romantic Hotel in the Worl
Montville
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Burgess Cottage
Perfectly positioned in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Burgess Cottage was historically one of the f
Bald Knob
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The Crocodile Hunter Lodge
A beautiful hideaway nestled into the Australian bush near the famed Glass House Mountains and Sunsh
Beerwah
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The Avenue at Montville (House)
The Avenue at Montville (House) is a beautiful hinterland home located just outside of the township
Montville
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Bellbird Rise Off-Grid Cottage at Conondale
Bellbird Rise Off-Grid Cottage sits hidden away on large acreage in the Mary River Valley of the Sun
Conondale
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Hillside House
Hillside House is a beautiful hinterland holiday home in Bald Knob, overlooking magnificent views of
Bald Knob
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Gardners Ridge Estate
Gardners Ridge Estate is a stunning country holiday home in the picturesque town of Maleny. Enteri
Maleny
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The Breezy Maple
The Breezy Maple is a beautifully renovated, self-contained holiday home that has sweeping views and
Mapleton
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Hinterland Family Getaway
Relax with the whole family in this peaceful retreat on a private rural acre. Sip a coffee on the ti
Maleny
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Secret Garden at Maleny
Make memories on your next holiday in Maleny with the family at this peaceful property tucked away a
Maleny
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Forest Haven at Maleny
Relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the Hinterland air and bush aspect of this beautifully appointed
Maleny
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Treetops Seaview Montville
Tucked away in the serene hills of Montville, Treetops Seaview offers a retreat like no other. With
Montville
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Spicers Tamarind Retreat
Nestled in the cool, leafy mountain climes of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Spicers Tamarind Retrea
Maleny
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Spicers Clovelly Estate
Gloriously reminiscent of a sprawling French country estate, Spicers Clovelly Estate is a masterpiec
Montville
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Tranquil Getaways On Obi Maleny
Tranquil Getaways On Obi Maleny offers five private villas amidst Obi Obi Creeks natural beauty with
Maleny
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Tranquil Maleny
Tranquil, Maleny is nestled on the southern escarpment of Queensland's beautiful Blackall Range with
Maleny
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Scandi at Maleny
Scandi at Maleny is a place to hide away and stay for luxury adult escapes in a carbon-neutral cabin
Maleny
Getting Here
Embrace wide open spaces
Embark on one of the Sunshine Coast’s most spectacular treks – the Hinterland Great Walk – or set out on a waterfall circuit in Montville’s Kondalilla National Park. Discover the subtropical wonders of the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, or witness the majestic beauty of the Glass House Mountains from an array of scenic lookout spots, including Wild Horse Mountain Lookout and McCarthy's Lookout.
A smorgasbord of good food
Enjoy a long lunch of seasonal produce at Mapleton Public House, stop by the cellar door and enjoy local cheeses at Kenilworth Dairies, enjoy scenic views with a glass of wine at Flame Hill Vineyard, or dine in style at The Tamarind. With plenty more spots to choose from across The Hinterland, you certainly won’t go hungry here.
Meeting the locals
Meet some colourful feathered friends at Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World, or explore the wonderous wildlife haven at Australia Zoo. Be sure to also set aside a full day to make the most of some of The Hinterland’s charming towns: Mapleton, Maleny, Montville, Conondale, Beerwah, and the Glass House Mountains.
Room with a view
Unwind in style at Spicers Clovelly Estate – a luxurious, European-inspired piece of paradise set amongst lush gardens. Other accommodation hotspots include The Falls Montville, The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat and Secrets on the Lake.
Hinterland towns
Hop in the car and make tracks for our Hinterland towns, where friendly locals, moreish food, and countryside beauty are set to dial your next road-trip up to 11. Browse the boutique stores in Montville and Maleny, tuck into farm-to-fork fare in Mapleton, immerse yourself in Conondale’s lush forests, tick Australia Zoo off the list in Beerwah, marvel at the Glass House Mountains, and fill the picnic basket with local goodies in Kenilworth. That’s just for starters!
Trip Ideas
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10 awesome things to do in Maleny this winter
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Blackall Range, with a bustling township akin to the set of a romantic movie, Maleny is THE place to be this winter.
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5 Hinterland hikes to take your breath away
Discover the diversity of our landscape with a hike through our spectacular Hinterland countryside.
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Go farm to fork in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
As you make your way up the winding roads of the Blackall Range to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, there’s a little a taste of what lies ahead by the roadside.
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Reconnect with nature in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is a natural beauty.
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Discover the Hinterland Art Trail
Driving through the Blackall Range is like travelling through a kaleidoscope of colour.
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Taste the flavours of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Sample the Sunshine Coast Hinterland food and drink trail on a culinary adventure that will take you from the cheese factories of Maleny to the gin distilleries of Woombye.
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10 hikes in Sunshine Coast Hinterland you need to know about
Take time out and explore some of the best hikes in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Have you explored them yet?
