When you’re ready to escape the forests, carve out some time in the picturesque hinterland villages of Maleny, Montville and Mapleton, where the streets are lined with shops showcasing the best local produce. Take a countryside road-trip to Kenilworth and enjoy insta-famous doughnuts from Kenilworth Country Bakery, or stock up on fresh cheese and yoghurt from the Kenilworth Dairies cellar door.
Looking for more inspiration? Check out the ultimate Hinterland weekend travel guide.
Planning Your Trip To The Hinterland
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Avocado Grove BnB
Avocado Grove is a modern western red cedar Queenslander with wrap around verandahs, situated away f
Flaxton
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Ocean View Caravan and Tourist Park
Ocean View Caravan and Tourist Park is situated in the heart of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. An
Landsborough
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Kookaburra Park
Kookaburra Park is a boutique holiday park with animal sanctuary, powered sites, unpowered camping &
Cambroon
Accommodation
Kondalilla Eco Resort
Only one and half hours drive north of Brisbane, nestled amongst 22 acres of abundant Sunshine Coast
Flaxton
Accommodation
Maleny Country Estate
Maleny Country Estate is the premier destination for unique and private accommodation in the Hinterl
Reesville
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Tunnel Ridge Ranch Association Inc.
Tunnel Ridge Ranch is a unique Group Retreat and Camping venue located in the beautiful Sunshine Coa
Landsborough
Accommodation
Beerwah Motor Lodge
Beerwah Motor Lodge is a family-friendly motel, the closest one to Australia Zoo and is conveniently
Landsborough
Accommodation
Ingenia Holiday Landsborough
Holiday under the Queensland sun at Ingenia Holidays Landsborough, whose tropical grounds are right
Landsborough
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 the air with Paradise Seaplanes.
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 and Montville.
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.
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Ultimate guide to Sunshine Coast gardens
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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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Say 'I do' to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland's spectacular wedding spots
We’re calling it. The Sunshine Coast is the (unofficial) wedding capital of Queensland, and love is well and truly in the air.
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The Sunshine Coast for day-trippers
The Sunshine Coast is full of exciting things to experience and vibrant natural adventures. If you only have one day to spare in this beautiful region, here's some day-trip inspiration.
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Immersive encounters on the Sunshine Coast
Come eye-to-eye with some of nature’s most fascinating creatures and tick off your bucket list experiences dotted among the Sunshine Coast beach to hinterland paradise.
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Immerse yourself in the flavours of the Sunshine Coast
Locally farmed, home-grown and organic - the warm climate, rich soil and plentiful rainfall create a gourmand's paradise in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
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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.