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Cooroy
Give Cooroy half a day as a Noosa Hinterland stop: the butter factory, the kiln and a Mount Cooroy walk. Sleep in Noosa, not here.
Cooroy is a small hinterland town on the Bruce Highway and the Queensland Rail north coast line, about 30 minutes inland from Noosa. Its draw is a compact heritage main street, a 1915 butter factory turned arts centre, a heritage kiln and bush walks up Mount Cooroy. Most travellers pass through on the way to Noosa or the Sunshine Coast; a half day covers it, and Noosa or Pomona makes a better bed base.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AUD
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (heat and humidity), school holidays for quiet walks
- Airports
- MCY · BNE
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 7
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Australia and New Zealand ↗Both countries drive on the left, with long distances between fuel stops in the outback and on New Zealand's back roads; fatigue causes more visitor crashes than speed.
- Australia ↗Almost every visitor needs a visa or an electronic authorisation (ETA or eVisitor, depending on passport) before boarding: apply only through the official Department of Home Affairs site or the official AustralianETA app, and check the rules for your passport.
- Australia ↗Declare all food, plant material, seeds, wood and animal products on your arrival declaration; undeclared items can bring on-the-spot fines or visa cancellation. When unsure, declare it.
- Australia ↗Drive on the left. An overseas licence in English (or with an official translation or International Driving Permit) is accepted for visitors; check the state rules and your rental contract.
- Australia ↗Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches; rip currents cause most beach drownings.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Cooroy000 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Cooroy, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, A$).Australia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelstra has the widest outback coverage; Optus and Vodafone (TPG) are cheaper and fine in cities and along highways.Australia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in cities and towns; in remote places use signed drinking taps.Australia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; 10% for very good service in a nice restaurant if you wish.Australia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Australia-wide
- SafetyVery safe for a small town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets in parks, beaches, shopping centres and petrol stations (servos); the National Public Toilet Map app lists them.Australia-wide
- Emergency numbers000 police, fire, ambulance · 112 From mobiles
- Sundays & holidaysChristmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 15:00; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Christmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 3:00 PM; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Australia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckMCY Sunshine Coast Airport (Marcoola) (About 40 min by car via the M1; check hire-car desks before a late arrival.).
- Getting aroundThe town centre is walkable in 10 minutes end to end, and cycling is easy on the flat streets.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeA$4.50–6 (≈ US$3–4)
- Beerschooner in a pubA$8–12 (≈ US$6–8)
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekA$15–35 (≈ US$10–25)
- Budget bedHostel or shared room (Noosa area), a night, per personA$45 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedMotel or pub double room, a night, per roomA$200 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedMotel or pub double room, a night, per roomA$320 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$90 (≈ US$60) · Mid A$160 (≈ US$110) · High A$300 (≈ US$200)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MCY Sunshine Coast Airport (Marcoola) (About 40 min by car via the M1; check hire-car desks before a late arrival.) · BNE Brisbane Airport (About 1 h 45 min by car; Queensland Rail services run from Brisbane to Cooroy station.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Feb
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Mar
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Aug
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jul (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Mar (15 rain days), driest Jul (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cooroy: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13 rd
Feb
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
15 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
12 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
Jul
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town centre is walkable in 10 minutes end to end, and cycling is easy on the flat streets. A car is needed for Mount Cooroy, Black Mountain and Lake McDonald. Queensland Rail stops at Cooroy station on Myall Street; TransLink buses serve Elm Street. Parking in town is free and rarely a problem.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Noosa
goDoor to door: About 30–45 min by car
Car via the M1 and Noosa Drive, or Queensland Rail to Cooroy then bus
Beaches, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park; the natural base for this area.
Tewantin
goDoor to door: About 25 min
Car east on the Noosa–Cooroy road
Riverfront, marina and the ferry across to Noosa North Shore.
Pomona
goDoor to door: About 15–20 min
Car north on the Old Bruce Highway, or Queensland Rail one stop
Mount Cooroora walk and a small town centre; pair it with Cooroy in one morning.
Kin Kin
cautionDoor to door: About 25 min
Car north-west on the Kin Kin road
Quiet village and bush drives; little to do without a specific reason to go.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Maple Street (town centre)
Walk to the arts centre, library and RSL; a handful of short-stay rooms only.
Noosa and Tewantin
About 30 min east; the practical base for beaches, restaurants and more beds.
Pomona and Kin Kin
Small hinterland villages 15–25 min away; quieter, fewer rooms.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- A$80–130 (≈ US$55–90) excl. bed
- Mid
- A$130–220 (≈ US$90–150) excl. bed
- High
- A$220 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel or pub double room1 × 1 night × A$200 | A$200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$160 | A$320 |
| Queensland Rail Brisbane → Cooroy, one way2 × A$30 · check | A$60 |
| TransLink local bus fare, one trip2 × A$5 · check | A$10 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$20 | A$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | A$63 |
| Trip total≈ A$347 per person per day, bed included | A$693≈ US$500 |
2026 estimate in Australian dollars; transport to the region excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | A$4.50–6 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Pub or bistro main | A$22–35 (≈ US$15–25) |
| Takeaway fish and chips | A$15–25 (≈ US$10–17) |
| Beer, schooner in a pub | A$8–12 (≈ US$6–8) |
| Fuel, unleaded per litrecheck | A$1.80–2.10 (≈ US$2) |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | A$15–35 (≈ US$10–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bush walks: carry water, wear covered shoes and check for ticks and snakes in warm months.
- Mount Cooroy is a steep, unformed track: not for flip-flops or wet weather.
- The Bruce Highway (M1) exit is 230; missing it costs you 15+ minutes each way.
- Small-town hours: many shops close by mid-afternoon and on Sundays.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 000
- From mobiles
- 112
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance000
- From mobiles112
Embassy
No embassies in Cooroy; consulates-general are in Brisbane and embassies in Canberra.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Queensland Rail Brisbane → Cooroy: about A$30 (≈ US$20) one way, roughly 2 h (check)
- TransLink bus, one trip: about A$5 (≈ US$4) (check)
- Sunshine Coast Airport → Cooroy by car: about 40 min, taxi or rideshare A$70–100 (≈ US$50–70) (check)
Say or show
- Thanks — Thank you
- Where's the railway station? — Where is the station?
- Card OK? — Can I pay by card?
- Is the walking track open? — Is the track open?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tipping is not expected.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Cooroy. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (heat and humidity), school holidays for quiet walks · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares