Rainbow Beach is your golden gateway to some of the most amazing natural attractions to be found anywhere in the world.

From this picturesque' coastal village, enchantingly nestled between Tin Can Bay and the Pacific Ocean, you can experience an enthralling mosaic of these wonders and indulge in your favorite pursuits at the same time.

Swim with the dolphins, explore the spectacular scenery of Fraser Island, see the rainforests, heathlands and freshwater lakes. Skydive the skies or Dive the ocean depths. Para or hang-glide in one of the top ten spots in the world the Carlo Sand Blow, an amazing spectacle in itself with postcard views. 

Fish or four wheel drive or just drag your feet along miles of golden sand.

Cooloola

Perfectly situated in Queensland's south east corner between Fraser Island and Noosa, the Cooloola Region is a wonderful blend of beaches, waterways, rural hinterland, and heritage. The region consists of the coastal towns of Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay, the heritage city of Gympie, and the rolling hills of the Mary Valley, offering several unique holiday destinations within one location.

The Cooloola Region provides a natural getaway far from the stress and crowds of larger destinations. Our 'highrises' are the Coloured Sand cliffs of our National Park and the mountains of our State Forests. For some adventurers, getting back to nature means sailing on the protected waters of Tin Can Bay and meandering up the Sandy Straits. For others, it's soaking up the sun and seabreezes during a walk along the beach at Rainbow Beach, with Double Island Point and the Coloured Sands in the background painting the perfect picture.


For those who like something less strenuous, why not try a picnic by Lake Borumba in the picturesque Mary Valley, or a stroll through the bush walks in the State Forests.


History comes alive as you step back in time and become part of the action with working displays of days gone by. The Woodworks Forestry and Timber Museum feature retired timbercutters demonstrating techniques used long before chainsaws and technology took over. And of course our regional history wouldn't be complete without a Gold Mining Museum. Here, the heritage of Gympie is seen through exhibits such as the gold mining display, the Lighthorse Museum, and the Andrew Fisher House.


Relive the time when steam train travel was the order of the day. The "Valley Rattler" makes the historic 40km journey from Gympie through the Mary Valley, visiting the towns of Dagun, Amamoor and Kandanga, then stopping in Imbil before the return journey to Gympie. Imbil Country Markets are held every Sunday from 8am until 2pm, with a variety of stalls selling local produce, plants, bric-a-brac, etc.

With all the options the area has to offer, the Cooloola Region is a terrific choice for your next holiday. Go on....try it!