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Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Heritage Park Bushland Reserve

Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Heritage Park Bushland Reserve

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Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Heritage Park Bushland Reserve

01:24

29.0km

170m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.43 km for 82 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.22 km

Noosa Waters

Highlight • Bridge

This pedestrian bridge crosses over Noosa Waters right before it reaches the Noosa River. On the west side of the bridge sits Chaplin Park, and on the east side of …

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6.82 km

The Big Pelican

Highlight • Monument

The Big Pelican, also known as "Old Mate," has stood tall since the 90s. It was built by the Pelican Boat Hire, looks happy, and is beloved by tourists. The …

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7.29 km

Ely Park

Highlight • River

Ely Park is a long, thin beachside park with grassy areas and shade from trees. There is a small sandy shore where it's easy to wade into the water, jetties, …

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8.50 km

Nancy Cato Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This riverside park is named after famous Noosa author and conservationist Nancy Cato, who published over 20 books ranging from poetry to biographies, short stories and novels.

The park has …

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9.48 km

The Sound Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This small park has more to offer than its size might suggests. There's a playround, plenty of seating and shade, views over the water, and it's right next to a number of great restaurants.

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11.0 km

Noosa Heads Beach

Highlight • Beach

29.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.2 km

4.71 km

1.75 km

1.21 km

112 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.7 km

12.2 km

< 100 m

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Weather

Today

Saturday 18 July

21°C

16°C

95 %

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Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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Noosa Waters – The Big Pelican loop from Heritage Park Bushland Reserve

Noosa Waters

The Big Pelican

Ely Park

Nancy Cato Park

The Sound Park

Noosa Heads Beach

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