If you haven't experienced the Point Cartwright Loop, then you're seriously missing out . This coastal path takes you round Point Cartwright lighthouse, overlooking the Mooloolah River, Mooloolaba Spit and the coast.
Suitability
The circuit is suitable for walkers, runners and recreational cyclists.
Highlights
Located near the mouth of the Mooloolah River, Point Cartwright is renowned for its scenic beauty and landmark lighthouse. The current reinforced concrete pentagonal tower, measuring 32.4 metres in height, was opened in 1979, replacing earlier lighthouses that had been guiding ships into Moreton Bay since 1896.
Next to the lighthouse is a reservoir featuring a stunning ocean mural, giving yet another reason to visit this area.
This reserve has long been a popular venue for weddings, picnics, rock fishing and rockpool exploring.
Start either from La Balsa Park down by the river or the Reserve carpark at the end of Pacific Boulevard.
There are plenty of seats and places to sit and soak it all up, marvelling at the absolutely gorgeous beaches and rock pools. You might be lucky and see a seal resting on the rocks!
Swimming is at your own risk. Be careful descending down the ocean side to the beach.
Afterwards
Point Cartwright is part of the Sunshine Coast Coastal Pathway. For a longer walk you can follow Pacific Boulevard and the beach southwards. There are numerous picnic spots, toilets, viewing sites and beach access points along the way.
Alternatively, there is also a lovely café nearby La Balsa Park where you can dine-in or grab a take-away and enjoy sitting by the river or watching the kids play in the playground at the park.
How to get there
From Nicklin Way, Kawana, turn onto Point Cartwright Drive, then turn left into Pacific Boulevard. Stop at the carpark near the start of the parklands.
