Introducing Boreen Point Campground on Lake Cootharaba
Starting from the Boreen Point Campground, the plan was to paddle all the way over to the other side of Lake Cootharaba and explore the narrow canals of the Noosa Everglades system, one of only two everglades systems in the world.
My ambitious plans were quickly thwarted by Trillian. According to her:
- There were too many waves on the completely flat lake.
- She was starving, even though she had eaten both her and her brother’s muesli bars in the last ten minutes.
- She needed to wee but couldn’t go in the lake, even though she has no trouble in the bath when I ask her not to.
- Last but not least, her bathers were too wet. Despite the fact that she was sitting high and dry in the kayak.
You know what? I was secretly relieved!
I misjudged how big Lake Cootharaba was and by the time I was three-quarters of the way across its expanse in the kayak, I had doubts about my ability to row myself and the two kids back to Boreen Point Campground. Which, by the way, is one of the most relaxing campgrounds on the Sunshine Coast.
Whoever gave Noosa the title of “Relaxation Capital of Australia”, has clearly never tried to get parking near Hastings Street or the Noosa Heads National Park. I’m convinced they must have spent a week at Boreen Point Campground instead.
Lake Cootharaba camping at Boreen Point Campground
The Boreen Point Campground is located on the esplanade at Boreen Point. The best part? It’s directly on the shores of Lake Cootharaba, the largest natural salt-water lake in Queensland. At only 30 minutes drive from the hustle and bustle that is Hastings St at Noosa Heads, it’s a great base to explore the Noosa area whilst avoiding the crowds.
Accommodation options consist of free-range caravan and camping spots set in the natural bushland as well as a foreshore area dedicated to tent camping.
Powered sites suitable for caravans, campers, tents and even long RVs are available as well as a camp kitchen.
More importantly, the showers were always hot and the toilets were clean for the ten nights that we stayed. Sunrise views over the lake are amazing!
The Boreen Point Campground is one of three Noosa Holiday Parks operated by the local council. The other two are located on the Noosa River and Noosa North Shore.
What to do at Boreen Point Campgrounds with kids
- Swim, Kayak or Stand-Up-Paddleboard in Lake Cootharaba. If you don’t have your own, you can hire kayaks from the Boreen Point Campground office.
- Let the kids ride their pushbikes on the BMX track in the reserve directly behind the campgrounds. There is a huge expanse of grass for playing family games of cricket or frisbee as well as a basketball hoop.
- Go on a Cruise & Canoe tour or an Everglades Eco Safari through the Noosa Everglades. Expect serenity, wildlife and reflections of nature at its finest on the still water.
- Is your family into Geocaching? There are a few hidden within walking distance of the Boreen Point campground and one in a particularly fun spot for kids to find. If you’re unsure what Geocaching is, check out the Geocaching Website for an explanation and then download the free app for your phone and get started!
- Visit the Apollonian Hotel for an iconic wood-fired spit-roast held every Sunday. This historic hotel (the Boreen Point pub) is within walking distance of the campground and is actually kid-friendly! It was constructed during the gold rush era in the 1870s and was moved from Gympie to Boreen Point in 1985. It still contains a lot of its historic charm.
What to do around Noosa with kids
We used Boreen Point Campground as a base to spend some time exploring Noosa and the Noosa Hinterlands. There is a lot to do in and around Noosa and we enjoyed the Noosa Botanical Gardens, Eumundi Markets, Noosa’s iconic beaches, the Noosa River, The Noosa National Park Coastal Walk and more. Check out our list of things to do in Noosa for more suggestions.
Getting to Boreen Point Campgrounds
If driving, the Boreen Point Campground is approximately one hour and 50 minutes north of Brisbane (166km), two hours and 40 minutes from the Gold Coast, and 11 hours 30 minutes from Sydney.
It’s easily found by searching ‘Boreen Point’ on any maps/navigation you are using. Once you get to the Esplanade at Boreen Point, you will see signs for the Boreen Point Campground.
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