Marcoola Suburb Profile  

Known for its beachy vibes and easy-going nature, living in Marcoola strikes a chord with those keen to slow down and soak up the sunshine. Smack-bang between Noosa and Maroochydore on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, Marcoola is so much more than meets the eye. Boasting a scenic stretch of coastline to one side and Mount Coolum National Park to the other, locals like to get out and about. Year-round surfers vie for the perfect wave while hikers and cyclists make the most of parklands and the serene Mount Coolum National Park, where you can hike to the summit for panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast. 

Marcoola Twilight Markets and Farmers Markets draw a crowd for their fresh local produce, street food and live music. Fish n’ chips on the beach is a standard fair, with Laughing Lobster being the pick of the bunch. Yet, the string of cafes and restaurants that sit opposite the beach keeps locals well-fuelled. But when locals are craving that bit more, they need only head into neighbouring Maroochydore to get everything they need. 

Small but mighty, living in Marcoola offers a handy location that makes it a standout. Home to the Sunshine Coast Airport, which has direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and across the ditch to Auckland, plus quick access to the motorway, makes getting around easy breezy. 

Area Features

Marcoola Beach

This long stretch of coastline is a popular surf break, with swimming encouraged between the flags at Marcoola Surf Club only.

Parklands

The parks in Marcoola are in abundance, but none compare to the Mount Coolum National Park, with its summit hike.

Beachside Markets

Every Friday evening, the Twilight Markets have an array of street food and live music, and then on Saturday morning, the Farmers Market takes over with fresh local produce.