The Best Road Bike Rides Around Noosa & Sunshine Coast
42km / 355m elevation
Noosa Local Spin
This local Noosa spin is the perfect short adventure that blends peaceful hinterland charm with river views. The route gives you a relaxed warm-up through the heart of Noosa before heading west toward Tewantin and out into the hills along Noosa Road and Kinmond Creek.
54km / 561m Elevation
Noosa Local Loop
This local Noosa favourite is the perfect loop for riders looking to blend coastal charm, countryside rollers, and just enough climbing to test the legs.
Once you pass Tewantin, rolling hills kick in across Gyndier Drive, a local favourite known for its switchbacks and silky road surface—home to segments like Fidler Sports Noosa Hill and the Gyndier KOM. From there, the road opens up into farmland views and undulating terrain, with beautiful hinterland views.
61km / 466m ELEVATION
Noosa Coastal Ride
This stunning coastal route is a must-do for any road cyclist visiting Noosa. Stretching just over 60 km, it’s a rewarding out-and-back that hugs the Sunshine Coast shoreline, connecting Noosa with Coolum Beach and beyond, all while delivering iconic ocean views and rolling terrain.
Cafés dot the route if you’re in the mood for a mid-ride break—Coolum is a great halfway point to grab a coffee or snack.
89km / 712m elevation
Noosa Kin Kin Loop
The Noosa Kin Kin Loop is a spectacular full-day adventure that weaves together the best of hinterland climbing, country town charm, and peaceful backroad riding. At just under 90 km, this loop delivers rolling hills, iconic climbs, and quiet stretches that make it a must-ride for any cyclist exploring the Sunshine Coast’s inland gems.
88km / 969m elevation
Sunshine Coast Hinterland Loop
This spectacular 88 km loop takes you from the ocean’s edge into the quiet, leafy heart of the Sunshine Coast hinterland and back again—offering an unforgettable blend of beachside cruising, country climbs, and sweeping descents.
The hinterland climbs are the heart of the ride—rolling, scenic, and often shaded by towering gums with panoramic lookouts along the way.
91km / 2040m Elevation
Maleny Kenilworth Mapleton Montville Loop
This stunning loop through the Sunshine Coast hinterland is a true climbing classic, showcasing the best of the Blackall Range. Starting and finishing in the scenic village of Maleny, this 91 km route delivers a complete day on the bike—linking the towns of Witta, Kenilworth, Mapleton, and Montville via iconic climbs, deep rainforest descents, and unforgettable ridge-top views.
Midway through, you’ll tackle a series of sharp, leg-burning climbs and technical descents. The profile is relentless but rewarding, with climbs like Razorback Road, Montville Road, and Balmoral Ridge offering not only elevation but incredible lookout points across the Glass House Mountains and coastal plains.
154km / 2511m Elevation
Sunshine Coast Hinterland Big Loop
Looking for full-day adventure with serious climbing and iconic views? Covering over 150 km and climbing more than 2,500 m, this epic loop blends coastal flatlands, scenic hinterland climbs, technical descents, and panoramic ridgelines in one unforgettable ride.
The first major climb begins around the 50 km mark as you head toward Kenilworth and then onto the demanding Maleny–Kenilworth Main Climb, a tough ascent that marks the transition into the Blackall Range.
You’ll tackle signature climbs like Mons Road, The Stampede, and Twin Peaks, which string together steep pinches with incredible views across the Sunshine Coast and inland valleys.
180km / 2627m Elevation
Noosa Classic Long Course
This is the big one - following the route of the Noosa Classic. Spanning over 150 km and packing more than 2,500 m of climbing, this all-day loop takes you from beachside bliss to the heart of the hinterland, through lush rainforest climbs, ridge-top towns, and fast technical descents.
Around the halfway mark, the real elevation begins: the iconic Kenilworth–Maleny climb is your gateway to the Blackall Range and the heart of the loop. The gradients are steady but testing, and the views—jaw-dropping.
From there, the ride links together the best of the hinterland: Montville, Mapleton, and Palmwoods. You’ll dance along ridge lines with sweeping views of the Glass House Mountains and then dive into valleys along legendary climbs like Mons Rd, The Stampede, and Twin Peaks.
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