This scenic drive meanders through the Blackall Range, the emerald green hills that surround the beaches and resort villages of the Sunshine Coast. Along this tour you will find quaint villages along the hillsides along with stores, cafes and galleries. To the far southern end of the tour is the sculptural majesty of the Glass House Mountains. This picturesque drive can be done in a day but if you care to stay overnight there are many accommodations available.

Start at Noosa Heads which is the epicenter of the Sunshine Coast and a fashionable resort town set on lovely Laguna Bay at the mouth of the Noosa Village. Here there are dramatic cliff top vantage points to view the terrific sandy beaches. From here head to Eumundi, a 19th century timber town which marks the ascent into the hills. On Wednesday and Saturday mornings the town hosts a wonderful market boasting local produce, arts and crafts .Next on the trip is Yandina , the home of the Ginger Factory- both a factory and a Theme Park. Ginger is a major local crop and the factory has combined its operations with a range of experiences for visitors to see how ginger is processed. You can watch cooking demonstrations and purchase jam and other treats plus ride the historic Queensland Cane Train and wander in the beautiful sub-tropical gardens.

Mapleton is next on the tour, but be sure to take a side stop to experience Dulong Lookout. These exhilarating views of the rolling green hills and the dense forest ar worth the time. Mapleton Hills National Park is another stop along the way which should not be missed for it’s preserved rainforest alone. Just south of Flaxton is the turn off to Kondalilla National park. This is a small park with over 100 known species of birdlife, another waterfall and a rockpool for swimming.

Gerrard Lookout is located between Montville and Maleny at an astonishing 375 meters above sea level. The views here span from Caloundra to Noosa and just a bit further are views of Lake Baroon and the Kenilworth forest views. Mountain view road offers views of the Glass House Mountains which are all identified with proper signage.

The old Gympie Road is the one that cuts directly through the Glass House Mountains. The 16 volcanic plugs and plains of the Glass house Mountains are as high as 556 meters. Rock climbing is a necessity for exploring this area.

Many travelers looking for the right Sunshine Coast accommodation start by searching the internet. Online you can search for just the right Sunshine Coast hotels to fit the needs of your group for your next vacation.