Is Alexandria Bay Noosa still a nudist beach?

Alexandria Bay is located on the eastern side of the Noosa Heads National Park. It is by far Queensland’s most popular free beach and has been used for nude swimming and sunbathing for many years.

How do I get to Alexandria Bay?

Access Alexandria Bay Walk from Parkedge Road in Sunshine Beach:

Walk 150m from the bus stop on Solway Drive (near Surf Street) to the start of the walking track.
Cycle along council shared pathways outside the national park.
Drive to Parkedge Road (limited street parking).

Is Noosa a rich area?

The exclusive seaside village of Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast, has long been a favourite holiday spot for the world’s rich and famous.

What does Noosa mean in Australia?

The name Noosa came from the Aboriginal word meaning “shadows” or “shade”. This is most probably a reference to the relief the tall forests of the area offered from the sun. The Kabi tribe had been visiting the Noosa area for 40 000 years before Europeans first arrived in the 1800s.

Is there a nudist beach on Magnetic Island?

There are no official nudist beaches in Queensland but Balding is a well known unofficial nudist beach. Either way it is worth as the beach is usually very quiet, stunningly picturesque. Some shade at either end of the beach and between the rocks in the middle.

Is Noosa expensive to live in?

“Very expensive place to live.” Noosa Heads is predominently a holiday destination and the real estate is very expensive. In fact, most residents live just behind the hills of Noosa Heads in Sunshine Beach or further south in the residential areas leading down to Coolum.

Is Noosa a good investment?

Experts have been hailing Noosaville as the hottest place in the nation to buy, sell, or invest in real estate. Noosaville real estate is one of the best opportunities for capital growth because of its liveability, affordability and future economic prospects.

What does Noosa stand for?

‘Noosa’ meaning Place of beautiful beaches and surf on the Sunshine Coast.

Is Noosa an Aboriginal word?

It is widely accepted that the name Noosa comes from the local Aboriginal word “Noothera” or “Gnuthuru”, in the Kabi Kabi language, for shadow or shady place.

How do you get to Radical Bay in Magnetic Island?

Radical Bay can be access via the Radical Bay Road which is suitable for 4WD or walking only. There is also a walking track from the eastern end of Horseshoe Bay beach that takes you over the hill through the eucalyptus forest to Radical Bay.

How do you get to Balding Bay from Magnetic Island?

In the event of a high tide, the beach track is inaccessible and the track can be accessed behind the Horseshoe Bay shops in Henry Lawson Drive. The track climbs up through the eucalpyt forest and a left turn takes you down through a series of rocky creeks and onto stunning Balding Bay.

Is Noosa posh?

Noosa is classy in a way that few towns on the Australian east coast are. It is upmarket, classy and fashionable in a land where downmarket egalitarianism rules supreme.

What’s the name of the beach in Noosa?

Alexandria Bay (known as “A-Bay” by the locals) is a three-kilometre walk taking you past Hell’s Gates, in Noosa National Park. You can expect on most days, that beachgoers at Alexandria Bay will be wearing little to no swimmers. Yes, you read that correctly, A-Bay is somewhat of a nudist beach, yet in an unofficial sense.

Where to go to swim in Alexandria Bay?

The beach is unpatrolled so take a quick plunge rather than a long swim. Park at McAnally Drive in Sunshine Beach and take the track into Noosa National Park. It’s about a 20 minute walk to reach Alexandria Bay.

Where are the toilets at Noosa Heads National Park?

The beach is on the eastern side of Noosa Heads National Park. Access is from several directs but all include a walk. Facilities Nearby: There are no facilities near the spot. The closest toilets are behind Tea Tree Bay to the west.

Are there any public toilets at Alexandria Bay?

Access is from several directs but all include a walk. Facilities Nearby: There are no facilities near the spot. The closest toilets are behind Tea Tree Bay to the west. Other Activities: There is excellent snorkelling and diving in the area and the national park has some lovely bushwalking trails.