Best Beaches near Alexandra Headland
About the Suburb
Explore 4 beaches near Alexandra Headland on the Sunshine Coast. The rocky headland divides two distinct beach breaks, while the grassy parkland above offers one of the best ocean outlooks between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore.
What Makes It Special
- •The headland park is a top spot for an afternoon picnic with ocean views
- •Locals call it "Alex" - a residential neighbourhood, not a tourist strip
- •Walking and cycling path connects Mooloolaba to Maroochydore via the headland
Getting There
90 minutes from Brisbane via the Bruce Highway. Free parking along Alexandra Parade. Walking distance from both Mooloolaba and Maroochydore. Bus routes along Aerodrome Road.
Best Time to Visit
March to May for clean north-east swell. The headland park is a great sunset spot year-round. Quieter than Mooloolaba even in summer.
Along the Coast
What's On
Horizon Festival
Annual · Next: Friday 1 May 2026
A major arts and culture festival held across Maroochydore, exploring the intersections of art, people, and place, with programming at beachfront, waterfront, and esplanade locations.
www.eloueratower.com.auCotton Tree Markets
Every Sunday · Next: Sunday 24 May 2026
A volunteer-run beachfront market on King Street in Cotton Tree, directly across from Cotton Tree Beach, featuring local artisans, designers, fresh produce, coffee, and handmade goods, with all proceeds supporting Bloomhill Cancer Care.
cottontree.markets