Carlo Sandblow

National Parks and Reserves

Step into another world on the Carlo Sandblow walk, where shifting sands and sweeping views create a landscape unlike any other.
People walking on the sand at Carlo Sandblow
Carlo Sandblow Morning
People seating on the sand at Carlo Sandblow looking out at the ocean
A lady at Carlo Sandblow throwing sand in the area
Carlo Sandblow Overview
Carlo Sandblow
Carlo Sandblow Sunset
People swimming in the ocean at Carlo Sandblow
Located within the Cooloola Recreation Area of Great Sandy National Park, less than an hour from Gympie via Tin Can Bay Road. Carlo Sandblow is a natural marvel shaped by wind and time. Begin your journey from the Carlo car park just before Rainbow Beach, where a 600m trail leads through eucalypt and rainforest to a vast, windswept expanse of sand. From the summit, soak in a breathtaking 180-degree view of Rainbow Beach, the Coloured Sands, Double Island Point, K'gari, and the Inskip Peninsula. For those craving a longer bushwalk, a 2.8km (one way) track from the QPWS office offers a more immersive journey through the coastal forest. With birdlife, vibrant dunes, and a truly surreal atmosphere, this spot is a must-see in Queensland's coastal wilderness.

Lace up your walking shoes and experience the ever-changing beauty of Carlo Sandblow.

Information

Website

parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/cooloola/journeys/carlo-sandblow-walk

Address

Cooloola Drive, Queensland, 4581

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