Noosa, Queensland, Australia
The Noosa Marathon attracts about 3,000 finishers each June along Queensland's Sunshine Coast hinterland and coastal roads. The course passes Noosa National Park approaches, the Noosa River, and the Hastings Street resort area. June mild winter weather and a mix of coastal and hinterland scenery make it a popular Queensland destination marathon.
Noosa Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Noosa Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 June 2027 with a 6:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with coastal hills layout.
The Noosa Marathon is a Sunshine Coast loop starting and finishing around Noosa Heads and Hastings Street, passing the Noosa River, national park approaches, and hinterland roads. The river and coastal sections are the easiest because they flow well on moderate terrain, while the hinterland climbs are the tougher work; crowd support is strongest around Hastings Street, along the Noosa River, and at the finish.
The Noosa Marathon course is rolling with coastal hills over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.
The Noosa Marathon uses open registration at noosamarathon.com.au with no ballot or qualifying time. Sign-up for the June race on Queensland's Sunshine Coast typically opens early in the year. The coastal course draws holiday runners and can sell out before race day.
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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