Discover Pomona

Pomona combines culture and local history with markets and outdoor activities. When choosing a destination, you can consider these highlights separately: in town, the museum, Majestic Theatre and a historic walk take centre stage; nearby, there are trails and Mt Cooroora. This makes it easy to tailor your stay to what you want to do – from exploring local history to getting active outdoors.

Culture and local history

The Noosa Museum features historical and Indigenous exhibitions. If you’re interested in these topics, check which exhibitions are currently on display before your visit. This makes the museum a specific cultural stop to include in your plans.

The historic Majestic Theatre is in Pomona and is described as the world’s oldest continuously operating silent movie theatre. This distinction draws attention to film history and gives the theatre a place of its own alongside the museum’s exhibitions.

The Pomona Heritage Walk is a historic, self-guided walk through Pomona. It passes historic buildings in town and adds a walking tour focused on local history along the route to the area’s cultural offerings. The museum, theatre and walk offer different points of interest: exhibitions, cinema history and historic buildings in town.

Trails and activities nearby

Nearby Mt Cooroora is a destination for a challenging climb to the summit. From there, you can enjoy 360-degree panoramic views, including views of the coastal lakes and dunes of the Cooloola Recreation Area. Bear in mind the challenging nature of the climb when planning this activity, and check current trail conditions before setting out.

At the foot of Mt Cooroora, there are shared trails for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers. The summit climb and these trails are different ways to spend time on the mountain: one focuses on the challenging route to the summit, the other on the shared trails at its foot. Here too, check current trail conditions before setting out.

Pomona is also a starting point for the nearby Noosa Trail Network. The network extends through the hinterland and offers opportunities for cycling and horse riding. This adds another outdoor option to the trails at Mt Cooroora. If you’re weighing up the options, consider the differences described: a summit climb with views, trails at the foot of the mountain, or a trail network through the hinterland. Before setting out, check the latest details for the trail you plan to use.

Markets and an annual festival

The Pomona Country Markets are held every Saturday. This regular event may factor into your stay’s timing; check the latest market arrangements before visiting. Nearby Mt Cooroora is also the setting for the annual King of the Mountain Festival. This is a recurring event in addition to the weekly market day. If you’d like to plan your trip around the festival, check the latest event details separately.

To decide whether Pomona suits your travel plans, you can compare culture, market dates and outdoor activities as different areas of focus. If you’re looking for a hotel for your stay, first consider which of these aspects of the destination matters most to you.

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