Location: Cairns Region
Top Things to do in Cairns Region
5 Beaches in Cairns Region That You Shouldn't Miss
The Cairns Region is a local government area in Far North Queensland, Queensland, Australia, centred on the regional centre of Cairns. It was established in 2008 by the amalgamation of the City of Cairns and the Shire of Douglas.
Restaurants in Cairns Region
1. Palm Cove Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,154 reviews
Reviewed By 71lynw
Nice clean beach on one side with Beach patrolled flagged area and the fishing jetty at the end great spot Amazing sunrises from the beachfront
2. Ellis Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By leonp303 - Noosaville, Australia
A rare find on the Captain Cook Highway. A swimming enclosure with Lifesavers. Beautiful water and a really great Tavern across the road for lunch. Well worth a stop for a couple if hours.
3. Yorkeys Knob Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By Bugsy333 - Blue Mountains, Australia
Just ideal to unwind and recharge after 3 weeks on the road. Villa Marine is a little bit of paradise. Fully self-contained unit dog friendly with all mod cons Peter the manager can’t do enough to make you feel at home. Mike and Debbie Blue Mountains NSW
4. Trinity Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,157 reviews
Reviewed By 425leighg
My wife, 4yr old daughter and I have been staying at the Coral Sands Beach Resort for 10 nights as part of a longer trip to Australia. My review should be taken in the context that it is not peak season and outside of school holidays too. The esplanade is clean and well kept with a good mix of people walking and jogging and taking in the lovely views. There are toilets pretty much at either end of the esplanade with various bbq and seating areas as well as water fountains along the esplanade. There is also a play park which appears well kept and maintained for those times when getting wet isn't an option but fun/entertainment is still required. There is also a foot rinse behind the lifeguard's hut. There is parking along the front although I don't know if they are free or permit controlled. The beach itself is lovely sand with numerous trees and shady areas at the top of beach for the perfect mix of sun and shade. It had enough people to create an atmosphere but everyone had more than enough space. The views, as other reviews have stated and shown, are quite stunning and there are very few cafes along the front (3 spread along the length that I could see) so it's nicely unspoilt and relaxed as well as beautiful. There is quite a steady slope into the sea although we only went in the stinger net/ life guard controlled area. The waves are frequently a good size which the kids and grown ups alike enjoy. The slope means that within a few metres of being in the water you can comfortably stand to waist to chest depth. This provided a good positon to hold our daughter as went through the waves together. Sometimes letting her float over them and sometimes lifting her over the much bigger ones. Of which there were quite a few. As a visitor I can't really comment with any qualification on the stinger net/Saltie aspects other than to say that I felt safe enough to enjoy the sea within these best efforts to keep everyone safe. The only challenge comes when trying to get said daughter out of the water when holding on to me. The force from the waves can be a challenge to making a dignified exit but no more. All in all about perfect. A lovely beach, unspoilt, well kept, friendly and easy to access. Enjoy, I wish it was within a few hours flight of home as it could have become a new favourite beach.
5. Nudey Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By 947PatriciaS - Prangins, Switzerland
Wow, this place was lovely, very secluded. Surprise...there is no sand! ...only beautiful pieces of coral, that have been worn away with time. Wear comfortable shoes for the hike. A well-prepared path however still requires some climbs and descents on uneven ground. Stinger suits (to protect from jellyfish) recommended certain times of the year, so do organize your rental upon arrival on the island and carry with you if you wish to swim or snorkel.
