Wooroonoran National Park is a sprawling 800 square kilometre (309 square mile) patch of paradise to the south of Cairns in North Queensland, Australia. It is a stunning place encompassing rivers, waterfalls, swimming holes, walking tacks, camping, a romantic couples retreat, mountain bike trails, … Continue reading 11 Reasons to Visit Wooroonooran National Park
Lake Eachem is a crater lake formed 12,000 years ago when magma exploded from the earth sort of like a squeezed pimple, leaving behind a pock mark. This pock mark filled with water. A diversity of plants sprung up around … Continue reading The Mystery of Lake Eachem
There are many great places to swim in the Mulgrave River that flows through Goldsborough Valley – the Ross and Locke Park, the Goldsborough Camping and Picnic site, and the causeway further upstream. All photographers have been credited with their Instagram … Continue reading Goldsborough Valley Swimming Holes near Cairns
Behana Gorge is a secluded water hole shrouded in rainforest with a waterfall and a clear deep pool for swimming in. As it’s not sign-posted, it’s tricky to find and it involves a 45 minute (3 km) uphill walk to … Continue reading Behana Gorge Swimming Hole near Cairns: Top Instagram Picks
Just 75 km (an hour) south of Cairns, nestled in the rainforest at the base of Mt. Bartle Frere (Queensland’s tallest mountain) is this magical swimming hole. It is reached via a paved rainforest path that takes you to the foot … Continue reading Josephine Falls Swimming Hole near Cairns: Top Instagram Picks
Babinda is a sugar cane town 59 km (45 mins) south of Cairns. Its main attraction is the cool clear waters of Babinda River. Upstream at Babinda Boulders, massive granite boulders line the banks and paved paths take you through … Continue reading Babinda Boulders Swimming Hole near Cairns: In Pictures
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