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Freshwater Creek Swimming Spot – Freshwater Creek loop from Cairns

Freshwater Creek Swimming Spot – Freshwater Creek loop from Cairns

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Freshwater Creek Swimming Spot – Freshwater Creek loop from Cairns

01:32

31.6km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 23 m for 2 m

After 31.6 km for 2 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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20.0 km

Freshwater Creek Swimming Spot

Highlight • River

This is a popular local swimming area with clear freshwater pools and shady banks in a relaxed natural setting. Nestled right along the path, it’s a refreshing place to cool off, especially during warmer months.

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20.6 km

Freshwater Creek

Highlight • River

Freshwater Creek runs through a shaded corridor of tropical vegetation with clear, shallow sections over rocks and sand. In parts, the trail comes right down to the water, with small …

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20.8 km

Goomboora Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Goomboora Park combines open grassed areas with sections of tropical vegetation along Freshwater Creek. The park includes sports fields, walking paths, and picnic areas, with access points leading down to the creek.

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27.4 km

Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

The Cairns Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise and an education centre on Australia's flora and horticulture. The gardens are free to visit and open every day from 7:30 am …

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31.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

11.1 km

2.86 km

2.56 km

545 m

365 m

Surfaces

20.4 km

11.2 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 11 July

26°C

13°C

15 %

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Freshwater Creek

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Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre

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