With over 600 public green spaces in Cairns, it’s not too hard to find a picnic spot, many also have electric BBQs which are free to use and maintained by the council. A couple of these places, like Goomboola Park, only have wood fire BBQ’s so be sure to check this out in advance. Here are some of our favorites
Machans Beach
Cairns’ Closest Beach Machans Beach is Cairns Closest beach, approximately a 10 minutes drive north…
Kewarra Beach
Kewarra Beach A hidden gem, popular with the locals. With a wide sandy beach, beautiful…
Ellis Beach
Ellis beach is a beautiful beach located less than 10 mins north of Palm Cove….
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is Cairns most popular beach – and for good reason – it is…
Lake Eacham
Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest Lake Eacham has amazing clear blue / green water which…
Harvey Creek Scenic Reserve
Beautiful Clear Waters! Harvey Creek Scenic Reserve. This popular swimming hole is located approx. 40…
Cairns Botanic Gardens
The Cairns Botanic Gardens These gardens are huge, encompassing 38ha. The main part of the…
George Davis Park – Mossman
George Davis Park in Mossman – Playground | Pump track | Skate park Located in…
Yorkeys Knob Beach
Yorkeys Knob Beach A Hidden Gem – Cairns Northern Beaches yorkeys Knob Beach – 20…
The 5 Best Port Douglas Playgrounds
The 5 best playgrounds in Port Douglas Port Douglas, an hour north of Cairns is…
Sugarworld Parklands and Playground Edmonton
The Sugarworld Playground and Parklands in Edmonton Cairns, is a beautiful spot with magnificent surrounds,…
Cairns Skate Park on the Esplanade
The Cairns Skate Park on the esplanade The skate park on the Esplanade, (conveniently located…
Centenary Lakes Nature Play
Nature Playground Cairns The Centenary Lakes Nature Playground is a wonderful play environment for young…
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach – Cairns Northern Beaches Trinity Beach is a beautiful and stunning beach, ideal…
Fig Tree Playground
Cairns Ultimate Tree House! The fig tree playground is really one of a kind. Built…
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach Clifton Beach is a beautiful quiet beach, with palm trees, a sandy beach…
Goomboora Park
Rainy Mountain Park Smithfield
This modern and bright playground is perfect for kids of all ages. Kids will love…
Yorkeys Knob Adventure Playground
Yorkeys Knob Adventure playground is an all ages, all abilities nature playground in the beautiful…
Fun Ship Playground
The Fun Ship parkland and playground, at the far northern end of the Cairns Esplanade,…
Muddy’s Playground
Without a doubt, Muddy’s playground and splash park on the Cairns Esplanade would have to…
Jalarra Park and Playground
Jalarra Park and playground is a hidden gem located in Strafford approximately 15 minutes from…
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
The Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is undoubtedly one of the best FREE things to do for…