Are there crocodiles at Ellis Beach?
The signs were the first notice staff at Ellis Beach Bar & Grill received of a croc sighting. The team at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows immediately warned all their guests to stay clear of the ocean’s edge and not to go swimming under any circumstances.
Can you swim at Ellis Beach?
However, stinger nets are provided by the Ellis Beach Life Saving Club, located just 200m north of the park. This ensures that you are able to swim safely in the water, all year round. Our outdoor pool is available all year round.
Who owns Ellis Beach Caravan Park?
Bellbird Park Developments Pty Ltd
Bellbird Park Developments Pty Ltd which has operated Ellis Beach Bungalows and Caravan Park and the Ellis Beach Bar and Grill for many years, initially lodged the application in 2012.
Can you swim at Trinity beach?
The beach is very safe for swimming and like all Aussie beaches has lifeguards on duty and, in our tropical summer from November to May, a stinger-proof enclosure for protected swimming.
Is there crocodiles in Palm Cove?
There are occasional, but regular sightings of crocodiles of various sizes at Palm Cove. Swim only where the locals swim.
Is Ellis Beach Safe?
A great little beach with calm waters for this part of the coast. Can get stingers in season and there are crocodile warning signs for certain times of year but generally safe and busy. Perfect beach. Water and sand are pristine.
Are there crocodiles in Trinity Beach?
There are crocs in the far north and yes one was spotted at trinity beach but to put things in to perspective you have got more chance of being hit on the head from a falling coconut than you have of even seeing a croc. Trinity is the best swimming beach in Cairns and the most beautiful too.
Are there Stingers at Trinity Beach?
Yes there are stinger nets but these are designed to stop the Box Jellyfish which is a fairly large jellyfish.
Are there sharks in Palm Cove?
Fishermen regularly catch small sharks on Holloways beach, mainly newborn hammerheads. Tiny little black tip reef sharks patrol the mangroves at high tide on Double Island off Palm Cove. Larger sharks are also present and other people sometimes see them.
Can you swim in the ocean at Palm Cove?
Swimming at Palm Cove is absolutely possible! It’s recommended that you swim at Palm Cove Beach when waves are low. When waves are high, the currents can become quite dangerous, practising basic beach safety is recommended with these conditions. Never enter waters that appear too choppy or strong.
How long is Ellis Beach?
5km
Nearby Ellis Beach, a tiny 5km stretch of coast, is best known for its surf club and camping facilities. Manually change land levels within coastal inundation hazard areas to reduce risk for new or upgraded public assets.