Babinda Boulders
Babinda Boulders
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- Alix VSydney, Australia232 contributionsPerfect picnic and swim spotWe stumbled across this completely by accident and so thankful that we did. Babinda Boulders is a large, picturesque and clean swimming spot. The picnic spot is absolutely delightful and is equipped with bbqs, toilets and plenty of shade.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 10, 2024
- Cat J AMelbourne, Australia421 contributionsCool and tranquilWorth a drive to this beautiful place if you’re in the area. Free to enter, lots of car parking, toilets, covered picnic tables and a little playground for kids. Take your swimming gear to take a dip in the tranquil area adjacent to the car park which was cool and clear and almost empty on the day we visited. Talk a walk along the path to the boulders but take decent footwear as the path can be slippery in parts. Stop at the bakery on the way home!Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 23, 2024
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,659 contributionsBabinda Boulders are quite beautifulThe Babinda Boulders are a short drive from the township of Babinda, which is on the way to Mission Beach. The Babinda Boulders are quite beautiful, they are surrounded by water, and they are popular with visitors, both locals and travelers. The Babinda Boulders site was donated by the landowners, the Cottone family. There is also a memorial to a United States air force bomber which accidentally crashed in the area on return from Papua New Guinea during World War II.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 13, 2024
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cheryl a
Branxton, Australia84 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Wow, my sister had suggested we call in here on our visit to Nth Queensland. So glad we did, they are spectacular, I had seen photos but they just don’t do the boulders justice. The scale of the boulders can’t be shown in photos, do not miss this spectacular site.
Written July 25, 2020
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Steph G
Adelaide, Australia314 contributions
Aug 2022
We decided to have a look at this place on a whim, whilst having a drive from Cairns to Innisfail. I'm so glad we did! About 7 km out of Babinda, there is an attractive car park, with toilets, changing rooms and BBQs. A short walk to the waterhole, which looked so peaceful and inviting for a swim (we were there in August, I'm sure in summer it's full of tourists!). The walk to the Devils Pool lookout is a must -it's a bit of a hike, but easy walking and the views along the way are spectacular.
So glad we stopped to visit!
Only downside to the visit was that we went on a Sunday and Babinda (which is only a little town) is virtually closed! There was only one eatery open and of course it was packed at lunchtime, so the town didn't get any of our tourist dollars!
So glad we stopped to visit!
Only downside to the visit was that we went on a Sunday and Babinda (which is only a little town) is virtually closed! There was only one eatery open and of course it was packed at lunchtime, so the town didn't get any of our tourist dollars!
Written August 22, 2022
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Michelle R
Engadine, Australia397 contributions
Jun 2022
There was a huge carpark and lots of trails to take around the park. Also showers and toilets in the area. It is not a long walk out to Babinda swimming hole and it is worth it. What a beautiful spot. Shame it was drizzle rain and cold on the day we went but there was still lots of people swimming and walking the trails.
Well worth the drive
Well worth the drive
Written August 10, 2022
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Saminda E
Grafton, Australia157 contributions
Sep 2022
Beautiful place to visit. Make sure you take your swimmers (to swim in the calm swimming hole at the picnic grounds) but also make sure you do the devil pools walk to view the lookouts over the boulders (make sure to visit both lookouts, last one is the best).
Tip - take insect repellent, the march flies are shocking. Make sure kids don't grab any of the plants along the walk, when we went a girl grabbed a plant and got hurt by the spikes, she was in a lot of pain.
Tip - take insect repellent, the march flies are shocking. Make sure kids don't grab any of the plants along the walk, when we went a girl grabbed a plant and got hurt by the spikes, she was in a lot of pain.
Written October 9, 2022
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Boyd J
Maleny, Australia1,759 contributions
Jul 2020
A very popular spot for a swim and also a well developed walkway provides the opportunity to be mesmerized by the waters rushing through the boulders and rapids. Very soothing and very picturesque. The walk is not difficult and we encountered people of all ages and fitness levels. Also has extensive picnic grounds. Only swim in the designated areas though!!
Written July 14, 2020
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Josephine Richards
Melbourne, Australia35 contributions
Jan 2023
We visited the Babinda Boulders during this holiday, we had driven past on previous holidays.
A lovely walk and to see the river and rocks after all the recent heavy rains was spectacular.
You can swim at the camp ground end of the park if you don't mind the cold water but you're not allowed in the water down near the boulders because it's too dangerous.
The walk through the tropical forest is interesting with lots of plants, animals and birds.
There is no food there so you have to take your own, we stopped at the Babinda bakery on the way there. I recommend the curry pie LOL
A lovely walk and to see the river and rocks after all the recent heavy rains was spectacular.
You can swim at the camp ground end of the park if you don't mind the cold water but you're not allowed in the water down near the boulders because it's too dangerous.
The walk through the tropical forest is interesting with lots of plants, animals and birds.
There is no food there so you have to take your own, we stopped at the Babinda bakery on the way there. I recommend the curry pie LOL
Written January 18, 2023
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missyAustralia
australia342 contributions
Aug 2020
What a pleasant surprise ! We followed the tourist signs from the highway when passing through.... with no expectations of what we were going to see ,& were so happy that we took the opportunity to see The Boulders.
Sunny blue sky with not a cloud in sight ....perfect day ....the sun glistened & sparkled on the water & rock formations.The sounds of the bird life, the water running & little waterfalls was so peaceful, not many people there & so picturesque.
Easy to view & well worthwhile, highly recommended.
Missy-Gail
Sunny blue sky with not a cloud in sight ....perfect day ....the sun glistened & sparkled on the water & rock formations.The sounds of the bird life, the water running & little waterfalls was so peaceful, not many people there & so picturesque.
Easy to view & well worthwhile, highly recommended.
Missy-Gail
Written August 6, 2020
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Belinda E
Brisbane, Australia478 contributions
Oct 2020
We were actually disappointed in the Boulders. Probably because it's easy to get the wrong idea from the many beautiful photos you see online! Easy walking trails and the walk to the Devils Pool is nice. The issue is really with the Boulders themselves. Most of the amazing photos you see of people swimming at Boulders are taken in an area which is now clearly marked as "not for swimming". You are not allowed to swim at the actual Boulders. The recommended swimming area is further down and is, quite frankly, really average. Still a worthwhile stop if you are relaxed with your schedule but if you are pushed for time skip this one completely and head straight for Josephine Falls or one of the other amazing places in the region.
Written October 14, 2020
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jebskulker
Sydney, NSW2,038 contributions
May 2021
A 10 to 15-minute walk or so from the carpark, there is a small lookout, and a larger lookout down further, both are worth visiting. The track is paved with a few mild inclines along the way, so it can be walked in thongs but it depends on if someone is comfortable up and down mild hills well in thongs, shoes might be better. It's a lovely leisurely walk through the forest with great views. There is space in the carpark to have a meal, with tables and toilets available.
Written July 4, 2021
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Cat J A
Melbourne, Australia421 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
Worth a drive to this beautiful place if you’re in the area. Free to enter, lots of car parking, toilets, covered picnic tables and a little playground for kids. Take your swimming gear to take a dip in the tranquil area adjacent to the car park which was cool and clear and almost empty on the day we visited. Talk a walk along the path to the boulders but take decent footwear as the path can be slippery in parts. Stop at the bakery on the way home!
Written January 23, 2024
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I’ve seen pictures of people swimming in the rock pools here that could fit like two people in it, maybe 3. Is this in the place where its safe to swim or is that the area that you cant swim and all the deaths occur?
Written August 6, 2019
I agree withVTJedi's response. The parking area is at the top of the park, and beyond the lawn is the river access where it's wide and relatively shallow water. In May, the river was flowing slowly so this was a nice and safe place to go into the water. The rock pools are downstream a bit and there are walkways to get there. Swimming there is discouraged. If the river has a lot of water flowing in it, then the rock pools would really be dangerous for swimming. Babinda Boulders is a really nice place to visit regardless of how much water is flowing in the river.
Written August 7, 2019
Ianwilson2k19
Dufftown, United Kingdom
Is there any where for good fishing in the area ?
Written July 15, 2019
No fishing right there but you are so close to Cairns that has sooo many places to fish👍
Written July 18, 2019
Hi, do you know if its possible to book into the campsite?
Written October 9, 2018
Hi there, no bookings available here. It’s just rock up and find a spot 🤘
Written October 10, 2018
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