Guidebook for Bramston Beach and local areas

Parks & Nature

Eubenangee Swamp National Park

The Eubenangee Swamp National Park is one of the most important wetland areas between Cooktown and Ingham. It contains a number of rare plant species and plays an important role in the conservation of the region’s wildlife, in particular birds. The swamp is one of the best bird watching spots in far north Queensland, but you will almost always spot butterflies, turtles and crocodiles as well. Turn off at Mirriwinni on to the Bramston Beach Road, and travel about 9 kilometers to the sign-posted turnoff. A 1 kilometre walking track allows visitors to explore Eubenangee’s fascinating wetlands and an outstanding view of Mt Bartle Frere. There are no facilities except for the walking track.

Eubenangee Swamp National Park

The Eubenangee Swamp National Park is one of the most important wetland areas between Cooktown and Ingham. It contains a number of rare plant species and plays an important role in the conservation of the region’s wildlife, in particular birds. The swamp is one of the best bird watching spots in far north Queensland, but you will almost always spot butterflies, turtles and crocodiles as well. Turn off at Mirriwinni on to the Bramston Beach Road, and travel about 9 kilometers to the sign-posted turnoff. A 1 kilometre walking track allows visitors to explore Eubenangee’s fascinating wetlands and an outstanding view of Mt Bartle Frere. There are no facilities except for the walking track.

Josephine Falls

A short walk from the car park enables visitors to view Josephine Falls. For the more adventurous, Josephine Falls provides a gateway to the Bartle Frere trail. Josephine Falls walking track (Grade: easy) Distance: 1.2 km return Time: Allow about 30 mins walking time Details: From the car park the track leads you through lush tropical rainforest, to viewing decks overlooking Josephine Creek and falls. Viewing platforms offer excellent views and opportunities for photography. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top pool. Do not enter the restricted access area (PDF, 78K) around the top of the falls. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Penalties apply.

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Josephine Falls

LOT 1 Josephine Falls Walk

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A short walk from the car park enables visitors to view Josephine Falls. For the more adventurous, Josephine Falls provides a gateway to the Bartle Frere trail. Josephine Falls walking track (Grade: easy) Distance: 1.2 km return Time: Allow about 30 mins walking time Details: From the car park the track leads you through lush tropical rainforest, to viewing decks overlooking Josephine Creek and falls. Viewing platforms offer excellent views and opportunities for photography. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top pool. Do not enter the restricted access area (PDF, 78K) around the top of the falls. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Penalties apply.

Bartle Frere (North Peak)

Bartle Frere trail to Broken Nose (Grade: difficult) Distance: 10 km return Time: Allow about 8 hrs walking time Details: The Broken Nose trail is a section of the Bartle Frere trail, departing from Josephine Falls. It is very steep. Read more about the Bartle Frere trail.

Bartle Frere (North Peak)

Bartle Frere trail to Broken Nose (Grade: difficult) Distance: 10 km return Time: Allow about 8 hrs walking time Details: The Broken Nose trail is a section of the Bartle Frere trail, departing from Josephine Falls. It is very steep. Read more about the Bartle Frere trail.

Rocas de Babinda

The Boulders is a popular cool swimming and picnic area in the tropical rainforest in the foothills of Bartle Frere (Chooreechillum), at 1622m, Queensland’s highest mountain. The Boulders area is named for a series of huge outcrops of granite boulders found along Babinda Creek amongst volumes of sparkling, cascading, cool, clear mountain water. With an exceedingly high average annual rainfall of 4614mm, the surge of water in the creek as it thunders through the Boulders adds to the wild beauty of the region. The creek is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest with a myriad of trees, ferns, vines, fungi, moss and lichen. The main park contains covered picnic areas, barbecues, toilets.

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Rocas de Babinda

1 Munro St

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The Boulders is a popular cool swimming and picnic area in the tropical rainforest in the foothills of Bartle Frere (Chooreechillum), at 1622m, Queensland’s highest mountain. The Boulders area is named for a series of huge outcrops of granite boulders found along Babinda Creek amongst volumes of sparkling, cascading, cool, clear mountain water. With an exceedingly high average annual rainfall of 4614mm, the surge of water in the creek as it thunders through the Boulders adds to the wild beauty of the region. The creek is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest with a myriad of trees, ferns, vines, fungi, moss and lichen. The main park contains covered picnic areas, barbecues, toilets.

Golden Hole (Biggs Recreational Reserve)

Golden Hole (Biggs Recreation Reserve) is located on the Russell River, 1.5 km from the Josephine Falls turnoff. It is located at the foot of Mt Bartle Frere, and has great views of Queensland’s tallest mountain. This recreation area has a large open grassed area with a covered picnic table. A toilet block is located nearby. The river is close by and is a popular fishing spot. Swimming and canoeing are also popular, but there is a crocodile warning sign posted.

Golden Hole (Biggs Recreational Reserve)

Biggs Road

Golden Hole (Biggs Recreation Reserve) is located on the Russell River, 1.5 km from the Josephine Falls turnoff. It is located at the foot of Mt Bartle Frere, and has great views of Queensland’s tallest mountain. This recreation area has a large open grassed area with a covered picnic table. A toilet block is located nearby. The river is close by and is a popular fishing spot. Swimming and canoeing are also popular, but there is a crocodile warning sign posted.

Bramston Beach

A lovely quiet and peaceful beach 5km drive from Four Winds, a beautiful place to take a relaxing walk. During stinger season a net is put out for swimming. Be aware of possible crocodile sightings.

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Bramston Beach

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A lovely quiet and peaceful beach 5km drive from Four Winds, a beautiful place to take a relaxing walk. During stinger season a net is put out for swimming. Be aware of possible crocodile sightings.

Etty Bay beach

A beautiful place to take a relaxing walk, no dogs are allowed due to the Cassowaries. Drive carefully on the way out to Etty Bay as you can often come across cassowaries on the road. There are toilets, a small convenience store, caravan park and life saving club. During stinger season a net is put out for swimming. Be aware of possible crocodile sightings. There is no mobile reception once you enter Etty Bay.

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Etty Bay beach

Etty Bay Road

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A beautiful place to take a relaxing walk, no dogs are allowed due to the Cassowaries. Drive carefully on the way out to Etty Bay as you can often come across cassowaries on the road. There are toilets, a small convenience store, caravan park and life saving club. During stinger season a net is put out for swimming. Be aware of possible crocodile sightings. There is no mobile reception once you enter Etty Bay.