Welcome to Clifton Beach — a peaceful, residential beach ideal for walking, quiet reflection, and beachside picnics. With golden sand and minimal commercial development, it’s a tranquil alternative to busier northern beaches.
Beach Information
- 🏖️ Best Time to Visit: May to October for dry-season sunshine, calm seas, and lower humidity.
- 🐠 Marine Stingers: High risk from November to May; swim only in stinger nets during this period.
- 🚩 Lifeguard Patrol: Patrolled during stinger season at the netted swimming area.
- 🐕 Dog Friendly: On-leash permitted outside of patrolled and netted areas; check local signage.
- 🛠️ Facilities: Toilets, picnic tables, BBQs, shaded seating, walking paths, parking.
- ♿ Accessibility: Partially accessible with paths and ramps; beach entry is sandy.
- 🏘️ Closest Town: Palm Cove — Distance: ~5 km
- ✈️ Closest Airport: Cairns Airport — Distance: ~20 km
- 🌦️ Typical Weather: Tropical climate; hot, humid summers and warm, dry winters with cooling sea breezes.