Welcome to Ellis Beach — a scenic, sandy beach backed by rainforest and rock formations. With a patrolled swimming area, beachfront camping, and dramatic coastal beauty, it’s a favourite for photographers and road trippers.

Beach Information

  • 🏖️ Best Time to Visit: May to October for dry weather and calm seas.
  • 🐠 Marine Stingers: High risk November to May; use stinger nets where provided.
  • 🚩 Lifeguard Patrol: Patrolled during stinger season at designated areas.
  • 🐕 Dog Friendly: On-leash permitted outside patrolled areas; check signage.
  • 🛠️ Facilities: Toilets, picnic tables, BBQs, shaded seating, walking paths, parking.
  • Accessibility: Limited — sandy access, some parking and picnic facilities nearby.
  • 🏘️ Closest Town: Palm cove — Distance: 5 km
  • ✈️ Closest Airport: Cairns Airport — Distance: ~5km
  • 🌦️ Typical Weather: Tropical; hot, humid summers with wet season (Nov–Apr), warm, dry winters (May–Oct).

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