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).