Five Mile Swimming Hole in Damper Creek, QLD — photo 1

Five Mile Swimming Hole

Damper Creek, QLD
At a glance
Rest AreaAccessibleNo PetsBBQToiletsFire PlaceSwimming

About this rest area

Five Mile Swimming Hole offers a tranquil and secure place for swimming enthusiasts, attracting visitors throughout the year. Its waters are free from threats like crocodiles, sharks, and stingers, providing a peaceful environment. Despite its relative safety, be sure to wear foot protection, such as sandshoes, due to the presence of bullrouts, a relative of the stonefish. Enjoy nature's beauty at its fullest while taking a dip in the refreshing waters of Five Mile Swimming Hole.

The Five Mile Swimming Hole is an exceptional haven for aquatic enthusiasts, cherished for its year-round accessibility and protection against hazards like crocs, sharks, and stingers. Located within a serene natural environment, this attraction frequently hosts visitors from around the world, adding a vibrant mix of multicultural experiences. Beware of bullrouts, underwater residents akin to the stone fish, and remember to keep your sandshoes on for protection. Authorities focus on ensuring safe, enjoyable experiences for all, reinforcing the swimming hole's reputation as the perfect outdoor adventure for water-lovers of all ages.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint 7.5km south of Cardwell, 45km north of Ingham on Bruce Highway. Turn west onto dirt road for approx. 700m.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Swimming

Facilities

Picnic Tables
BBQ
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Photo Opportunity
Bin
Wear foot protection while swimming
Day Rest Area
Walking
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area
Unknown feature
Fire Place

Location

Five Mile Swimming HoleBruce Highway, Damper Creek, QLD, 4849

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Bruce Highway

Damper Creek, QLD 4849

Five Mile Swimming Hole