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 Hole•Bruce Highway, Damper Creek, QLD, 4849

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY☀️
20° / 20°
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MON🌦️
25° / 20°
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TUE🌦️
27° / 19°
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WED🌦️
25° / 20°
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THU🌦️
25° / 21°
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Common questions about Five Mile Swimming Hole

What facilities does Five Mile Swimming Hole have?

Five Mile Swimming Hole has accessible, photo opportunity, bin, wear foot protection while swimming, day rest area and walking. That is the short list; 14 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Five Mile Swimming Hole?

No. The record for Five Mile Swimming Hole lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.

Can you book Five Mile Swimming Hole online?

We hold no online booking link for Five Mile Swimming Hole, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Five Mile Swimming Hole?

Five Mile Swimming Hole sits in Damper Creek, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Five Mile Swimming Hole

Facilities recorded for Five Mile Swimming Hole
FacilityOn site
AccessibleYes
Photo OpportunityYes
BinYes
Wear foot protection while swimmingYes
Day Rest AreaYes
WalkingYes
No PetsYes
Picnic TablesYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Day Use AreaYes
BBQYes
Yes
ShadeYes
ToiletsYes
Fire PlaceYes
SwimmingYes

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Bruce Highway

Damper Creek, QLD 4849

Five Mile Swimming Hole