Four Mile Beach
Four Mile Beach
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ScubaDiverRick
Sioux Falls145 contributions
Feb 2020
It was a hot, humid February 2020. The low surf brought in only a rare half clam shell at best. Locals advised not to go swimming becasue of the jellyfish, especially around sunset. They advised not to go into the "safe zone" ringed by floatable noodles as well. Locals and seasonal visitors also advised about crocs -- which I did not see.
Written 23 February 2020
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Tim O
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Nov 2023 • Couples
We’ve visited and swum at Four Mile Beach many times over the years, but I couldn’t believe the umbrellas and deck hairs that have been jammed onto the beach of the netted swimming area! It effectively limited you to squeezing in between two adjacent ‘units’ (with another immediately behind you). And to add insult to injury, the private operator was charging $40! It was like the worst of Europe, where they jam in squadrons of chairs. The great tradition in Australia is to lay your towels down on the sand (it is comfortable for most Aussies), maybe with an umbrella or cabana these days. I felt sorry for the overseas tourists who sat down and got ambushed by the private operator. The water was absolutely beautiful the day we were there (mid-November). The weather was great, but please, please take away those awful plastic chairs so we can have our beach back.
Written 26 November 2023
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sanchdog
Brisbane, Australia955 contributions
Sept 2020
Wonderful pristine beach, great for a walk at any time of the day. Great early in the morning when it is virtually empty and great in the late afternoon as the sun is setting. Very busy during the middle of the day.
Great to leave the car at one end of the beach and do the whole 4 mile beach walk and back again.
At the Port Douglas end, the beach is patrolled with full life-saver facilities with umbrellas, beach chairs etc to hire. Free change rooms and showers available.
Great to leave the car at one end of the beach and do the whole 4 mile beach walk and back again.
At the Port Douglas end, the beach is patrolled with full life-saver facilities with umbrellas, beach chairs etc to hire. Free change rooms and showers available.
Written 3 October 2020
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BlueMaharaja
London, UK85 contributions
Jan 2020
Looks like a tropical paradise - but a potentially deadly one. Especially during the summer month you cannot dip into the water (apart from a small net area), as you would risk being (potentially fatally) stung by jellyfish. There are also some occasional crocodile sightings. The advantage is, that you can have a large stretch of beautiful white sand beach almost for yourself ...
Written 1 January 2020
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kitty_kattp
Banstead, UK389 contributions
Feb 2020
A wonderful place for a walk and to meet locals.
I frequented the beach morning and evening for a stroll on my recent trip to Port Douglas. The locals were super friendly and it was such a pleasant walk.
The beach is very clean and well maintained.
I cannot speak about swimming as it was stinger season :( and did not get an opportunity.
A little tip for anyone who loves nature and/or birds... of an evening, head towards the end of four mile beach away from the port end toward the mangroves at sunset and you will find flocks of rainbow bee-eaters gathering there - quite a sight!
I frequented the beach morning and evening for a stroll on my recent trip to Port Douglas. The locals were super friendly and it was such a pleasant walk.
The beach is very clean and well maintained.
I cannot speak about swimming as it was stinger season :( and did not get an opportunity.
A little tip for anyone who loves nature and/or birds... of an evening, head towards the end of four mile beach away from the port end toward the mangroves at sunset and you will find flocks of rainbow bee-eaters gathering there - quite a sight!
Written 27 March 2020
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pegmcmillan
Kilcoy, Australia49 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
What a beautiful beach this would be when it is clean. Because we have arrived after some stormy weather, cyclone, there is a lot of debris on the beach. Sea weed and drift wood. There is a swimming section (flags) which is patrolled by life savers. We have walked on the beach everyday, so have quite a few other people. Joggers and bike riders also share this amazing stretch of beautiful coastline.
Written 6 March 2020
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qiutianran
Sydney62 contributions
July 2020
Beautiful beach - a bit cold to swim in July but lovely for a walk. A few good cafes on the waterfront, and a nice walk up to the look outs from the northern end of the beach (don't have to take the full Flagstaff hill trek). Beach hut had beach umbrellas and deck chairs for hire at reasonable prices.
Written 14 August 2020
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KHillery
Meadowbrook, Australia443 contributions
Sept 2020
What a beautiful line of Coast. Pristine sand and such a big long wide beach that even though people were there, you still felt like you were secluded. Many people were just up on blankets enjoying the views and the day. The water is super warm and inviting, however Crocs are known to frequent the area, so beware. Lots of places for photography and lots of places for the kids to play among trees and the sands alike. And like all northern beaches Stinger season is well looked after as they do net a small area to swim in. There are accommodation close and there is a little restaurant and fish and chip shop just up from the carpark, so you could easy spend the day here.
Written 9 October 2020
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Neil S
North Sydney, Australia602 contributions
Jan 2022
This is one of the many things to do in Port Douglas.....a simple walk on the beach. I have done it before and always enjoyed it. Big difference this time was low tide. I walked in one day, and rode a hire bike the next....simply stunning. Early start saw dolphins and other fish feeding....as well as plenty of others walking.
Well worth finding out the tide (google) and going when it is at low tide.
Well worth finding out the tide (google) and going when it is at low tide.
Written 7 January 2022
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Neetzuk
37 contributions
May 2022 • Family
We went for a walk one evening before dinner with my husband and toddler ho loved walking along the beach. It wasn’t very crowded at all and lots of people relaxing and walking dogs or doing yoga. Shame we didn’t make it to the beach again in the day but would definitely recommend.
We visited in December 2019
We visited in December 2019
Written 2 April 2023
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Is four mile beach safe at sunrise/sunset for photography?
Written 7 January 2022
We didn't have any problems either at sunrise or sunset. We walked up the beach at both times of day to go swimming in the swimming enclosure.
Written 8 January 2022
Hi going this way and concerned i never see anyone in photos swimming in water here at 4mnile or up by Thala-Besides the Stinger season in Summer, are these beaches swimmable in the "winter months" July , August? We love a beautiful beach but also love our water time... and hope to find a beach in this area North of PDouglas that is swimmable. Thank you!
Written 28 June 2018
Yes Four Mile is swimmable in July Aug. Beautiful - swim near surf life saving area.
You will need to contact Thala re swimming there.
Written 6 August 2018
Sonali B
55 contributions
Is that beach near Cape Tribulation?
Can you pay $110 Australian Dollars to Cape Tribulation horse rides and go horse riding on Four Mile Beach?
Written 25 February 2018
The Daintree is a reasonable distance from 4 Mile Beach - about an hours drive further north. I've never seen horses on the beach and doubt they are allowed, but don't know for sure.
Written 25 March 2018
Sonali B
55 contributions
Is there crocodiles and stingers in the sea near Four Mile Beach?
Written 18 February 2018
At certain times of year, stingers yes and crocodiles are possible. Sadly a woman was taken from an inlet at the end of Four Mile Beach (the end furthest away from Port Douglas) last year.
It’s a beautiful beach but you just can’t swim or play in it apart from an area at the end of Macrossan Street that has safety nets and is patrolled.
Written 18 February 2018
When is a good time to go to four mile beach in the netted area for a swim and a walk ? Morning or afternoon ?
Written 1 May 2017
Morning before the prevailing SE wind picks up usually the best.
Written 7 May 2017
We are traveling in December. Is there a time of year w/o stingers and crocs? What about bugs, no seeums, biting flies anything like these nuisances? What is the cost for renting sand chairs?
Written 22 April 2017
December is the middle of stinger season. Not sure about chair rental but if you are staying at a resort they should be free. Port Douglas is in the tropics and there are always insects about, plenty of places sell tropical strength insect repellant.
Written 23 April 2017
We are traveling to Port Douglas the middle of April. Is it safe to swim at 4 Mile Beach? Is the weather typically warm enough at this time of the year to enjoy swimming at the beach and Is the water comfortable at that time or is it a little cold? We're trying to decide lon the best place to stay. Cairns or Port Douglas? Thanks for your help.
Written 3 February 2017
If u dare..... just because it's the off season doesn't mean they aren't there
Written 28 February 2017
Hi
is it safe to swim in the sea in March? are there many crocs?
Thanks
Les
Written 9 January 2017
We only swam in the netted area which is patrolled and regularly checked for any small stingers that may slip through the net. We were there in January which we would NOT recommend as the water was 29 degrees, like getting into a warm bath tub and not a refreshing dip. Better off swimming in the rock pools at Mossman Gorge but it is out of town.
Written 19 January 2017
Hi there,
Yes obviously it should be good, cause not warm enough yet for stingers, however, always ask local council, lifeguards, or locals if you are not quiet sure.
Written 1 December 2016
Amazing, Thanks for the photos, will be there in two weeks for a month, hope the weather holds and its nice and warm. PD here we come...
Written 8 June 2016
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