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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Cairns Esplanade loop from Edge Hill

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Australia
Queensland

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Cairns Esplanade loop from Edge Hill

Moderate

12

hikers

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Cairns Esplanade loop from Edge Hill

03:21

13.2km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.43 km

Centenary Lakes Natureplay Area

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2

1.72 km

Chinese Garden of Friendship

Highlight • Structure

Look out for the turtles in the water

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3

5.81 km

Palm Tree on Abbott Street

Highlight • Natural Monument

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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4

7.53 km

Lawn by the Waterfront

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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5

7.63 km

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

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The Lagoon is a saltwater swimming pool where you can swim safely year-round, protected from jellyfish and crocodiles. Entry is free, and there are restrooms and showers available.

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6

8.07 km

This monument honours the Z Special Unit, or Z Force, an Allied special operations group formed during World War II. It recognises the brave men who trained in Cairns and …

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9.25 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

8

9.52 km

Cairns Esplanade

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The Cairns Esplanade is a vibrant waterfront multiuse path in the heart of Cairns, stretching along Trinity Inlet with free access to walkways, parks, and attractions for visitors and locals. …

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13.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

737 m

616 m

426 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.96 km

3.31 km

1.54 km

339 m

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