Four Mile Beach

Overview

Four Mile Beach is a stunning stretch of sand located in Port Douglas, Queensland. It is renowned for its pristine white sand and clear blue waters, making it a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports.

It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia and a significant tourist attraction in the region.

Swimming Water Sports Sunbathing

Location

Address

Port Douglas, Queensland

Neighborhood: Four Mile Beach

Coordinates

-16.483100, 145.468900

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday Open 24 hours

tuesday Open 24 hours

wednesday Open 24 hours

thursday Open 24 hours

friday Open 24 hours

saturday Open 24 hours

sunday Open 24 hours

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, cooler temperatures

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

Warm and sunny

• Warm water
• Clear skies

summer

Hot and humid

• Long daylight hours

autumn

Warm and pleasant

• Mild temperatures

winter

Mild and dry

• Cool breezes

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Bring sunscreen
Stay hydrated
Respect wildlife

What to Bring

essential

Swimwear Towel Sunscreen

seasonal

Light jacket Umbrella

not allowed

Glass containers Drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• Strong currents

Medical facilities: First aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

Cash, Cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

parking $5

food $15-30

rentals $20-50

Dress Code

Swimwear, Comfortable clothing, Flip-flops or sandals, Inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• Official website
• 48 hours
• Not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Port Douglas App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Maps, Event calendar, Local deals

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Beachside cafes

Charging Stations: Cafes and restaurants

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cairns International Airport

Distance: 45 km

Travel Time: 45 minutes

taxi

$80 45 min

public_transport

$10 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

$0 10 min

bus

$2 5 min

taxi

$10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Beautiful and peaceful

Historical Significance: Historical significance to local Indigenous communities

Insider Tips

Best sunrise spot
Local fishing spots

Local Recommendations

• Try local seafood
• Visit nearby markets

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much?

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main beach

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Stunning beach shots

#FourMileBeach #PortDouglas

Photography Rules

allowed areas All public areas

prohibited areas Private property

flash photography Allowed

commercial photography Permit needed

drone policy Prohibited without permit

tripod policy Allowed

selfie sticks Allowed

Nearby Attractions

Mossman Gorge

Distance: 5 km

Walking: 1 hour

Type: Natural attraction

Port Douglas Reef

Distance: 10 km

Walking: Not walkable

Type: Water activity

Reviews

4.8

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Bring sunscreen"
"Try the local food"

Contact Information

+61 7 4099 5700

info@portdouglas.org

www.portdouglas.org

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