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Esplanade Boardwalk, Cairns

4.7
#1 of 47 in Trails in Queensland
Must see · Hiking Trail · Nature / Park
Esplanade Boardwalk provides a beautiful setting for a stroll, jog, or bike ride. Along the 800 m (0.5 mi) boardwalk, take in views of Trinity Inlet and observe the wide range of seabirds that make their homes on the mudflats. Put Esplanade Boardwalk at the forefront of your travel plans using our Cairns day trip planning tool.
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  • By SBW09
    We have stayed in Cairns and over the years council has steadily improved the board walk to the point where it is a ‘must do’. There is play equipment for children, sunny spots and cooling shady rest....  more »
  • By Ozzy-Kunnu
    Esplanade Boardwalk is fun, full of cafes, restaurants and guess what? Public pool which is open to public for free. ...And it's huge.  more »
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