Swim safe during annual stinger season
Stinger season generally runs from November to May. The stinger resistant swimming enclosures at local beaches give a high degree of protection against Box Jellyfish (but are not 100 percent ‘stinger proof’).
Beaches may be closed when stingers are present. Closures remain in place until weather patterns change and drive stingers away from the coastline. Always heed lifesavers’ warnings and do not swim when beaches are closed.
Even when beaches are open, you can reduce your exposure to potential stings – wear protective clothing (wetsuit or full-body lycra suit) and enter the water slowly as stingers will often swim away, given the chance.
Beaches status
For current beaches status, view Surf Lifesaving Queensland’s North Queensland Marine Stinger Season Update website.
Freewheeler Beach Wheelchair
Lifeguard Hut, Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas
Please see the life guards on Four Mile Beach to collect the Freewheeler Beach Wheelchair. There is no cost to hire the Freewheeler, but you will need to sign an indemnity form.
Submit feedback: As part of ongoing evaluation of the use of the Freewheeler and improving the shire’s accessibility, we welcome any feedback regarding its use during your booking. Please submit feedback by contacting Council via email comdev@douglas.qld.gov.au or calling 4099 9444.
Boat ramps
The Queensland Government provides a number of boating facilities such as boat ramps, pontoons and jetties within the Douglas Shire Council area.
For a list of locations and facility types, including amenities, restrictions and site conditions, visit the Maritime Safety Queensland website and search “boating facilities”.
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