**Notice || Due to upgrades a temporary closure will be in place on the Northern Section [Rex Smeal Park End] from 13 November to 8 December 2023.

The Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail provides spectacular views of the Coral Sea and Low Isles, all the way to Snapper Island and the Daintree Rainforest.

The 1.5km trail provides a link between Four Mile Beach and Rex Smeal Park in Port Douglas.

If you need a picture worth framing (or posting) look no further than the Flagstaff Hill Lookout. Located at the summit of Island Point Road, it is an easy walk, bike ride or even short drive to the lookout viewing area

From here you will witness sweeping, majestic views of Four Mile Beach and the rainforest-clad mountain ranges to the south. Venture along the Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail down to Four Mile Beach and walk the plank (or viewing platform) and take in the 180-degree views to the Coral Sea, Low Isles and Snapper Island to the north. Find the hidden Low Isles Lighthouse viewing platform located on the corner where Wharf and Island Point Roads meet.

Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail signage

Trail information

  • MAIN TRACKClass 1 Sectionsuitable for children and the disabled (with assistance).

This section of the trail is 71 metres long and does not require any walking experience. The track is flat and even with no stairs or overly steep sections. It is suitable for people in wheelchairs (with assistance) and children’s strollers.

  • MAIN TRACKClass 3 SectionRecommended for people with some walking experience.

This section of the trail is about 1km long and is suitable for most ages and fitness levels, but it is recommended that you have some walking experience. The tracks are well formed and marked, but do have short steep hill sections, steps and uneven ground.

  • LOOKOUT LINK Class 3 SectionRecommended for people with some walking experience.

This section of the trail is about 175 metres long and is suitable for most ages and fitness levels, but it is recommended that you have some walking experience. The tracks are well formed and marked, but do have short steep hill sections, steps and uneven ground.