The Strand Rockpool is a free, salt-water swimming pool at the northern end of Townsville’s beachfront promenade, with a gentle sloped area for children and wheelchair access near the deeper sections for swimmers. It’s a popular family spot with nearby picnic and barbecue areas, a playground, and lifeguard patrols in summer, making it ideal for cooling off with views of Cleveland Bay. The Rockpool is filled with ocean water and is designed as a safe alternative swimming area during jellyfish (stinger) season.

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Strand Promenade

5.93km

01:30

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Cleveland Bay Beach – Turtle Sculpture loop from Townsville

6.17km

01:34

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Jezzine Lookout – Strand Rockpool loop from North Ward

8.02km

02:03

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 10 m

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Saturday 4 April

31°C

21°C

57 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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