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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Lawn by the Waterfront loop from Cairns

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Australia
Queensland

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Lawn by the Waterfront loop from Cairns

Moderate

75

hikers

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon – Lawn by the Waterfront loop from Cairns

02:19

9.19km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1.96 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

3.14 km

M & Z Special Commando Units Memorial

Highlight • Monument

This monument honours the Z Special Unit, or Z Force, an Allied special operations group formed during World War II. It recognises the brave men who trained in Cairns and …

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3

3.58 km

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

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The Lagoon is a saltwater swimming pool where you can swim safely year-round, protected from jellyfish and crocodiles. Entry is free, and there are restrooms and showers available.

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4

4.96 km

Cairns Cruise Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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5

5.22 km

Bronze Turtle Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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6

5.23 km

Pacific Adventure

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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7

6.30 km

Lawn by the Waterfront

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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B

9.19 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.57 km

351 m

256 m

Surfaces

6.34 km

1.71 km

604 m

275 m

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Sunday 11 October

29°C

17°C

48 %

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