Stoney Creek Falls Cairns – waterfall and swimming hole

Stoney Creek Falls Cairns – waterfall and swimming hole

Stoney Creek Falls Cairns is a popular waterfall hike and swimming hole easily accessible from the Cairns CBD. Visitors have the option to take a short scenic walk to Old Weir Falls or take a refreshing swim in the swimming hole near the parking lot.

Looking for a quick, refreshing freshwater swim to beat the Cairns heat? I have you covered. Stoney Creek Falls Cairns is one of the closest beach resorts in Cairns and one of the easiest to get to.

Whether you want to take a quick swim or take a short hike to Old Weir Falls, Stoney Creek is a superb nature destination near Cairns.

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Where is Stoney Creek Falls Cairns?

Stoney Creek is accessible via a short 20 minute drive from Cairns CBD via the Western Arterial Road. You need to turn onto Stoney Creek Road (Kamerunga) which goes through the rainforest to the car park.

From here, the trail is clearly visible on the right and immediately leads onto a concrete footbridge where you can turn off to the nearby swimming hole or continue on the Stoney Creek trail to Old Weir Falls.

Did you know that the Stoney Creek parking lot is the trailhead for the Glacier Rock Viewing Trail and is just a 15-minute drive from Fairy Falls and Crystal Cascades?

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Stoney Creek waterfall and swimming hole

Everyone knows Cairns can get hot! So it's not hard to see why Stoney Creek has become such a local favorite.

Stoney Creek swimming hole

The great thing about Stoney Creek Falls Cairns is that there is a deep swimming hole just minutes from the car park.

To get here, cross the concrete footbridge and immediately take the left path at the fork. Alternatively, you can cross under the bridge and follow the shallow stream for about 3 minutes to the waterhole.
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The swimming hole is wide and about 2 meters deep at its deepest point.

Although this is a great place to swim and cool off, it can get very crowded in the summer, especially on weekends. Consider visiting early or on weekdays to avoid the crowds.
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The Stoney Creek hiking trail to Old Weir Falls

If the swimming hole is crowded or you prefer a short hike to a larger, more remote waterfall, take the trail to Old Weir Falls. This can be reached by taking the straight path from the fork in the footbridge, which leads up a wide, unpaved path.
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This trail is the Stoney Creek Walking Track, which reaches Old Weir Falls in about 20 minutes. This trail follows the stream up the side of a rounded hill and ends just above the waterfall.

There is a large fallen tree that rests directly above the waterfall, framing it beautifully. The Old Weir waterfall itself cascades approximately 8 meters down a rock face onto a sand-fringed shore.
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Although the water here is not that deep, it is still a great place to cool off and enjoy the tranquility. There is also a deeper swimming hole just above Old Weir and a few other spots scattered along the route.
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Cairns Accommodation Guide – Where to Stay

Are you planning a trip to Cairns and wondering where to base yourself? Below I have listed some of the best options near Cairns Esplanade. I have also written a comprehensive accommodation guide for Cairns as well as a comprehensive accommodation guide for Port Douglas.

Crystalbrook Riley – If you’re looking for luxury and location, Crystalrbook Riley can’t be beat. This is the best 5 star resort in Cairns and offers absolutely everything you would expect from a Crystalbrook resort.

Tip: Be sure to head to Rocco’s Bar at the top of Crystalbrook Riley for great views over Cairns!
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Rydges Resort – This hotel offers great value for an epic stay at a decent price! The location is perfect, close to the Esplanade and has three swimming pools, two tennis courts, a hot tub, a fitness center and even an award-winning restaurant.
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Fitzroy Island Resort – If you prefer to stay on one of the picturesque islands of the Great Barrier Reef, look no further than Fitzroy Island Resort. While you can do a day trip here, I highly recommend spending the night so you have more time to explore the reef, coral beaches, and rainforest hiking trails.
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Gilligan’s Backpackers – The best backpacker option for a great atmosphere in Cairns is Gilligan’s Backpackers. That's because this one has a swimming pool, air conditioning, a full kitchen and a great common area to meet other travelers.

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More Cairns waterfall guides

I hope this quick guide to visiting Stoney Creek Falls Cairns (Old Weir Falls) was helpful in planning your Cairns adventures.

For more free waterfall guides in Cairns, check out the list below. I recommend reading this Cairns Waterfalls Guide or this Cairns Hiking Guide to help you find more waterfalls and nature trails near Cairns.

Book: Epic Wildlife, Rainforest, Waterfall Trip from Cairns

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