Can you go in Brisbane River?

A word of warning though: while water activities are OK and it may look tempting, you should never swim in the Brisbane River. Not to worry, here's all the things you should do on the Brown Snake (the local's nickname for The Brisbane River because of its shape – from aerial view – and colour).



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While the river is dirty, Dr Maxwell stresses it's cleaner than it has been. Just because it's brown it doesn't mean it's polluted [or] that it's dangerous necessarily for humans to contact. That's a legacy from when industry used the river as the city's drain.

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Look for safety signs and do not swim in rivers, estuaries, mangrove shores or deep pools. Always seek local advice in your area about crocodiles before boating, fishing and camping.

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Suttons Beach Only 40 minutes out from the Brisbane CBD, it's never been easier to escape the city for fun with the family. The beach is patrolled by lifesavers, so you can swim at peace, and smaller waves give you and the kids something to bodysurf or play around in.

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Nestled alongside the upper reaches of the Clyde River, the cleanest and most pristine waterway in Eastern Australia, lies the Clyde River Retreat - a haven of beauty, peace and tranquility.

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Water quality improves catch Fish and seafood from the Brisbane River is considered safe to eat, even if microbial contamination of the waterway is detected, as long as it is properly cleaned and cooked.

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Whether you're walking, running or cycling, the Brisbane Riverwalk is one of the best ways to move between two of the city most vibrant precincts.

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