Is it safe to swim in Rainbow Beach?

This beach is where the shoals connect with the coastline. Swimming is allowed at this beach, but you must be aware that lifeguards are not usually present. It is recommended that you only swim when the waves are low.



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Be very careful if swimming here, particularly when waves are breaking. Watch out for the deep rip channels, as well as currents in the longshore troughs. Stay close inshore and on the attached parts of the bar. Definitely swim between the flags at Rainbow Beach.

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Same for Double Island Point and Rainbow Beach area as well. Because jellyfish in general often have quite a patchy distribution, unfortunately it's the case where if you get one sting, you can get a handful, if there's a patch of them around.

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Majestic multi coloured hills with 70 different shades of sand... the photos don't even do it justice, it's a must see. Great place to have a lovely drive, park, have a picnic and have a dip in the beach.

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Generally, it's not advisable to walk at night, especially outside of the central Grace Bay area. Areas such as the Bight and further reaches of the Grace Bay area have increased risk over the main 'Grace Bay Strip'.

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A 'secret' beach popular with locals, it's well protected from large coastal swells making it perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Its golden sands are popular with families while the rock ledges to the north and south are well-known, but sometimes dangerous, fishing spots.

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Please make sure you don't swim at Fraser, Rainbow and also Double Island point unless you wear a stinger suite. These stingers are really dangerous and you should not put yourself in harms way.

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How do I know if there are jellyfish in the water? Harding recommends talking to lifeguards and other beachgoers and staying alert when swimming. Check the lifeguard's flags (blue means dangerous marine life) and look for sea creatures washed up on the sand. If you see one jellyfish, there will probably be more.

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Here are four ways you can prevent jellyfish stings:
  1. Use caution when swimming during jellyfish season, or don't swim at all. Jellyfish season will differ depending on your location. ...
  2. Swim at beaches with lifeguards. ...
  3. Protect yourself with a wet suit, a protective suit, or jellyfish repellent. ...
  4. Know how to spot a jellyfish.


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Rainbow Beach Gazetted as town in 1969, it was first settled by sand miners, who were mining the rutile (black sand) to extract titanium oxide. It's now know for it's laid-back beach vibe and easy access to the aquatic playground of Rainbow Beach at the eastern end of the town.

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Rainbow Beach Although you can find coral and fish at this popular West End beach, the snorkeling is more adequate than awesome. But the beach's amenities make for a good day at the shore.

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Majestic multi coloured hills with 70 different shades of sand... the photos don't even do it justice, it's a must see. Great place to have a lovely drive, park, have a picnic and have a dip in the beach.

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