Was there a crocodile in the Cairns Lagoon?

A quick-thinking police officer has evacuated the Cairns Swimming lagoon after multiple reports of a croc in the water. Luckily, no one was injured during the incident. Witnesses advised that after spotting the croc floating in the lagoon they quickly alerted authorities.



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Yes, there is always the possibility of crocs being around - they live there - but the chances of a direct encounter with one are pretty rare. The stinger nets probably won't be out when you are there - stinger season generally runs from November through March/April.

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Species of Sharks on the Great Barrier Reef First let us say this, there are no Great White Sharks on the Great Barrier Reef. The water is far too warm for them. With that sorted, these are the types of sharks you might see on the Great Barrier Reef.

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The Cairns Lagoon is a popular swimming facility located along the Cairns Esplanade in the Central Business District. This 4800 square metre saltwater swimming lagoon offers an all-year-round, safe, swimming location without stingers and crocodiles.

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Tropical North Queensland is blessed with an abundance of waterfalls. The great news is that you can swim right up to many of these spectacular cascades – and even let the running water cascade over you. Swimmable waterfalls are found from Cardwell to Cape York, with many concentrated around the Atherton Tablelands.

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Top tips to reduce your risk
  1. Stay at least 5m from the water's edge. ...
  2. Dispose of your food and fish scraps in a bin or take them home. ...
  3. Keep your pets on a lead and away from the water's edge. ...
  4. Avoid using small watercraft such as kayaks and paddleboards. ...
  5. Stay well away from crocodile traps.


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The best beaches to swim at are mainly in the Northern suburbs. The beaches in the city aren't suitable for swimming due to crocodiles and it being too buddy. However, there is a lagoon to swim in if you're staying in Cairns City.

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Yes you can swim in Cairns beaches, however it can be very dangerous between the months of November – May. Most locals would recommend swimming in freshwater lagoons, lakes and waterfalls to avoid crocodiles, jellyfish and other dangerous animals in the sea.

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