Swimming Hole Heaven in Queensland

Your guide to the best swimming holes

Most of my trips to Queensland have been to visit theme parks or the beach, but I have been fortunate enough to explore some great swimming holes. Swimming Hole Heaven includes several freshwater swimming spots in south-east Queensland in both the Gold Coast hinterland and the Sunshine Coast hinterland, as well as swimming holes around Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands. Above: Discover swimming holes such as Cougal Cascades on swimmingholeheaven.com (Order this image) Click on the heading of each location to find your next swimming day trip or holiday destination. Swim safe, have fun and remember that no matter how cold the water is, it's alright once you're in!

Far North Queensland

This covers several suprisingly cold swims around Cairns and up on the Atherton Tablelands in the wet tropics, including several cascades, waterfall pools and arguably the best waterfall slide in the country, and a guaranteed croc-free swim in Cairns…

South East Queensland

The Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast are not just about the beach, with several swimming holes in the hinterland region. Here are those that I have visited in the Currumbin Valley and inland from Maroochydore, as well as a swim on K'gari…

Before you head out, make sure to read the swimming safety information. If you know of a swimming hole in Queensland that you think I would like to visit, suggest a site.

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