Emmagen Creek — Attraction in Cape Tribulation

A wonderful place to cool off right in the middle of the Daintree. One of, if not the only safe place to swim up here as per the locals recommendations. The water is crystal clear and a beautiful temperature to enjoy a dip and the scenery is simply stunning, as you relax in the running creek. The day we came here it was incredibly busy which is unfortunate but we didn't let it deter us. When parking your car be mindful of the amount of room other vehicles need to pass by on the dirt road. The creek is accessible by 2WD vehicles and is only a short stroll depending on whether you park your car at the top or bottom of the hill, but remember if you park at the bottom, the constant supply of tour bus operators require additional space to turn around as they too park right at the...

Th actual swimming spot is a 10 minute walk from the road crossing!

September 2024 it's been heavily damaged by the cyclone a few months back. It's not like on the pictures there is a lot of sediment and fallen trees etc. but the council seems to have cleaned the tracks a bit. It's still swimmable and good water quality but overall looks very messy and not inviting. Maybe in a few years it will be back to it's original beauty. Also don't know if crocs started to invade this creek it looks like a typical croc habitat and the there are croc signs too. Maybe ask the locals...

Just amazing …you’ll find this gem only 7 kms North (part of it, a dirt road) from Cape Tribulation. There's a walking track starting just to the left before the creek. A short walking distance, you’ll find a fork in the road. If you turn left, you’ll get to the swimming hole. There's a rope swing attached to the tree, which you can use to dive into the water. If you go right, you’ll get to an amazing area where you can swim at the left or just relax in the shallow part of the creek at the right side (it reminded me of the spa)....