Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is a sandy beach and residential suburb on the northern beaches of Cairns in Far North Queensland, about 20 kilometres north of Cairns city centre. Fronting Trinity Bay and the Coral Sea, it is known for its palm-lined foreshore, calm waters within a seasonal stinger net, views to Double Island, and a relaxed village atmosphere with cafes and parks. It is a popular family swimming and recreation beach within the Cairns Region.

Visitors can expect a wide, sandy beach fringed by palm trees and casuarinas with calm, shallow waters fronting Trinity Bay. The foreshore has a grassy park, paved esplanade and walking track, picnic shelters, and views across to Double Island and the Coral Sea. Swimming is available within a seasonal stinger enclosure patrolled by lifeguards, with areas for sunbathing, beach walking, fishing and photography. The adjacent village offers cafes, restaurants and small shops.

Trinity Bay was named by Captain James Cook on Trinity Sunday in June 1770. The Trinity Beach area remained sparsely settled until the mid-20th century, with residential development expanding from the 1960s and 1970s as part of Cairns' Northern Beaches growth.

The area lies within the traditional lands of the Djabugay people, including the Yirrganydji group, who have long cultural connections to the coastal lands and waters of Trinity Bay. The beach today is a community recreation area for residents and visitors.