Inkerman Creek Floating Walkway upgrades

We’re upgrading the Inkerman Creek boat ramp (Port Alma Road) with a floating walkway to make it safer, more accessible, and easier to use. The new walkway will provide a stable platform, making it easier to launch and retrieve vessels, even in strong tidal conditions.

The boat ramp was relocated from the Port Alma Shipping Terminal and completed in mid-2023. It now provides locals and visitors with important access to Inkerman Creek and offshore destinations.

To develop the business case, we sought community feedback on the proposed design for the floating walkway to ensure it meets user needs and safety priorities.

Why this project matters?

The Inkerman Creek Boat Ramp (Port Alma Road) provides access to Inkerman Creek and offshore destinations for boaters travelling from surrounding regions.

Project features:

  • Floating Walkway with a concrete deck, 50-metres-long and 2.5-metres-wide
  • Solar-powered light pole for improved visibility at night and in low light
  • New cleats and fixtures to support vessel tie-up.

Community benefits:

  • Improve safety: Reduces the need to enter the water when launching and retrieving vessels
  • Better tidal access: Supports safer and easier launching and retrieval when tidal currents are strong
  • Improved security: Solar lighting provides clearer access during low-light conditions.

Community consultation completed – March 2026

Community consultation for the Inkerman Creek Floating Walkway project was held from mid-February to mid-March 2026. During this time, community members were invited to review the proposed design and share feedback to help inform the project.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to review the proposal and share their feedback during the consultation period. The project team is now considering all feedback received during community consultation as we finalise the design.

Proposed concept design—Inkerman Creek Floating Walkway (Port Alma Road) project

Proposed concept design of the Inkerman Creek Floating Walkway (Port Alma Road) project
Image of the proposed design for the floating walkway at Inkerman Creek boat ramp (Port Alma Road).

Next steps

All feedback will be reviewed and considered before the design is finalised, and we will keep the community informed as the project moves toward construction.

We are committed to improving boating infrastructure to support Cooktown’s community and tourism, delivering a safer, more efficient and enjoyable boating experience for all.

Contact us

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Last updated
09 April 2026