Best trails in Girringun National Park

Spectacular views and the thundering roar of the Southern Hemisphere’s tallest single-drop waterfall are the highlights of this walk within Girringun National Park. Part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, this track descends through an ancient landscape of open forest and vine-thicket rainforest. The journey involves a constant gradient with numerous rock steps and uneven ground, so sturdy footwear is essential for a comfortable trip. While the descent is straightforward, the return leg...

Don't miss this short walking track out to the spectacular Raspberry Falls and the incredible views of the Girringun National Park and valley stretching out to the horizon. The trail starts down a 4WD road, and many visitors will find parking along the nicely graded road before turning into the national park. This adds about another 3km to the total distance. Yellow and pink ribbons are placed in the bush to help you navigate as the trail is unclear at times. Be mindful that when on the path...

This is a short (500m each way) walk out to Atties Creek Falls in Girringun National Park that is good for families and walkers of all abilities. The falls are seasonal so a visit is best during or just after wet season. The falls drop 25m into a pristine plunge pool that would make for a great swim.

This is a nice family friendly option when in the Girringun National Park to visit the Wallaman Falls - the highest single drop waterfall in Australia. This walk begins from the Wallaman Falls Camping area off Wallaman Falls Road. The Banggurru (meaning turtle) Walk takes you through the rainforest along to the banks of Stony Creek. If you're lucky you may spot a platypus here or a turtle that the trail was named after.

This is a nice hike through wilderness rainforest with fun rock hopping creek crossings and historical evidence. This trail used to be the only inland pass for many kilometers in either direction and was used by bullock teams, lumberjacks and couriers. Of special note is the beautiful bridge near the coastal end and remaining evidence of rocks spread along track to provide traction for bullock teams up and down slopes. This trail can be quite muddy in parts and the creek crossings will...

This walk explores part of the Dalrymple Gap walking track in Girringun National Park. Beginning from the northern end of the trail at the Damper Creek car park, you'll begin the steep ascent to the historic stone-pitched bridge near the top of Dalrymple Gap. You can return via the same route, or continue along Dalrymple Gap walking track if you're feeling adventurous. The best time to visit is between May and October, as during wet season the road into the park may be inaccessible.

A lovely trail through the Girramay National Park in Far North Queensland, located in between Townsville and Innisfail. This out and back route begins and ends from Kirrama Range Road. From here it's a relatively short walk up to the Kennedy Creek Falls and back down again. The trail itself is lovely and gets quite narrow towards the end. Lots of leeches in this area.

An awesome cross-country bushwalk through Girringun National Park, located inland from the rural town of Ingham in Far North Queensland. This route begins from the Wallaman Falls Camping Area off Wallaman Falls Road. The trail itself follows a series of rough dirt roads and tracks through a mix of woodland and rainforest, featuring some sections of rock hopping along the creek. The terrain includes wait-a-while vine, long grass, uneven footings, rock hopping, bush bashing, steep climbs, and...

This little beauty takes you on a quick jaunt from the carpark to the Panjoo Lookout, offering incredible, uninterrupted views. The name "Panjoo" means "beautiful place" in the language of the local Banjin people, the traditional owners of Hinchinbrook Island. From the top, you can see across the Hinchinbrook Channel to the rugged Hinchinbrook Island, part of the Wet Tropics and Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Areas.

Follow the walking track to the Blencoe Falls lookout, where you can soak up the sights and sounds of the falls as they race towards the Herbert River. Blencoe Falls plunges 90m to the pool below, before cascading a further 230m to the base of the gorge. Relic hoop pines shrouded in mist create an eerie feeling. Enjoy the view but remain behind the safety fence at all times and supervise children carefully.