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Waterfalls of Far North Queensland

Cape York region


Eliot Falls
A popular detour (and an extremely rewarding one) for travellers on the Telegraph Track on Cape York is the delightful swimming spots of Fruit Bat Falls and further on, Eliot Falls. Eliot Falls is in fact two waterfalls. The campsite here gets quite busy, particularly during the dry season. A shady boardwalk along the creek bank leads to a natural sandstone platform with views of Eliot Falls.
Location: Eliot Falls is on the Eliot Creek on Cape York peninsula, about 2100km northwest of Brisbane. The nearest sealed road to Eliot Falls is theSouthern Bypass Road (51.7km away). The nearest populated place is the village of Injinoo, which is 54km away with a population of around 390.


Twin Falls
Twin Falls, a series of rock pools and cascades, is linked by tracks and boardwalks to nearby Eliot Falls. Just north of Fruit Bat Falls, it is one of many great swimming holes in the area. They make a great break from dusty roads – it’s a cool dip you will remember. They are right next to Eliot and Indian Head Falls, and provide a quieter alternative to Twin and Eliot Falls.. Both are easily reached from the main road, near the junction of the Old Telegraph Track, and Northern and Southern Bypass Road.
Location: Cape York peninsula


Fruit Bat Falls
Fruit Bat Falls is a popular swimming and camping spot on the trek north up Cape York peninsula not far from Eliot Falls. On the eastern side of Telegraph Road, guarding the pristine wetlands of the Jardine River system is the Jardine River National Park.
Location: Cape York peninsula


Savo Falls
Another waterfall not far from Eliot and Fruit Bat Falls. Tropical plants grow in abundance along the creek banks.
Location: about 900 km northwest of Cairns, on the tip of Cape York Peninsula.

Gulf region region


Indarri Falls
Indarri Falls lies with Lawn Hill National Park or Boodjamulla. The creek is a perennial, clear and spring fed waterway and many thousands of visitors have enjoyed swimming in its waters over the years. The gorge is spectacularly lush and fresh compared to the flat and dusty savannah country one travels through to get here.
Location: situated near the top left hand corner of Queensland, with its boundary being the border with NT.


Leichhardt Falls
The Leichhardt River catchment is located in north west Queensland and covers an area of approximately 33,000 sq. km. The river rises in the Selwyn Ranges, 40 kilometres southeast of Mount Isa. The cliffs adjacent to the Falls offer sweeping views across and along the river. Like the river, the falls are named for explorer Ludwig Leichhardt. The falls are not renowned for their height, but for their stepped nature and their breadth. The Savannah Way crosses the Leichhardt River as a concrete causeway nearby. Camping sites on both banks high up on the cliffs. Large sand dunes deposited after each wet season need to be bulldozed away to open the road to traffic.
Location: near Floraville, 70 km south of Burketown

Cooktown region


Bloomfield Falls
Heading south on the coast road from Cooktown, the Bloomfield River is 0.6 km south of the Wujal Wujal Aboriginal community. To get to the falls you will have to drive to the Wujal Wujal Aboriginal community, and drive south towards the Bloomfield river, around 600 metres away, where you will see a sign directing you. You will have to leave your car at the end of a dirty road and follow the walking track until you find them. The falls are spectacular after the wet season but, unfortunately, swimming is not recommended as the river is home to the estuarine crocodile.
Location: south of Cooktown


Trevethan Falls
These falls are absolutely spectacular, but a 4WD is required to get to them as the road can get quite rough toward the end. At the falls there is a lagoon. Climb the rocks for a commanding view of the surrounding area. They lay on private land, so before venturing in make sure you have permission from the landowner. Access to the falls and its crystal clear waterhole is via Mount Amos Drive. If you are into climbing, the views from up the rocks are breathtaking. Camping is not allowed.
Location: south of Cooktown


Endeavour Falls
Endeavour Falls Tourist Park is a picturesque setting on the north arm of the Endeavour River, surrounded by rainforest. The falls do not always flow in the dry season, but the falls are still worth the visit. You can enjoy a swim in the crocodile free swimming hole at the base of the falls or bush walk along the river to see the tree ferns, elk horns, and orchids.
Location: 32km north of Cooktown, via Endeavour Valley Road (McIvor Road)


Isabella Falls
These 8 metre high falls are located where Battlecamp Rd crosses Isabella Creek via a ford.
Location: 15 minute drive from Endeavour Falls Tourist Park on the way to Laura from Cooktown. The falls are 12 km west of Hope Vale; 132 km north of Newell; 245 km south east off Coen.


Home Rule Falls
These spectacular falls in the Daintree rainforest are reached along a 2.5 km walking trail from the Home Rule Rainforest Lodge. Ask at the Lodge for access and directions to the falls. The lodge also offers budget accommodation and meals. Home Rule lies in a rainforest valley, on the banks of the Wallaby Creek, surrounded by mountains, north ofCairns and 42km south of Cooktown. In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, Home Rule was an Irish tin mining lease. Home Rule falls, that cascades down the mountain is a 2.5 km walk away. Cedar Bay is a 6 to 8 hour walk from Home Rule. As it is 600ft above sea level, it is cooler than Cairns and Cooktown in the summer. Location: 4.5 km south from the Shiptons Flat/Bloomfield Road intersection along the coast road past Rossville. A road leading off to the left heads to Home Rule Rainforest Lodge.



Annan Falls
This stunning but difficulty to access waterfall is tucked away in the upper reaches of the Annan River. Above the waterfall there are a series of smaller falls and water slides which offer some great fun for the kids.
Locartion: Annan Falls is accessible via an old tin mining track off the Shiptons Flat road which is most 4WD only. It is a waterfall that locals will take visitors to when they really want to show them they are living in paradise.




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Upper Annan Falls


Annan Falls


Bloomfield Falls


Elliot Falls

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