Barron Falls Lookout Track
Cairns, Cairns Area

Free Entry - Entry Information

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Description

There are several modes of transport through Barron Gorge National Park, including the historic Kuranda train and the Skyrail cableway. They provide spectacular views of the gorge and the Barron River far below.

One of the main features of the park is the Barron Falls, known as Din Din by the Djabugay people, in whose traditional country the park lies. The Barron Falls Lookout Track begins with an elevated boardwalk traversing the rainforest just below the canopy. It then winds its way down the hill, past several lookout points and rest stops, to a lookout area at the railway platform.

The walk is well maintained, accessible to all, and is a wonderful way to view the falls. In the wet season, you may be enveloped by a cloud of mist from the falls.

Interpretive signs and displays along the boardwalk and on the railway platform describe the park's natural and cultural heritage.

About the Walk

600 metres
20 minutes
Short Walk
Easy
Circuit
From the car park, follow the elevated boardwalk.

Walk Highlights

• Rugged mountain scenery
• Tumbling waterfalls
• Tropical rainforest

Walk Hints

Beware of cassowaries and stinging tree leaves.

For your safety, do not walk along or below the railway line. This track may be closed during the wet season, between October and May.

Daytime temperatures and humidity can be high at any time of the year. Ensure you take water and wear a hat and sunscreen on this walk.

Best Time To Go

To ensure your visit is fun and comfortable, try to visit between April and October when the weather and track conditions are at their best.

Property Details

Facilities

• Access With Assistance for the Disabled
• BBQ Facilities
• Car park
• Public toilet
• Walking Tracks

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Walking

Other Information

Further Details:
To ensure your visit is fun and comfortable, try to visit between April and October when the weather and track conditions are at their best. Highlights of the Barron Falls Lookout Track include: rugged mountain scenery, tumbling waterfalls and tropical rainforest. The track is an easy 1200 metre walk which should take about 40 minutes to complete. Beware of stinging tree leaves. For your safety, do not walk along or below the railway line. This track may be closed during the wet season, between October and May. Daytime temperatures and humidity can be high at any time of the year.

How To Get There:
The Barron Falls Lookout walk begins five kilometres outside Kuranda. Kuranda is 27 kilometres from Cairns via the Captain Cook and Kennedy highways. Follow the signs to Barron Falls through Kuranda village and take the Barron Falls Road to reach the walk.

Free Entry