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Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park
Babinda,
Cairns Area
Free Entry
Description
Josephine Falls walking track, Wooroonooran National Park
Grade: easy.
... moreDistance: 1.2 kilometres return.
Time: allow 30 minutes walking time.
Josephine Creek starts as a trickle high on the south-east side of the summit of Bartle Frere and ends as a substantial creek flowing into the Russell River. Approximately 7.5 kilometres from the summit of Bartle Frere, the waters of Josephine Creek tumble over granite boulders, forming the picturesque Josephine Falls.
From the car park the track leads through lush tropical rainforest, to viewing decks overlooking Josephine Creek and falls. Viewing platforms offer excellent views and opportunities for photography. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top pool. Do not enter the restricted access area around the top of the falls. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Penalties apply.
Flash flooding (rapidly rising water) is common during wetter months. Rapid and unpredictable water level rises have isolated people on the far bank requiring their rescue. The rocks are also exceptionally slippery, the water cold and submerged objects may be in the creek. Never jump or dive into the water and take care around steep slopes and rock faces along the track and at the lookout.
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Facilities
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Assisted Access -
BBQ Facilities -
Car park -
Public toilet -
Sheltered Area -
Viewing Platform
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Birdwatching -
Walking
Open Times
Other Information
Disabled:
The toilets, picnic shelter and picnic tables are wheelchair-accessible. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top pool. Stairs lead to the bottom pool.
How To Get There
Josephine Falls is 75 kilometres south of Cairns. Turn off the Bruce Highway two kilometres south of Mirriwinni and drive eight kilometres to Josephine Falls. Access is possible by conventional vehicle. Access to the top section of the falls is prohibited. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Please observe the signposted restricted access area.
Weather
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. Daytime temperatures and humidity can be high at any time of the year and nights can be very cool. Please carry suitable clothing to accommodate all extremes. August to September is generally the driest period, but heavy rain can fall at any time.
Free Entry
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