Far North Queensland - Wanderstories

Australia's Worst Great Walk and how to make it Excellent!

You may have heard the stories of this walk. Walking along a car track, through long grass, weeds, and fallen trees for 57 kilometres. That's right, we're talking about the Wet Tropics Great Walk, more specifically, the Djagany (goanna) walk.

Girringun National Park

Upper Stony Creek Bikerafting Packrafting

Stony Creek is a long and windy creek located in Girringun National Park. This creek is home to a cluster of low-drop cascades as well as the world-famous Wallaman Falls.

Wooroonooran National Park

West Mulgrave Falls

This hidden gem is tucked deep within the Wooronooran National Park and is reached by a difficult, but extremely rewarding, hike.

Wooroonooran National Park

Little Cowley Falls

Little Cowley Falls is the little brother to Cowley Falls and is also located just off the Palmerston Highway.

Wooroonooran National Park

Cowley Falls

This waterfall is a massive waterfall located next to the Palmerston Highway. A rough track takes you to the top of the falls and we describe how to get to the bottom of Cowley Falls to see the cave-like feature.

Girramay National Park

Murray Falls

Murray Falls in the foothills of the Kirrama Range is a picturesque spot where crystal clear water cascades over water-sculpted boulders into rock pools, 10 metres below.

Girringun National Park

Herbert River Falls

Herbert River Falls is located inland of Cardwell and is an ~60-metre waterfall.

Cardwell State Forest

What to do in Cardwell

The Cardwell State Forest is home to a few sights that are often visited by tourists. These include Cardwell Spa Pools, Dead Horse Creek, Attie Creek Falls, Cardwell Lookout, and more!

Macalister Range National Park

Oak Falls

Located near Oak Beach in Far North Queensland, this set of seasonal waterfalls can be seen from the Captin Cook Highway on the slopes of Mount Garioch (635m).

Daintree National Park

Daintree Loop - Devils Thumb to Mossman Bluff via the C47 Dakota wreckage

This loop offers the best of both iconic peaks and is an excellent example of untouched, pristine rainforests. The route covers Mount Carbine Tableland, the historic plane wreckage, and the upper reaches of Mossman Gorge.

Wooroonooran National Park

Peet's Falls

Peet's Falls has been a popular place to enjoy for many years now. A new trail takes you to these wonderful falls.

Tully Gorge National Park

North Branch Falls

Located south of Tully Gorge, this stunning waterfall is jaw-dropping.

Girringun National Park

Broadwater Gorge

The remote Broadwater Creek is for those that are very experienced in remote navigation and off-track hiking. The area provides stunning gorges, waterfalls and can be done as a through-hike.

Tully Gorge National Park

Koolmoon Falls

Koolmoon Falls is an exquisite waterfall in the remote part of Tully Gorge National Park. A flagged route leads you to the falls.

Wooroonooran National Park

Wankaroo Falls

Wankaroo Falls is located in Wooroonooran National Park. The rough track is well-marked and easy to follow.

Daintree National Park

Daintree Traverse - Cape Tribulation to Roaring Meg Falls via Duncans Flat

This 20-kilometre walk offers excellent waterside camping, refreshing swimming, stunning views, and remote rainforest terrain.

Tully Gorge National Park

Cannabullen Falls

Cannabullen Falls is a 14-kilometre trail that takes you to the top of the falls where there is a perfect spot for a swim and to eat lunch. A rough track, flagged with pink tape, takes you to the base of the falls.

Tully Gorge National Park

Wispy Falls

Wispy Falls is a small but pretty waterfall nestled away in Tully Gorge near Cochable Creek.

Tully Gorge National Park

Blackhole Falls

Located in Tully Gorge National Park, Blackhole Falls is indicative of what you find with other falls in the area - a green-laced gorge with a stunning waterfall and pool.

Girringun National Park

Stony Creek Canyoning (below Wallaman Falls)

A journey down Stony Creek takes you to wonderful waterfalls and large open pools to bask in the sun and enjoy the refreshing water. This can be done as a shorter circuit and you do not have to abseil. However, the full length of Stony Canyon requires ropes.

Girringun National Park

Yamanie Creek Canyoning

Yamanie Creek features large granite drops and is home to the stunning Yamanie Falls.

Girringun National Park

Yamanie Falls

Yamanie Falls is a pretty two-tier waterfall with the creek flows into the Herbert River on the northern side.

Girringun National Park

Lookout Creek Canyon

This small stream showcases several aqua pools and a few small waterfalls. It's closer than you think but it requires a steep, difficult hike.

Malbon Thompson Forest Reserve

Bell Peak (North & South) and Cessna 402 wreckage

Located in both Malbon Thompson Forest Reserve and Grey Peaks National Park, a 14 km trail lead you to the north and south Bells Peak. There is also a plane wreckage at the summit of Bell Peak North.

Dinden National Park

Crystal Cascades Canyon

The Crystal Cascades is a waterfall located in a relatively unspoilt section of the upper Freshwater Creek, in the Redlynch Valley, west of Cairns, with numerous waterfalls and swimming waterholes popular with locals and tourists.