Wooroonooran National Park - Wanderstories

Wooroonooran National Park

Wooroonooran, Aboriginal for "Black Rock", is a national park in Far North Queensland, between Innisfail and Cairns and is one of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area series of national parks, and is a gazetted World Heritage site.

Walsh's Pyramid // The Pyramid

Wooroonooran National Park

Walsh's Pyramid // The Pyramid

Walsh's Pyramid is about 20 km south of Cairns and is a natural spectacle that stands as the world's tallest freestanding natural pyramid. The Pyramid's steep incline makes it a demanding climb, but the breathtaking 360-degree views from the summit make every step worthwhile.

The best-kept secret waterfalls of Cairns

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

The best-kept secret waterfalls of Cairns

A waterfall with a surprise

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

A waterfall with a surprise

Russell River paddle

Wooroonooran National Park

Russell River paddle

Mount Bartle Frere Trail

Wooroonooran National Park

Mount Bartle Frere Trail

A comprehensive guide to hiking Queensland's tallest mountain, Mount Bartle Frere. Everything you need to know!

Wooroonooran National Park

Golden Hole

Golden Hole is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, located in Wooroonooran National Park in Far North Queensland.

Josephine Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Josephine Falls

Josephine Falls is a stunning waterfall located in Queensland, Australia, fed by rains from Bartle Frere, the highest peak in the region. The falls and surrounding swimming hole are known for their crystal clear waters and have been featured in numerous television commercials.

Wooroonooran National Park

Tipun Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Gorrell Track

Clamshell Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Behana Gorge, Clamshell Falls, Whites Falls, and Whelanian Pools

Green Cliff Falls // Upper East Mulgrave Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Green Cliff Falls // Upper East Mulgrave Falls

West Mulgrave Falls & Rapid Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

West Mulgrave Falls & Rapid Falls

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

Friendship Falls / Little Cowley Falls

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

Friendship Falls / Little Cowley Falls

Cowley Falls, Friendship Falls, and Cowley 3 Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Cowley Falls, Friendship Falls, and Cowley 3 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.

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.

Water Race Falls

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

Water Race Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Wankaroo Falls

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

Mount Bellenden Ker and plane crash

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

Mount Bellenden Ker and plane crash

Mount Bellenden Ker (Centre Peak) rises above the Bellenden Ker Range - also known as the Wooroonooran Range - at a height of 1,589 metres and is the second highest mountain in the state of Queensland.

Wooroonooran National Park

Nandroya Falls

Nandroya Falls Track is a popular on-track walk through danse rainforest and is located near Palmerston, Queensland, Australia. It features the stunning, multi-drop, 50 metre waterfall which is accessed via the six kilometre loop trail.

Babinda Canyon, Babinda Creek

Wooroonooran National Park

Babinda Canyon, Babinda Creek

A stunning creek lined with granite drops, gorges, and slot canyons. Located upstream of Babinda Slides and Babinda Falls.

Mount Bartle Frere Plane Wreckage B25 Bomber

Paid-members only

Wooroonooran National Park

Mount Bartle Frere Plane Wreckage B25 Bomber

An American Bomb Group Squadron based in Charters Towers crashed into Mount Bartle Frere on 21 April 1942 while returning from a search mission in the Coral Sea. They flew into a blind gully which lead to the peak of Mount Bartle Frere.

Babinda Creek, including Babinda Slides and Babinda Falls

Wooroonooran National Park

Babinda Creek, including Babinda Slides and Babinda Falls

Babinda Creek is located in Far North Queensland. It is popular among tourists, largely because of the spectacular Babinda Boulders and the beautiful swimming holes along the way. Babinda may be arguably one of the best adventures in Queensland's Wet Tropics, as you can seemingly enjoy so much!

Wooroonooran National Park

Windin Falls

Windin Falls is located the Wooroonooran National Park and is the stunning reward for a relatively easy 12 kilometre, 90-minute hike through the rainforest.

6 Must See's when driving up to Cape Tribulation

Far North Queensland

6 Must See's when driving up to Cape Tribulation

A few weeks ago we were fortunate enough to get a week off from uni. The week was intended for studying... preparing for exams, catching up on assignments. Well being good international students, we just went on a roadtrip. Three cars, 9 people, an increasing amount of wine bottles per