Refreshing waterfall walks

After walking through lush forest trails, the cool mist of a waterfall on your face is the best reward on a summer day.

Make sure you weave some of these waterfalls into your next state forest trip.

Steavensons Falls Walk

Marysville State Forest

At 84m, Steavensons Falls is one of Victoria's highest waterfalls. Located about 2 hours northeast of Melbourne just outside of Marysville, walk the short 700m path to the falls along an accessible path, past towering mountain ash and vibrant tree ferns. For a unique experience, visit the falls at night, when they are lit up by floodlights.

Snobs Banyarmbite Falls

Rubicon State Forest

Or cool down from the waterfall mist drifting from the 100m drop at Snobs Banyarmbite Falls located a 14-minute drive from Eildon. From the carpark the falls are a 300m return walk. Take the winding stepped path as it descends under the large blanket of trees, down to the 2 viewing platforms, which offer wonderful opportunities to take photos of the impressive, tiered waterfall.

La La Falls Walking Track

Yarra State Forest

Enjoy a gentle 2.8km walk to La La Falls on the outskirts of Warburton. Climb through a lush and cooling forest canopy of mountain ash and beautiful tree fern-lined gullies to this small waterfall and viewing platform.

Stevensons Falls Walk

One of Victoria’s most spectacular and accessible waterfalls, Stevensons Falls is located in the Otways about 15 minutes from Forrest. The walk is 1km return from the carpark and will take you past giant Californian Redwoods trees along a picturesque walk that crosses over the Gellibrand River and then continues alongside the river to a viewing platform at the base of the waterfalls.

Beauchamp Falls

Otway Forest Park

Another beautiful spot in the Otways, Beauchamp Falls, is surrounded by towering rainforest and thick ferns. The 3km one-hour return walk leaves from the Beauchamp Falls Campground, which also has a picnic area with tables and toilets.

Toorongo Falls and Amphitheatre Falls

Noojee State Forest

Close to the town of Noojee, Toorongo Falls is one of Gippsland’s must-see natural attractions. The 2.5km walk offers glimpses of the falls along the way, before providing a close-up view from the viewing platform. From here, you can also continue on to the smaller but equally beautiful Amphitheatre Falls.

Little Cabbage Tree Creek Falls

Murrungower State Forest

Little Cabbage Tree Creek Falls is half an hour from Orbost in East Gippsland, these waterfalls run over giant granite boulders that are just as eye-catching as the falls themselves. The short 800m loop walk starts and finishes at a small picnic area.

Murrindindi Cascades

Murrindindi Scenic Reserve

Also in the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve about 20 minutes south of Yea is the The Murrindindi Cascades. Walk 300m to reach the Cascades from the Cascades picnic area, which is the starting point of the 12km Murrindindi River Walk. Two bridges stretch across the river, where you can watch the water tumble down the rocks.

Wilhelmina Falls

Murrindindi Scenic Reserve

If you’re looking for a challenging but rewarding waterfall walk, make sure the Wilhelmina Falls Walk is on your list.

Located in the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve at the northern edge of Toolangi State Forest, this trail takes you to the spectacular Wilhelmina Falls via a 6.3km return walk. Starting at Water Gauge Camp, the track crosses a suspension bridge along the Murrindindi River Walk before climbing over rocky steps to reach the base of the falls.

Bindaree Falls

Take the 400m walk to the stunning Bindaree Falls located about a 20-minute drive from Craig’s Hut on Mt Stirling.

Walk along the track into the natural amphitheatre surrounded by lush tree ferns. Stand on the platform and get right behind the falls to watch the water cascade from the towering rocks above. The waterfall is especially impressive after a downpour of rain.

Rocky Ned Falls Walk

Strathbogie State Forest

The Rocky Ned Falls Walk is a short 1.8km walk from Rocky Ned Campground about 40 minutes from Violet Town in the state’s north-east. Explore the granite boulder formations and admire the views looking north across the Lima East Valley.

Page last updated: 05/02/26