List of waterfalls in Australia facts for kids

Hopetoun Falls, Great Otway National Park, Victoria

Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park, Queensland. Australia's tallest waterfall.

Australia is home to many amazing waterfalls! These natural wonders are found all over the country, from tall plunges to gentle cascades.

The tallest permanent waterfall in Australia is Wallaman Falls in Queensland. It drops nearly 300 metres (that's almost as tall as the Eiffel Tower!). In New South Wales, Wollomombi Falls is the second tallest with a combined drop of 220 metres, and Ellenborough Falls is third, plunging 160 metres in one go.

This article shares some of the cool waterfalls you can find across Australia.

Waterfalls in the Australian Capital Territory
- Gibraltar Falls
- Ginini Falls
Waterfalls in New South Wales
Waterfalls in the Northern Territory
Waterfalls in Queensland
Waterfalls in South Australia
- Morialta Conservation Park Waterfalls
- Other Notable Waterfalls in SA
Waterfalls in Tasmania
- Mount Field National Park Waterfalls
- Other Notable Waterfalls in TAS
Waterfalls in Victoria
- Great Otway National Park Waterfalls
- Other Notable Waterfalls in VIC
Waterfalls in Western Australia
- Karijini National Park Waterfalls
- Other Notable Waterfalls in WA
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Waterfalls in the Australian Capital Territory

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) might be small, but it has some beautiful waterfalls!

Gibraltar Falls

Gibraltar Falls is located in Namadgi National Park. It's a lovely cascade waterfall, meaning the water tumbles down rocky steps rather than falling straight down. It drops between 67 and 120 metres.

Ginini Falls

Also in Namadgi National Park, Ginini Falls is a much taller waterfall, with a drop of 190 to 220 metres.

Waterfalls in New South Wales

New South Wales is famous for its many waterfalls, especially in its national parks.

Blue Mountains Waterfalls

The Blue Mountains National Park is a hotspot for waterfalls! You can find many here, like:

Adelina Falls
Arethusa Falls
Beauchamp Falls: A 10-metre cascade.
Bonnie Doon Falls
Bridal Veil Falls, Leura: A beautiful cascade near Leura.
Empress Falls: Near Wentworth Falls, a popular spot for canyoning.
Fitzroy Falls: Located in Morton National Park, this waterfall plunges 78 metres.
Govetts Leap: A stunning 180-metre bridal veil type waterfall.
Katoomba Falls: A segmented waterfall in the heart of the Blue Mountains.
Minnehaha Falls
Victoria Falls: These cascades in the Grose Valley drop between 120 and 150 metres.
Wentworth Falls: A well-known waterfall in the Blue Mountains.

Oxley Wild Rivers National Park Waterfalls

This park is home to some of New South Wales' most impressive waterfalls:

Apsley Falls: A cascade that drops 114 metres.
Dangars Falls: Plunges 120 metres.
Wollomombi Falls: One of Australia's tallest, dropping 170 metres.

Other Notable Waterfalls in NSW

Belmore Falls: In Morton National Park, this tiered waterfall drops 78 metres.
Carrington Falls: A 50-metre plunge waterfall in Budderoo National Park.
Crystal Shower Falls: Found in Dorrigo National Park, part of the scenic Waterfall Way.
Dangar Falls: Near Dorrigo, another beautiful waterfall on the Waterfall Way.
Ebor Falls: Located in Guy Fawkes River National Park, dropping between 44 and 50 metres.
Ellenborough Falls: Near Tapin Tops National Park, this is one of Australia's tallest single-drop waterfalls, falling between 120 and 130 metres.
Minyon Falls: In Nightcap National Park, it drops 104 metres.
Paddys River Falls: A cascade waterfall in Kosciuszko National Park, dropping 18 metres.
Protestors Falls: Also in Nightcap National Park, this waterfall is 25 metres tall.
Tin Mine Falls: Located in Kosciuszko National Park.
Tianjara Falls: A plunge waterfall in Morton National Park, dropping between 110 and 190 metres.

Waterfalls in the Northern Territory

The Northern Territory is famous for its rugged landscapes and stunning waterfalls, often found in national parks.

Kakadu National Park Waterfalls

Kakadu National Park is a World Heritage site with incredible waterfalls:

Gunlom Falls: Also known as Waterfall Creek, this cascade drops between 60 and 85 metres.
Jim Jim Falls: A spectacular plunge waterfall, falling between 140 and 200 metres. It's one of Kakadu's most famous sights.
Twin Falls: A beautiful cascade waterfall, dropping between 44 and 51 metres.

Litchfield National Park Waterfalls

Litchfield National Park is another popular spot, known for its accessible waterfalls and swimming holes:

Florence Falls: A segmented waterfall, dropping between 9.8 and 15 metres.
Surprise Creek Falls
Tolmer Falls: A plunge waterfall that drops between 32 and 42 metres.
Wangi Falls: A segmented waterfall, falling between 41 and 52 metres, and a very popular swimming spot.

Other Notable Waterfalls in NT

Edith Falls: Also known as Leliyn, this cascade is in Nitmiluk National Park and drops between 8.7 and 12 metres.

Waterfalls in Queensland

Queensland boasts some of Australia's most powerful and scenic waterfalls, especially in its tropical north.

Girringun National Park Waterfalls

This park is home to Australia's tallest waterfall:

Wallaman Falls: Australia's tallest permanent waterfall, plunging an incredible 305 metres. It's a mix of cascade and horsetail types.
Blencoe Falls: A segmented waterfall that drops a massive 320 metres.
Herbert River Falls: A plunge waterfall, dropping between 56 and 75 metres.

Atherton Tablelands Waterfalls

The Atherton Tablelands has a famous "Waterfall Circuit" where you can visit several beautiful falls:

Ellinjaa Falls
Millaa Millaa Falls: A classic plunge waterfall, 18.3 metres tall, often seen in postcards.
Malanda Falls
Pepina Falls
Souita Falls
Zillie Falls

Lamington National Park Waterfalls

This park is known for its lush rainforest and many waterfalls:

Alcheringa Falls
Coomera Falls: A segmented waterfall, 64 metres tall.
Elabana Falls: A lovely cascade.
Morans Falls: An 80-metre plunge waterfall.
Yarrbilgong Falls: Drops 150 metres.

Other Notable Waterfalls in QLD

Barron Falls: In Barron Gorge National Park, this cascade drops 125 metres and is especially impressive after heavy rain.
Bloomfield Falls: Near Wujal Wujal, this 40-metre cascade is culturally significant.
Browns Falls: East of Killarney, a plunge waterfall between 10 and 15 metres.
Crystal Cascades: Near Cairns, a series of beautiful cascades.
Davies Creek Falls: In Davies Creek National Park, a 100-metre cascade.
Josephine Falls: In Wooroonooran National Park, a tiered cascade between 150 and 300 metres.
Kondalilla Falls: Near Mapleton.
Murray Falls: In Girramay National Park, a cascade between 20 and 30 metres.
Purling Brook Falls: In Springbrook National Park, a horsetail waterfall dropping between 100 and 106 metres.
Queen Mary Falls: In Main Range National Park, a 40-metre plunge waterfall.
Simpson Falls: In Mount Coot-tha Reserve in Brisbane, a cascade.
Stoney Creek Falls: Also in Barron Gorge National Park, a cascade.
Surprise Creek Falls: In Barron Gorge National Park, a segmented waterfall, 243 metres tall.
Tully Falls: In Tully Gorge National Park, a horsetail chute waterfall between 180 and 210 metres.

Waterfalls in South Australia

South Australia has several beautiful waterfalls, often found in conservation parks and ranges.

Morialta Conservation Park Waterfalls

This park near Adelaide is home to a series of falls:

First Falls: A 30-metre plunge waterfall.
Second Falls: Drops 15 metres.
Third Falls: Drops 13 metres.

Other Notable Waterfalls in SA

First Falls: In Waterfall Gully, a cascade.
Hindmarsh Falls: In Hindmarsh Valley.
Ingalalla Waterfalls: On the Fleurieu Peninsula, a cascade between 81 and 92 metres.
Mannum Waterfalls: Near Mannum.

Waterfalls in Tasmania

Tasmania is known for its wild, untouched landscapes and many stunning waterfalls, often hidden in lush forests.

Mount Field National Park Waterfalls

This park is a popular spot for waterfall lovers:

Horseshoe Falls: A beautiful tiered-cascade waterfall.
Lady Barron Falls: Another tiered-cascade waterfall.
Russell Falls: A famous tiered-cascade waterfall, dropping between 34 and 58 metres.

Other Notable Waterfalls in TAS

Delaneys Falls: In North West Tasmania, a 25-metre plunge waterfall.
Dip Falls: In Dip Range Regional Reserve, a cascade between 22 and 34 metres.
Guide Falls: In North West Tasmania, a tiered-cascade between 22 and 38 metres.
Liffey Falls: In Meander Valley, a tiered-cascade between 120 and 160 metres.
Montezuma Falls: In the West Coast Range, a horsetail waterfall between 103 and 110 metres.
Nelson Falls: In Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, a 30-metre cascade.
Adamsons Falls: In Southwest National Park, a 50-metre cascade.
Horsetail Falls: Near Queenstown, a 50-metre cascade.
Minnow Falls: Near Mount Roland, a tiered-cascade between 160 and 200 metres.

Waterfalls in Victoria

Victoria offers a variety of waterfalls, from coastal cascades to those hidden in alpine regions.

Great Otway National Park Waterfalls

This park is home to many beautiful waterfalls:

Beauchamp Falls: Near Beech Forest, dropping between 16 and 26 metres.
Carisbrook Falls: Near Wongarra, dropping between 64 and 120 metres.
Cora Lynn Cascades: Cascades between 89 and 140 metres.
Erskine Falls: Cascades between 49 and 57 metres.
Henderson Falls: An 8-metre waterfall.
Hopetoun Falls: Near Beech Forest, dropping between 46 and 49 metres.
Marriners Falls: A 10-metre waterfall.
Phantom Falls: A 15-metre waterfall.
Sabine Falls: Near Wongarra, a 130-metre waterfall.
Triplet Falls: In the Marreeyn section of the park.

Other Notable Waterfalls in VIC

Agnes Falls: Near Toora, a 59-metre waterfall.
Dandongadale Falls: In Alpine National Park, a 255-metre plunge waterfall.
Hopkins Falls: North of Allansford, near Warrnambool, dropping between 11 and 13 metres.
Lal Lal Falls: Near Ballarat, dropping between 130 and 190 metres.
Masons Falls: In Kinglake National Park, a 45-metre waterfall.
Nigretta Falls: Near Coleraine, dropping between 15 and 16 metres.
Piemans Falls: In Alpine National Park, a 234-metre waterfall.
Silverband Falls: In Grampians National Park.
Steavenson Falls: Near Marysville, dropping between 55 and 110 metres.
Trentham Falls: Near Trentham, dropping between 44 and 48 metres.
Wannon Falls: Near Coleraine, dropping between 18 and 22 metres.
Wilhelmina Falls: In Murrindindi Scenic Reserve, dropping between 92 and 170 metres.

Waterfalls in Western Australia

Western Australia has waterfalls mainly in its northern Kimberley region and closer to Perth.

Karijini National Park Waterfalls

This national park in the Pilbara region is known for its ancient gorges and stunning waterfalls:

Fortescue Falls
Joffre Falls
Kalamina Falls
Spa Pool

Other Notable Waterfalls in WA

Beedalup Falls: In Beedalup National Park near Pemberton.
Fernhook Falls
Hovea Falls: In John Forrest National Park.
King George Falls: On the King George River, a very remote and impressive waterfall.
Kings Cascade: On the Prince Regent River near Wyndham.
Lesmurdie Falls: In Mundy Regional Park.
Mitchell Falls: In The Kimberley, a famous four-tiered waterfall.
Noble Falls: Near Gidgegannup.
Serpentine Falls: In Serpentine National Park.
Sixty Foot Falls: In Ellis Brook Valley, Martin.