Now that spring is here, it’s warm enough to get out for some longer hikes and enjoy the Latrobe Valley’s many rivers and streams. To help you make the most of this time of year, the Monitor has compiled a list of Gippsland’s best waterfalls.
If you have any suggestions for waterfalls, feel free to email us at [email protected].
Let’s dive in.
Toorongo Falls
Toorongo Falls. Photograph by: Fir0002/Flagstaffotos.
Nestled within the forests near Noojee in West Gippsland, the Toorongo Falls tumble over rocky ledges into a shaded gorge below. There’s a short walking track that leads visitors through the forest to a platform offering excellent views of the cascading water.
Agnes Falls
Agnes Falls.
Within the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve - near Toora and Foster - the waterfall is part of the Agnes River and is surrounded by eucalyptus trees and lush vegetation.
Narracan Falls
Narracan Falls. Photograph by Damian Andrews.
Tucked away among the forested hills of West Gippsland, the waterfall is part of Narracan Creek. The falls tumble over rocky formations and are surrounded by dense native bushland.
Morwell River Falls
Morwell River Falls.
Not far out of Boolarra is the Morwell River Falls Reserve. There’s a 15-minute walk in the reserve that meanders along the upper reaches of the Morwell River before visitors get a great view of a few cascades of flowing water.
Tarra Falls
Tarra Falls.
Surrounded by temperate rainforest in Tarra-Bulga National Park, these falls flow down a rocky, fern-lined gorge. The falls are reached via a short 1.4km return walking track that also passes by Cyathea Falls.
Little River Falls
Little River Gorge.
Within Snowy River National Park is a steep 30 minute walk that takes visitors to an aerial view of the little river gorge, which formed out of volcanic rock. After rain, water flows down the 600-metre ridges into the gorge below, making this Victoria’s deepest gorge.
Genoa Falls
Genoa Falls. Photograph by Arkeebolo's Travels with Charles and Caz.
Set within the lush forests of Croajingolong National Park, the small set of Genoa Falls are an easy stroll from the carpark.
There’s also a steep 2km return trail to the rocky Genoa Summit. The final section of the walk includes ladders leading to the top, where visitors will be rewarded with panoramic views of the park.
Lawson Falls
Lawson Falls.
In Bunyip State Park, the Lawson Falls Circuit Trail meanders through dense bush and fern gullies before emerging at the cascades.
Raymond Creek Falls
Raymond Creek Falls. Photograph by Courtney Lee.
There’s a steep 1km hike to reach the view of Raymond Creek jettisoning water 20 metres off a cliff face into the jagged rocks below before pooling in a calm stream.