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Waterfall · Kuranda, Queensland
Barron Falls
Tiered waterfall in the Barron River gorge, near Kuranda, viewed from a suspended rainforest boardwalk; after heavy rains the water usually cascades forcefully down the slope.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Barron Falls
Barron Falls, called Din Din by the traditional owners, the Djabugay, are in Barron Gorge National Park, a few kilometres from Kuranda. The Barron River descends the escarpment in rock steps, with a total drop of about 125 m, down to the gorge that leads to the Cairns plain.
The flow varies greatly throughout the year. After heavy rains, usually between December and April, the water can cover the rock face and form a mist that reaches the lookouts. In the dry season, part of the river is diverted to a power station and the falls run thinner over the rock.
The Din Din Barron Falls Lookout walking track begins at the car park, about 3.5 km from Kuranda town centre along Barron Falls Road. It is an elevated boardwalk of about 1.2 km round trip that passes through the forest just below the canopy and reaches the lookouts and the train stop. The boardwalk has wheelchair access with assistance.
The falls are also visible from the Kuranda train stop and from the Barron Falls station on the Skyrail cableway.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
Shortly after heavy rain days, in the wet season, when the falls are usually fuller.
How to get there
By car, 3.5 km from Kuranda town centre via Barron Falls Road. The falls are also visible from the train and from the Barron Falls station of the Skyrail.
Tip
If your visit is in the dry season, see the falls from the train or the cableway and use the free time in the village. Domestic animals are not allowed in the park.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Barron Falls
How high are the Barron Falls?
The total stepped drop is about 125 m, from the escarpment edge down to the river gorge.
When are the Barron Falls fullest?
After heavy rains, generally between December and April. In the dry season the water runs thinner over the rock.
How do you get to the Barron Falls lookout?
By car: 3.5 km from Kuranda via Barron Falls Road, then the boardwalk of about 1.2 km round trip. The train and the Skyrail also stop at lookouts above the falls.