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Waterfall · Batchelor, Northern Territory
Florence Falls
A double waterfall that drops from the Tabletop plateau into a natural pool surrounded by monsoon forest in Litchfield National Park, with a lookout and steps down to the swim area.
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About Florence Falls
Florence Falls is one of the best-known waterfalls in Litchfield National Park. Two parallel drops fall from the edge of the Tabletop plateau into a deep natural pool, surrounded by monsoon forest.
From the car park, a short boardwalk leads to a lookout above the gorge, with views of both falls. A staircase descends to the pool, where swimming is usually allowed in the dry season. Another, longer and flatter trail follows the creek down to the base.
The area has picnic tables, toilets and a nearby campsite. A trail links Florence Falls to Buley Rockhole, passing through the creek-side forest.
In the wet season the water volume increases and the swimming area may be closed.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours, including bathing.
Best time
In the morning, before tour groups arrive, during the dry season.
How to get there
By car via Litchfield Park Road, about 30 km from Batchelor, with parking at the lookout.
Tip
The staircase down to the pool has many steps; save the swim for the end, before you climb back up.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Florence Falls
Can you swim at Florence Falls?
In the dry season swimming is usually allowed in the pool below the falls. In the wet season the area may be closed.
How do you get to Florence Falls?
By car via Litchfield Park Road, about 30 km from Batchelor, then down a staircase to the pool.
Is Florence Falls far from Darwin?
About 1.5 to 2 hours by car, via the Stuart Highway and through Batchelor.