The Banggurru (pronounced 'Bun-gu-roo' and meaning turtle) walk provides an opportunity for the whole family to experience some of the beauty of the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest along the banks of Stony Creek. Be sure to spend a moment peering into the rock pools—you could be rewarded with a glimpse of a playtpus, or hear the plop of a water dragon seeking refuge in the creek. Saw-shelled turtles can also be seen basking on logs or peeking through the surface of the water. At the end of the walk is a lovely swimming spot - a deep pool with a small cascading waterfall and entry via a section of sandy beach.

Getting there and getting around

• Girringun National Park and surrounds map (PDF, 1.4MB)
• Wallaman Falls map (PDF, 279.5KB)

Wallaman Falls is located 51km south-west of Ingham, about 1hr drive through rural properties. Travel west from Ingham along Abergowrie Road to Trebonne. From here, the route is well signposted. The road to Wallaman Falls is a sealed bitumen road, suitable for conventional vehicles. Care is required on the range, which is slippery when wet. While the range is steep and winding in sections, a caravan may be towed to the camping area provided that care is taken to drive to prevailing conditions.

Banggurru walk starts from Wallaman Falls camping area.

Wheelchair accessibility

Banggurru walk is not wheelchair accessible.

Staying safe

• Your safety is our concern but your responsibility.
• Never jump or dive into water—there may be submerged objects.
• Take care around cliffs, steep slopes and rock faces along the track, and at lookouts.
• Stay on the tracks and take care on uneven surfaces, especially in wet conditions.
• Protect yourself from the sun. Wear sunscreen, a hat and a long-sleeved shirt, even on cloudy days.
• Wear insect repellent, clothing and shoes to protect yourself from stings, scratches and bites.
• Avoid stinging trees. These plants are found at rainforest edges. They grow to 4m high and have large, heart-shaped leaves with serrated edges. Do not touch these plants as it will almost certainly result in a very painful sting. If you are stung, and symptoms are severe, seek medical attention.
• Carry at least one form of communication equipment. Satellite phones and Personal Location Beacons (PLBs) are the most effective in this area. There is no mobile phone coverage.
• In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Download the Triple Zero emergency app—it could save your life.
• A free public phone is located at the Wallaman Falls camping area.

For more information, please read the guidelines on safety in parks and forests.

Before you visit

Essentials to bring

To ensure an enjoyable visit please remember to bring:

• a basic first-aid kit including a space blanket
• adequate clothing for all weather conditions including rain
• sturdy, reliable, worn-in footwear
• a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and insect repellent
• adequate containers to carry enough water for a day's walk
• bring adequate drinking water – water is not suitable for drinking at Wallaman Falls camping area
• rubbish bags.

Opening hours

Banggurru walk is open 24 hours a day. Plan to walk in daylight hours. If spotlighting, Banggurru walk is ideal but please be prepared.