Djyinda walk
This track weaves through open forest along the escarpment descending into rainforest offering amazing views of the Stoney Creek escarpment and Wallaman Falls.
- Journey type
- Walk
- Distance
- 4km return Start and finish points are the same and the traveller must return via the same path
- Time suggested
- Allow 2hr
- Grade
- Grade 4 walking track
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
Journey facilities
- Walking
Djyinda (pronounced 'Yin-da' and meaning falls) walk begins at the Wallaman Falls lookout car park and ends at the base of the falls. Walk from the car park 300m to the Herbert River Valley lookout and then continue onto Djyinda walk. The track weaves through open forest along the escarpment descending into rainforest offering amazing views of the Stoney Creek escarpment and Wallaman Falls. As the track goes into the gorge, open forest gives way to vine-thicket rainforest. At the base of the falls look up, the mist from the falls creates a rainbow of colour. Be prepared for a steep descent and ascent on unstable surfaces. A moderate level of fitness is required. Swimming is not permitted in the pools at the base of the falls for safety reasons and because this place is considered culturally significant to the Warrgamaygan Aboriginal People.
Getting there and getting around
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.
Djyinda walk starts 300m from Wallaman Falls lookout.
Wheelchair accessibility
Djyinda 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
Djyinda walk is open 24 hours a day. This walk is not suitable for spotlighting. For safety walkers should plan their walk to return in daylight hours.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Wallaman Falls safely and Walk with care.