Paluma Range National Park Townsville

Little Crystal creek is a popular place to swim and only a short walk from the day-use area Photo credit: Phil Copp © Queensland Government

Photo credit: © Tourism and Events Queensland

Little Crystal Creek day-use area, Mount Spec section

Little Crystal Creek day-use area features a popular place to swim near an iconic stone mason bridge.

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Attraction facilities

  • Electric/fuel barbecue (free of charge)
  • Picnic tables (some sheltered)
  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Wheelchair access (may require assistance)

Picnic tables and sheltered barbecues are provided at Little Crystal Creek day-use area. A short walk takes you to a picturesque swimming spot. Enjoy the natural beauty of the falls and rockpools from the stone mason bridge.

Getting there and getting around

The Mount Spec section of Paluma Range National Park is easily accessible from both Townsville and Ingham. There are 2 turn-offs (northern and southern) onto Barrett Road from the Bruce Highway. From Barrett Road, turn onto Mount Spec Road and drive a further 6km to the Little Crystal Creek day-use area.

Wheelchair access

The toilets and shelter shed at Little Crystal Creek day-use area are wheelchair-accessible.

Before you visit

Opening hours

Little Crystal Creek day-use area, Mount Spec section, is open 24 hours a day. Access may be restricted during wet weather when creeks rise in the Little Crystal Creek area and fallen trees or landslides occur along Mount Spec Road.

Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and  conditions.

Never jump or dive and take extreme caution at Little Crystal Creek. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred at these locations.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Paluma Range safely.