Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park Tropical North Queensland

Danger - Unpredictable water conditions

Conditions at Josephine Falls can be extremely dangerous. Flash flooding (rapidly rising water) can occur at Josephine Falls at any time of the year. Photo credit: Leigh Willis © Queensland Government

Josephine Falls walking track

Journey type
Walk
Distance
1.2km return Start and finish points are the same and the traveller must return via the same path
Time suggested
Allow 30min walking time.
Grade
Grade 2 walking track

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Journey facilities

  • Lookout (constructed)
  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets (flush)
  • Walking

Grade 2

Distance: 1.2km return

Time: Allow about 30min walking time

Details: From the car park the track leads you through lush tropical rainforest, to viewing decks overlooking Josephine Creek and falls. Viewing platforms offer excellent views and opportunities for photography. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top area. Do not enter the restricted access area  (PDF, 120.7KB) around the top of the falls. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Penalties apply.

Getting there and getting around

Maps

Josephine Falls is 75km south of Cairns. Turn off the Bruce Highway 2km south of Mirriwinni and drive 8km to Josephine Falls. Access is possible by conventional vehicle.

Access to the top section of the falls is prohibited. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Please observe the signposted restricted access area  (PDF, 120.7KB) .

Wheelchair access

The toilets, picnic shelter and picnic tables are wheelchair-accessible. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top area. Stairs lead to the bottom pool.

Before you visit

Opening hours

Wooroonooran National Park is open 24 hours a day. Some walks may be closed during the wetter months, between October and May. Additional closures may occur for management purposes including pest plant and pest animal control, and extreme weather events such as flash flooding.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Josephine Falls safely and Walk with care.