Crater Lakes National Park comprises two separate sections—Lake Barrine and Lake Eacham. Both sections protect clear, blue crater lakes surrounded by cool rainforest. At Lake Barrine, discover giant bull kauri pines towering above the forest or take the time to watch the lake’s waterbirds come and go. Lake Eacham, a favourite of locals and visitors alike, offers swimming, birdwatching, picnic areas and shady walking tracks.
Location
Lake Barrine is about 60km or just over 1 hour's drive up the Gillies Range from Cairns. The turn-off to Lake Eacham is a further 8km along the Gillies Range.
Welcome
The Traditional Owners of Crater Lakes National Park welcome you to their country and ask that you respect their special place.
The Traditional Owners of Lake Barrine, the Tablelands Yidinji, welcome you to their special place and ask that you respect their country during your visit.
Park facilities
- Barbecue (wood/fuel/coin)
- No campfires
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
- No camping
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Swimming
- Walking
- World Heritage
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Walk the short track and be dwarfed by Lake Barrine's twin kauri pine trees. Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Start of twin kauris walk, Lake Barrine. Photo credit: Michael Petersen © Queensland Government
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Start of rainforest walk, Lake Barrine. Photo credit: © Danora Buschkens
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Start of Lake Eacham children’s walk on the left. Photo credit: © Danora Buschkens
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Photo credit: Darren Jew ©Tourism and Events Qld
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Paddling on Lake Barrine. Photo credit: Michael Petersen © Queensland Government
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Lake Eacham day-use area. Photo credit: Michael Petersen © Queensland Government
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Photo credit: © Chris Whitelaw
Highlights and announcements
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Be inspired: Chasing volcanoes (and waterfalls) in the tropical north
They say ‘don’t go chasing waterfalls’ but we suggest you do, and volcanoes too!
- Upcoming works: Childrens walk, Lake Eacham, Crater Lakes National Park 5 June to 7 August 2023