Lower river track, Mossman Gorge
Glimpse crystal-clear waters rushing through tumbled granite boulders as you meander on this walking track along the river bank.
- Journey type
- Walk
- Distance
- 640m return Start and finish points are the same and the traveller must return via the same path
- Time suggested
- Allow 40min walking time.
- Grade
- Grade 2 walking track
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
Journey facilities
- Lookout (constructed)
- Toilets (flush)
- Walking
- Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government
- Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government
Starting from the shuttle bus stop in Mossman Gorge day-use area, this pleasant but sometimes slippery track winds along the river bank then joins the Baral Marrjanga track. From small lookouts, watch the Mossman River tumble over smooth granite boulders, rushing swiftly towards the ocean.
Look for brilliant butterflies fluttering in the rainforest, and watch jungle perch and saw-shelled turtles in the river below.
This park is part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, famed for its exceptional natural beauty, outstanding examples of the record of life, evolutionary history and remarkable diversity.
Getting there and getting around
The Lower River track is in the Mossman Gorge section of Daintree National Park (CYPAL), about 80km north of Cairns.
- The Lower River track begins from the shuttle bus stop in Mossman Gorge day-use area. Refer to map .
- Follow the track along the river to where it joins the Baral Marrjanga track. Return the way you came.
- If you wish to continue along the Baral Marrjanga track to the Mossman River lookout, be sure to allow extra time.
Wheelchair access
There are no wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Before you visit
Opening hours
Lower River track is open 24 hours a day.
Seasonal closures
This walking track may be closed at times due to localised flooding or for track maintenance during the wet season.
Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Daintree safely and Walk with care.
- Temporary walking track closure: Manjal Jimalji (Devils Thumb) walking track, Daintree National Park 11 January to 31 May 2024
- Visitor facilities update: Cape Tribulation section, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) 4 January to 30 June 2024
- Temporary partial track closure: Lower river walking track, Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) 31 December 2023 to 30 May 2024