Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park Tropical North Queensland

Photo credit: Leigh Willis © Queensland Government

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 is a scenic waterfall fed by rains falling on Queensland’s highest peak, Bartle Frere, which looms above this popular picnic area.

Location

75km south of Cairns

Welcome

The Noongyanbudda Ngadjon (noong-yan-budda-nud-jun) local Aboriginal people maintain a close spiritual connection with the Bartle Frere area and Josephine Falls, and they welcome you to their country.

Learn more Getting there

Park facilities

Lookout
Picnic tables (some sheltered)
Toilets
Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
No camping
Hiking
Swimming
Walking
World Heritage

Highlights and announcements

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.
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