Gloucester Falls Track at the Gloucester Tops precinct within Barrington Tops offers a short & easy walk that rewards you with a lookout & waterfall at the end of a very scenic drive.
- WHERE: Barrington Tops National Park
- DISTANCE: 1.8km loop
- TIME: 1hr to 1.5 hrs
- GRADE: Grade 3
- PRICE: Free
When you’re hankering to get out of town, Gloucester Falls Track is a perfect family day trip to the magnificent Gloucester Tops area in Barrington Tops National Park, near Gloucester. The kids will love the change of scenery with wonderful views of spectacular forests, mountains, and waterfalls on this short and easy walk.
From Gloucester Falls picnic area, the track leads through sub-alpine woodlands of snow gums to Andrew Laurie lookout where you can gaze across Gloucester River, and rugged tree-lined gorges to the Mountaineer peak in the east. A second lookout offers scenic vistas of the picturesque Gloucester Falls where the river plunges over the plateau to the valley below. The twin drops are breathtaking after rain.
If you’re still keen to explore the wild and beautiful Tops region, try nearby Antarctic Beech Forest walking track or combine all the routes on Gloucester Tops circuit.
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• HOW: For scenic walks around Gloucester & Barrington Tops pick up the free brochures at the Gloucester Visitor Information Centre or download the brochure here.
• COST: Free
• CONTACT: Pick up a free map at Gloucester Visitor Information Centre at 27 Denison Street. Call 6538 5252
Bushwalking safety tips:
Always tell someone of your bushwalking plans & your expected time to return home.
Wear sturdy enclosed shoes suitable for all weather.
Take care of slippery tracks, trails, rocks & water crossings.
The weather in this area can be unpredictable & can be a lot cooler so ensure you’re well-prepared for your visit, with jackets & drinking water.
Wear sunscreen, insect repellent & a hat.
There is no mobile phone reception at Copeland Tops & GPS systems are often ineffective.
And please take all your rubbish with you.
