Paradise Falls

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Paradise Falls

Alpine National Park

Located in the stunning Alpine National Park, Paradise Falls cascades an uninterrupted 31 metres from a conglomerate rock formation. The walk to the viewing platform is a well-made but steep stepped track. From here, you can take in the spectacular falls and watch the stream wind down through the landscape.

Paradise Falls is in the heart of the King Valley in Alpine National Park. The falls are most spectacular in spring, early summer or after rain, so plan your visit accordingly if you're keen to see the water at its most impressive.

A pleasant 500m walk from the car park takes you to the falls viewing platform, where you can watch the falls drop from a breathtaking conglomerate rock ledge formation. The path allows you to follow the contours of this rock formation on stone steps. For your safety, please stay on the designated walking track to avoid unstable rocks and minimise damage to native vegetation.

In the Day Visitor Area you'll find picnic tables and designated fireplaces with barbecue plates – an ideal destination for a day trip with the family. Toilets are located at the rear of the car park, but you'll need to bring your own drinking water. Make sure you extinguish your fire with water after using the fireplaces, and take all your rubbish out with you.

For the more adventurous, take the Falls Walking Track from the car park to Wobonga Plateau: a 7km return trip that will take you up to McMillan's Track Lookout, perched on a rocky escarpment. Absorb the breathtaking views of the Upper King River and Lake William Hovel, as well as the rolling hills stretching towards the peaks of Mount Stirling and Mount Buller.

Things to do in the area

A wide view of Lake Cobbler under a blue sky.

Lake Cobbler

Nestled in Alpine Ash and Gums is Lake Cobbler, where you can find camping and day visitor areas, hut and toilet facilities, and abundant wildlife. The overflow from this lake feeds Dandongadale Falls on the Cobbler Plateau. Adventurous hikers can find the head of the hiking trail to the summit of Mount Cobbler nearby.
Looking over Lake Cobbler, Alpine National Park

Cobbler Lake Camping Area

This camping spot is a great base for experienced walkers to tackle Mt Cobbler or visit the nearby Dandongale Falls.
A view of Lake William Hovell with the mountain ranges reflected in the surface.

Lake William Hovell

Visit this charming lake for some recreational water activities – it's a great spot for kayaking and boating, and has barbecues, fire pits and toilet facilities. Take the family and a packed lunch and relax by the water at one of the picnic tables.
A woman hikes to the top of Mt Cobbler with spectacular views of the High Country in the background.

Mount Cobbler Walk

Enjoy a beautiful walk to Mount Cobbler and take in amazing views from the top of the mountain. The track is relatively steep and recommended for physically fit walkers.
Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

Bird watching

From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.

How to get there

Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls is located in the King Valley, 60km southeast of Wangaratta, 78km northeast of Mansfield, and 16km southeast of Cheshunt township. The last 11km into the National Park is 2WD-accessible gravel road.
Paradise Falls

Facilities

Viewing Lookout - Cut Section
Toilets
Carpark

When you're there

Please note that camping is not permitted at the Paradise Falls Day Visitor Area. You can find some excellent free and 2WD accessible camping spots nearby at Bennies and Dandongadale that are accessible all year round.

For 4WD and camping during the warmer months, check out the Upper King River, Sandy Flat, Top Crossing and Buckland Spur areas. Note that these areas are subject to seasonal road closures.

Help us protect Alpine National Park by adhering to the park's visitor guidelines:

  • Stay on the road – off-road driving is not permitted in the park
  • Walking tracks are single use – please don't ride your motorbike or bicycle on the walking tracks
  • Leave pets at home – dogs and cats are not permitted in the park
  • Take your litter home with you – bins are not provided

    • Need to know

    Paradise Falls

    Accessibility

    Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

    Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

    Change of Conditions

    Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

    • Alpine National Park

      Track closures due to flood impact

      The following tracks are closed due to impact by storms and flood. Crews will assess and reopen when safe:The following tracks are closed due to impact by storms and flood. Crews will assess and reopen when safe:
      • Cobberas Track
      • Ingeegoodbee Track
      • Little Cobbler Track
      • McFarlines Flat Track

      Wabonga and McMillan's Track closures for repairs and maintenance

      Wabonga 4WD track will be closed from the intersection of Paradise Falls Rd to Basin Track intersection, and McMillan's Track will be closed from Burrowes Rd to Wabonga track for the period 25th September to 15th December inclusive.
      The closure is to allow for important track repairs, culvert and bridge installations to support fire fighting access and response.
      If the works are completed prior to the 15th December the track will be re-opened.

      Alternative access to the Wabonga Plateau area can be via Long Spur, Basin Track, Top Crossing, or Burnt Top once the Seasonal Road closures have ended on the 2nd November.

      Mt Murray Track North closure

      Due to track damage and poor track condition resulting in a risk to visitors, environmental damage and further track damage, Mt Murray Track North is currently closed.
       
      Alternate route is Selwyn Creek Road - Mt Murray Logging Road.
       
      In the interest of visitor safety, this road is closed until further notice until track repairs can be undertaken.

      Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer – December 2023

      Parts of the Alpine National Park will be closed during these dates while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.
       
      11-15 December (Bogong High Plains & Feathertop)
      18-20 December 2023 (Bogong High Plains, Feathertop & Dinner Plain/Dargo High Plains)
       
      The following tracks and visitor areas will be closed during the operation:
       
      FEATHERTOP:
      ·     MUMC Hut
      ·     Bon Accord Spur
      ·     Northwest Spur
      ·     East Ovens Track
       
      BOGONG HIGH PLAINS:
      ·     Moncrieffs Gap Track
      ·     East Kiewa Fire Track
      ·     Cranky Charlie Track
      ·     Roper Spur Track
      ·     Big River Fire Track (off BHP Road)
      ·     Spring Saddle Track
      ·     Arthur Track
      ·     Mt Arthur Fire Trail
      ·     Red Fox Track
      ·     Black Possum Spur Track
      ·     Junction Spur Fire Track
       
      DINNER PLAIN/DARGO HIGH PLAINS & HOTHAM
      ·     Mt Tabletop Walking Track
      ·     Mayford
      ·     Kings Spur
      ·     Longs Spur
       
      See attached map for details.
       
      For more information about the program and park closures, please visit this link.

      Attachments: Alpine National Park aerial shooting information (652KB)

      Mt Pinnibar Track - deteriorated condition

      Mt Pinnibar Track – deteriorated condition

      Mt Pinnibar Track between Walkers Road and Tom Groggin Track has deteriorated significantly following recent flood and storm events.

      Visitors are advised to consider alternate routes to the summit of Mt Pinnibar until repairs can be carried out.

      Bogong High Plains Road

      Following the landslide at Bogong Village the Bogong High Plains Road is now open however remediation work will continue into the foreseeable future to rectify the damage created by the landslide. Parks Victoria advises that all visitors check the Regional Roads Victoria and  Victoria's big build website for the latest traffic updates on closures or delays before visiting.
       https://regionalroads.vic.gov.au/map/north-eastern-improvements/bogong-high-plains-road-landslip 
      https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/mrpv/bogong-high-plains-road-landslip 

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Mt Selwyn Road closure

      Mount Selwyn Road is closed between the intersections of Five Ways and Canyo Road between May 2023 till approximately December 2023 due to significant road works being undertaken on this section of road.

      Alternate routes are Dingo Creek Tk - Great Diving Range Tk - Mt Selwyn Rd, Selwyn Creek Rd - Great Driving Range Tk - Mt Selwyn Rd or Selwyn Creek Rd - Tea Tree Range Rd - Mt Selwyn Rd or Walshs Tk - East Buffalo Rd - West Humffray Rd - Selwyn Tk. - Please check seasonal road closures prior to departure as these might affect your vogue.

      In the interest of visitor safety this road is closed between May 2023 till approximately December 2023.

    • McNamara Hut (Buckety Plain) Camping Area (Bundara - Cobungra Remote and Natural Area, Alpine National Park)

      McNamara Hut (Buckety Plain) Camping Area (Bundara-Cobungra Remote and Natural Area, Alpine National Park

      A sink hole has appeared on Trap Yard Gap Track between the Bogong High Plains Road and the locked gate 500 m away from McNamara Hut camping ground in the Bundara Buckety Plain area. Trap Yard Gap Track has been closed to vehicles for their own safety and to maintain the integrity of the road. There is flagging/caution tape across the track where it exists the Bogong High Plains Road to highlight that the track should not be driven on. 

      McNamara Hut (Buckety Plain) Camping Area (Bundara-Cobungra Remote and Natural Area, Alpine National Park

      A sink hole has appeared on Trap Yard Gap Track between the Bogong High Plains Road and the locked gate 500 m away from McNamara Hut camping ground in the Bundara Buckety Plain area. Trap Yard Gap Track has been closed to vehicles for their own safety and to maintain the integrity of the road. There is flagging/caution tape across the track where it exists the Bogong High Plains Road to highlight that the track should not be driven on. 

    • Davies Plain Hut & Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

      Davies Plain Track - 2.3 km track section currently closed due to flood damage

      A 2.3km section of Davies Plain Track, near Davies Plain Hut Camping Area within the Alpine National Park, is currently closed to all vehicles because of significant water damage and severe erosion, following recent flood and storm events in the area.  As a result of the temporary closure, Davies Plain Track is not a thoroughfare for vehicles between Tom Groggin and Charlies Creek Camping Area. There is currently no vehicle access to Davies Plain Hut or the adjoining camping area, pending further assessments and subsequent repairs. Nearest camping areas accessible to suitable 4WD vehicles on Davies Plain Track are Charlies Creek Camping Area to the south; and Buckwong Creek Camping Area to the north (near Tom Groggin). 

    • Willis Camping Area (Snowy River Heritage River, Alpine National Park)

      Flood and Storm Affected Areas

      Access to Willis Camping Area is currently closed due to recent storm and flood activity in the Area. Please see Vic Traffic website for details.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Ground shooting operations targeting deer

      Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area.  The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.
       
      For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

     
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