Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls

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

      Mt Pinnibar Track - deteriorated condition

      Mt Pinnibar Track between Walkers Road and Tom Groggin Track has deteriorated significantly following recent storm and flood events.
      Visitors are advised to consider alternate routes until repairs can be carried out.

      Early seasonal road closures 2023

      Early seasonal road closures apply to areas within and tracks bordering the Alpine National Park from 1 May 2023. See MapshareVic for locations of the closures. Visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

      Alpine National Park- Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer

      Parts of the Park will be closed during these dates while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.

      Areas include Mt Bogong, Bogong High Plains, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains and Feathertop. 
       
      29 May-2 June 2023
      5-9 June 2023
       
      See attached map for more details. 

      Attachments: Alpine NP Aerial Shooting Information (685KB)

      Road Conditions – Howitt, Tamboritha and Moroka Roads.

      Howitt, Moroka and Tamboritha Roads in the Foothills and Southern Alps area of the Alpine National Park are currently recommended for all wheel drive and four wheel drive vehicles with sufficient clearance and appropriate tyres as move into the cooler months. Road maintenance works have been completed on sections the Howitt and Moroka Roads in summer 2023. Vehicles travelling on the Howitt, Tamboritha (unsealed section) and Moroka Roads require attention to variations of the surface condition. Allow more time for your journey and always drive to the conditions.

    • 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.

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

      Early seasonal closure for Davies Plain Track and Kings Plain Track, Alpine National Park

      Kings Plain Track and Davies Plain Track between Buckwong Creek Camping Area (at Tom Groggin) and Charlies Creek Camping Area are seasonally closed to all vehicles from 1 May to 30 November inclusive. Sections of Davies Plain Track north of Buckwong Creek Camping Area (at Tom Groggin) and south of Charlies Creek Camping Area are seasonally closed to vehicles between the 2nd Thursday in June and the Thursday before Melbourne Cup day.

      Attachments: Davies Plain Track seasonal closure section_1 May - 30 Nov (258KB)

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Ground shooting operations targeting deer

      Ground control operations targeting deer will be undertaken in these Parks and Reserves from December 2022 to December 2023. These areas will remain open to visitors during operations.
       
      Alpine National Park (Bogong High Plains, Mount Bogong, Dinner Plain, Dargo High Plains, Foothills and Southern Alps)
      Buchan Caves Reserve
      Burrowa-Pine Mountain
      Cape Conran Coastal Park
      Cape Liptrap Coastal Park
      Cabbage Tree Creek Flora Reserve
      Errinundra National Park
      Lake Tyers State Park
      Lakes National Park
      Baw Baw National Park
      Mount Buffalo National Park
      Mount Mittamatite Regional Park
      Mount Mitta Mitta Flora Reserve
      Mount Lawson State Park
      Mount Granya State Park
      Mountain Creek Education Area
      Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve
      Wabba Wilderness Park
      Wilsons Promontory National Park

      For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

     
    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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