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The best waterfalls in Adelaide Hills

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Adelaide Hills. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 18 m drop

Waterfall Gully

Adelaide Hills · South Australia · Australia

Waterfall Gully — hero

This time at Waterfall Gully, we only visited two waterfalls. Next time, we’ll definitely challenge ourselves with the hike to Mount Lofty Summit.

With plenty of recent rain, the waterfalls were looking spectacular. You can even spot rainbows in the mist up close.

Hiking Route

Waterfall canyon
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Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.

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