city guide
A hand-picked guide to 2 of the most stunning waterfalls in Dorrigo. 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 · 30 m drop
Dorrigo · New South Wales · Australia
For the past few days, I had this strong feeling that I wanted to go to Dorrigo to see the rain.
Maybe it was because it had been rainy and cloudy at home lately, or maybe because I had visited the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre before but didn’t have time to walk the trails, and felt like I had left something unfinished.
But one after another, strange little things started happening.
#2 · 65 m drop
Dorrigo · New South Wales · Australia
Rainforest waterfall hike in Australia — Crystal Shower Falls Coffs Harbour nearby trip Dorrigo National Park (national forest park)
First stop: the stunning Skywalk lookout (adults $2, kids $1) Then we chose a hiking trail suitable for both adults and kids with little experience
3.6 km return, about 1–1.5 hours The waterfall is the destination, and you can even walk behind it to view it The path is easy to walk, and it’s like a natural oxygen bar — breathe in as much fresh air as you want~
Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.