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The best waterfalls in Terrey Hills

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Terrey 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 · 5 m drop

Upper Gledhill Falls

Terrey Hills · New South Wales · Australia

Upper Gledhill Falls — hero

We ended up at this place by accident, which is the best way to describe how we found it. It's a good summer spot for an outdoor swim, hidden in the forest on Sydney's north shore, and not many people seem to know about it.

Finding It

The falls are near the toll gate on the way to West Head, in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Parking is the tricky part. There's very little of it, only a few spots along the side of the road, and it's easy to drive straight past without noticing.

Waterfall canyon
Safety first

Stay safe at every waterfall

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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