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The best waterfalls in Walcha

A hand-picked guide to 2 of the most stunning waterfalls in Walcha. 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 · 65 m drop

Apsley Falls

Walcha · New South Wales · Australia

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We set off early in the morning to Apsley Falls, about a 1.5-hour drive from Tamworth.

The waterfall itself is quite impressive in person, and the surrounding mountains shaped by years of natural erosion are also very unique. Of course, you also get the classic Australian bush scenery along the way.

Personally, I don’t think it’s a must-visit destination on its own—it’s more of a nice stop if you’re passing through the area. On the way there and back, we also drove through a small town called Walcha, which is very small but has some surprisingly nice scenery.

#2 · 110 m drop

Apsley Gorge (NSW)

Walcha · New South Wales · Australia

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Set off early in the morning with my roommate for Apsley Falls. It’s about a 1.5-hour drive from Tamworth.

The waterfall does look pretty impressive in person, and the mountains shaped by time and nature are quite unique. Of course, there’s also that classic Aussie bush scenery.

Personally, I don’t think it’s worth making a special trip just for it — but if you’re passing by, it’s definitely worth a quick stop.

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