The drive takes about two hours, and there is also a hike involved, so it’s not very beginner-friendly. However, it is truly beautiful. Set your navigation to Belmore Falls and drive directly to the forest park area. There is a nearby parking area, and it is recommended to park near the lookout sign, which is free. Once you enter the forest park, there is a sign that shows you how to reach the lookout.
Belmore Falls
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Plan your visit to Belmore Falls
Please verify on the official website before you go
Why is Belmore Falls famous?
Belmore Falls is renowned for its dramatic 100-metre twin cascades plunging into the deep Barrengarry Creek gorge in Morton National Park. The falls are named after the fourth Earl of Belmore, Governor of New South Wales from 1868–1872, and are a popular scenic stop in the Southern Highlands.
Can you swim at Belmore Falls?
No — the falls drop 100m into a gorge with no safe swimming access at the base. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Belmore Falls?
Dogs are not permitted in Morton National Park. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is Belmore Falls free? Do you need a permit?
Free — no entry fee or permit required for Belmore Falls or Morton National Park day visits. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is there parking at Belmore Falls?
Free parking is available at Belmore Falls car park, with space for approximately 10–15 vehicles. The lookout is a very short walk from the car park. Please verify on the official website before you go.
How long is the hike to Belmore Falls?
About 200 metres return from the car park to the main lookout platform — essentially roadside access. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Belmore Falls hike difficulty
Easy — short paved and gravel path with minimal elevation gain to the main viewing platform. Please verify on the official website before you go.
When is the best time to visit Belmore Falls?
Autumn to spring (March–November) for best water flow, especially after rain. Winter and spring offer the most dramatic cascades. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Route and trail notes for Belmore Falls
From the car park, follow the short, well-marked path to the fenced lookout platform overlooking the falls. The platform provides views down into the Barrengarry Creek gorge where the twin streams plunge 100 metres. A separate track leads to Hindmarsh Lookout for panoramic valley views.
Belmore Falls official website
Attractions near Belmore Falls
- •Fitzroy Falls — spectacular 81m waterfall with visitor centre and lookout walks, 12km north
- •Morton National Park — vast wilderness with walking tracks, rainforest, and gorge views
- •Hindmarsh Lookout — panoramic views over Kangaroo Valley, short walk from Belmore Falls
- •Kangaroo Valley — charming village with cafes, farm stays, and river activities, 15km east
Safety information
Waterfalls can be unforgiving. Read these before you go — and please, use your judgement on the day.
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