Agnes Falls brings all the health benefits of hanging out in an all-natural outdoors atmosphere are well-documented and also consist of improved state of mind and also concentration, far better physical fitness and also improved heart health and wellness. Walking outside can also help healing from anxiety as well as psychological health problems such as anxiousness and also depression. With a lot to acquire, going out into the outdoors often is important for everyone. Yet all households have participants for whom walking long distances is tough. Little ones, elderly people and those with health problem or impairment may feel unwilling to venture as well far.

Fortunately a lot of Victoria’s fantastic parks have picnic as well as bathroom facilities close to carparking which means that everybody can go along.
One such park is the attractive Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve, situated in Gippsland around a 15 minute drive from the township of Toora or one hour from Wilsons Promontory.
Agnes Falls is an incredible waterfall that cascades over a series of rocks over a 59 metre drop. It is a fantastic view, especially after periods of heavy rain when the falls and bordering rockpools go to their best. As the highest possible single span waterfall in Victoria, it is a must-see inclusion in the travel plan for all visitors to Gippsland.
The toilets adjacent to the carpark at Agnes Falls are mobility device pleasant and also obtainable from a level course. There is a barbecue sanctuary as well as all of the picnic tables are accessible to those in wheelchairs, although the course to reach them is a little steep, so some assistance might be needed.
The barbecue location is fascinating and the perfect spot for an outdoor lunch. The area is abundant in bird wildlife, such as rosellas, currawongs, honeyeaters and kookaburras, making it a preferred location for birdwatchers.
If you are truly lucky you might even detect a Wedge-tailed Eagle, a White Crane or a Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo. Overload Wallabies, possums and also owls also call this location house, although they are much more difficult to identify during daytime hrs. Keep your eyes peeled just in case! Trees are additionally plentiful with attractive Bluegums, Blackwood and also Silver Wattles offering a lot of color.
It is simply a brief 200 metre stroll from the carpark to the Agnes Falls search, which has seats. The stroll takes around five mins so it is perfect for little children’s legs that can not go also far! There are staircases as well as a brief high area so the seeing location is not obtainable to those in mobility devices. However, there come areas on the course from where the falls can be clearly seen.
From Melbourne, Agnes Falls is much less than 200km, making it viable for an excursion. The best route is to take the Monash Freeway as well as the South Gippsland Highway to Toora prior to heading inland. A detour to the close-by Silcocks Hill Lookout is well-worth it for the spectacular sights.
Barbecue products, dishes as well as petrol are conveniently offered from neighboring communities. Don’t forget to pick up some fresh local fruit and vegetables prior to you leaving so that you can take a little bit of Gippsland home with you, as well!
How to get to Agnes Falls:
From Melbourne take the Princes Hwy (M1) as well as South Gippsland Hwy (M420 and A440) to Toora. From Toora head north along Silcocks Hill Road as well as comply with the signs to the falls via Hazel Park Road, the Agnes River Road as well as Agnes Falls Road.
More details about Agnes Falls:
- Swimming: Not allowed
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Camping: Yes, cost-free outdoor camping at Franklin River Reserve, Toora. About 15 minutes away.
- Dogs Allowed: Yes, on leads.
- Toilets: Yes, located at parking area.