Maddens Falls

Attraction
Maddens Falls lookout, Dharawal National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Maddens Creek picnic area. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Along the track, Maddens Falls walk, Dharawal National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Maddens Falls walk, Dharawal National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Gum tree. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
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Park alerts

Dharawal National Park

1 current alert · Checked 11 Oct 2026, 11:05 pm

  • Elsewhere in the parkSafety alertsUntil 1 Oct 2027

    10B and 10C Fire Trails - Increased Truck Movements

    The 10B and 10C Fire Trails in Dharawal National Park, between Appin Rd and the former North Cliff Colliery will see increased truck movements from September 2026 for approximately 12 months. This is to support the rehabilitation of the former colliery by the current leaseholder GM3. Please take care on these shared trails and give way to trucks. For more information contact GM3 Community Team at 1800 102 210

About

Take the easy Maddens Falls walk to the lookout for a view of the waterfall dropping from Maddens Creek to the pools below.

The short and easy walking track is a great one for walking with children. It's also ideal for birdwatchers so don't forget your binoculars - look for local residents like honeyeaters, red wattlebirds and golden whistlers. Tree frogs, brown froglets and banjo frogs are often heard too, walk quietly to increase your chances of spotting wildlife.

When you reach the falls, admire picturesque vegetation at the falls' base. Colourful with acacias, native river roses and lush, sprawling ferns, it's a pretty place to visit during spring when the flowers are out or in April when the falls will be at their fullest. See if you can spot the rare fern-leaf grevillea with its red toothbrush-like' flowers.

When you're done gazing at the falls, head back along the track to the picnic table for a tasty lunch or afternoon tea.

Take a virtual tour of Maddens Falls captured with Google Street View Trekker.

Dharawal National Park · Sydney and surrounds · South Coast

Enjoy scenic waterfall views at Maddens Falls lookout near Helensburgh, a great reward after a long bushwalk and the perfect place for birdwatching and photography.

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

Plan your visit

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Frequently asked questions

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Get in touch

Wollongong office

Unit G Ground Floor, 84 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Darkes Forest NSW 2508

Hours

Open 24 hours