Paradise Falls

Two women sit in sun next to a mountain overlooking the waterfall.

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Paradise Falls

Alpine National Park

Located in the stunning Alpine National Park, Paradise Falls cascades an uninterrupted 31 metres from a conglomerate rock formation. The walk to the viewing platform is a well-made but steep stepped track. From here, you can take in the spectacular falls and watch the stream wind down through the landscape.

Paradise Falls is in the heart of the King Valley in Alpine National Park. The falls are most spectacular in spring, early summer or after rain, so plan your visit accordingly if you're keen to see the water at its most impressive.

A pleasant 500m walk from the car park takes you to the falls viewing platform, where you can watch the falls drop from a breathtaking conglomerate rock ledge formation. The path allows you to follow the contours of this rock formation on stone steps. For your safety, please stay on the designated walking track to avoid unstable rocks and minimise damage to native vegetation.

In the Day Visitor Area you'll find picnic tables and designated fireplaces with barbecue plates – an ideal destination for a day trip with the family. Toilets are located at the rear of the car park, but you'll need to bring your own drinking water. Make sure you extinguish your fire with water after using the fireplaces, and take all your rubbish out with you.

For the more adventurous, take the Falls Walking Track from the car park to Wobonga Plateau: a 7km return trip that will take you up to McMillan's Track Lookout, perched on a rocky escarpment. Absorb the breathtaking views of the Upper King River and Lake William Hovel, as well as the rolling hills stretching towards the peaks of Mount Stirling and Mount Buller.

Things to do in the area

A wide view of Lake Cobbler under a blue sky.

Lake Cobbler

Nestled in Alpine Ash and Gums is Lake Cobbler, where you can find camping and day visitor areas, hut and toilet facilities, and abundant wildlife. The overflow from this lake feeds Dandongadale Falls on the Cobbler Plateau. Adventurous hikers can find the head of the hiking trail to the summit of Mount Cobbler nearby.
Looking over Lake Cobbler, Alpine National Park

Cobbler Lake Camping Area

This camping spot is a great base for experienced walkers to tackle Mt Cobbler or visit the nearby Dandongale Falls.
A view of Lake William Hovell with the mountain ranges reflected in the surface.

Lake William Hovell

Visit this charming lake for some recreational water activities – it's a great spot for kayaking and boating, and has barbecues, fire pits and toilet facilities. Take the family and a packed lunch and relax by the water at one of the picnic tables.
A woman hikes to the top of Mt Cobbler with spectacular views of the High Country in the background.

Mount Cobbler Walk

Enjoy a beautiful walk to Mount Cobbler and take in amazing views from the top of the mountain. The track is relatively steep and recommended for physically fit walkers.
Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

Bird watching

From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.

How to get there

Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls is located in the King Valley, 60km southeast of Wangaratta, 78km northeast of Mansfield, and 16km southeast of Cheshunt township. The last 11km into the National Park is 2WD-accessible gravel road.
Paradise Falls

When you're there

Please note that camping is not permitted at the Paradise Falls Day Visitor Area. You can find some excellent free and 2WD accessible camping spots nearby at Bennies and Dandongadale that are accessible all year round.

For 4WD and camping during the warmer months, check out the Upper King River, Sandy Flat, Top Crossing and Buckland Spur areas. Note that these areas are subject to seasonal road closures.

Help us protect Alpine National Park by adhering to the park's visitor guidelines:

  • Stay on the road – off-road driving is not permitted in the park
  • Walking tracks are single use – please don't ride your motorbike or bicycle on the walking tracks
  • Leave pets at home – dogs and cats are not permitted in the park
  • Take your litter home with you – bins are not provided

    • Need to know

    Paradise Falls

    Accessibility

    Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

    Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

    Change of Conditions

    Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

    • Alpine National Park

      Early Seasonal Road Closures affecting the Alpine National Park - Mount Hotham

      Due to recent snowfall, road incidents and vehicle recovery, tracks around Mount Hotham will be closed from Wednesday the 11th of June.

      The early seasonal closures apply to:
      • Gunns Track
      • Twins Track
      • Mount Murray Track South
      • Dinner Plain Track
       The closures are necessary to ensure the safety of visitors and the minimise damage to park values and assets following the recent weather event.

      Southern Alps track closures due to storm and flood damage

      Areas of the Southern Alps have been significantly damaged by subsequent storms and floods since 2021, in the interests of public safety and environmental protection this means sometimes we must close tracks.
      The following tracks are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection:


      • Mt Kent Track
      • Scrubby Hill Track will remain closed beyond seasonal closure date of Oct 31st 2024
       
       These tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until repair works can be undertaken.
       
      Before visiting, visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.

      TRACK CLOSURE: Little Cobbler Track, Alpine National Park

      Due to the poor condition of the Little Cobbler Track, it is closed.  The track has suffered significant impacts from multiple flood and storm events that has left deep ruts that are not trafficable, making use of the track unsafe.

      There are multiple 4WD options for alternate routes between Lake Cobbler Road and Speculation Road areas.   Options include; 
      • via Cobbler Lake Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Cobbler Lake Track thru to Speculation Road.
      • via Wild Horse Gap Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Wild Horse Gap Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.
      • via Basin Track. Turn off Upper Rose River Rd onto Basin Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road. 
      Please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 if you need further assistance with journey planning in this area to assist with navigating around this closure.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Ground shooting operations targeting deer

      Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area.  The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.
       
      For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

     
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