Wander through tall eucalypt forest and lush gullies to the perfectly framed Wombelano Falls. Enjoy beautiful views from the lookout and spy the falls cascading 90 metres into the gully below.
Wombelano Falls is a hidden gem tucked away in the gullies of Kinglake National Park. Its picturesque beauty makes it one of the must-see waterfalls near Melbourne.
Enjoy the serenity of nature on the pleasant bushwalk to Wombelano Falls. The 1.5km circuit weaves through scenic forest rich with ferns and towering trees.
Admire the waterfall from the lookout platform and watch streams of water cascade down the rock shelves, beautifully bordered by lush foliage.
Return via the same track or explore a second scenic track that also leads to the carpark. Both tracks are around the same length of 1.5km.
Enjoy the serenity of nature on the pleasant bushwalk to Wombelano Falls. The 1.5km circuit weaves through scenic forest rich with ferns and towering trees.
Admire the waterfall from the lookout platform and watch streams of water cascade down the rock shelves, beautifully bordered by lush foliage.
Return via the same track or explore a second scenic track that also leads to the carpark. Both tracks are around the same length of 1.5km.
Things to do
The Gums Camping
With great facilities in a delightful bush setting close to Melbourne, The Gums camping area is a popular base for relaxing and exploring the northern section of Kinglake National Park.
Masons Falls
Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful surrounds of Masons Falls Picnic Area. Set among towering gums, the large shelters and free gas barbecues make it the perfect place for a social gathering. The short waterfall walk is a real highlight.
Bowden Spur Mountain Bike Area
Experience the thrills of downhill mountain biking at Bowden Spur Mountain Bike Area. Shepherds Track will challenge and delight the most seasoned mountain bike riders. With dirt jumps, rock gardens, flowing earth berms and off-camber riding, there's excitement at every twist and turn.
How to get there
Wombelano Falls
The walking track to Wombelano Falls starts at the carpark on Captains Creek Road.
Captains Creek Road has an unsurfaced section for the last 300m leading to the carpark. Access via Extons Road is suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles, but contains potholes and puddles. Access from Eucalyptus Road is suitable for four-wheel drive vehicles only.
Captains Creek Road has an unsurfaced section for the last 300m leading to the carpark. Access via Extons Road is suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles, but contains potholes and puddles. Access from Eucalyptus Road is suitable for four-wheel drive vehicles only.
When you're there
Most of the walking track is flat with a compacted surface. There is a downhill section for the last 200m.
Download the Kinglake National Park visitor guide before you go.
Download the Kinglake National Park visitor guide before you go.
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.
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