Carrington Falls
New South Wales
At a Glance
About Carrington Falls
Carrington Falls is a magnificent two-drop waterfall on the Kangaroo River within Budderoo National Park, dropping approximately 45 m into a deep rainforest gorge near Robertson. The falls are surrounded by lush temperate rainforest and can be viewed from an accessible lookout, with a more adventurous track descending to river level. The area is part of the Illawarra escarpment and receives significant rainfall, keeping the falls flowing for most of the year.
Carrington Falls Safety & Warnings
["Track to base is steep and can be slippery","Leeches after rain"]
Getting to Carrington Falls
Drive to Robertson village (150 km south of Sydney via Princes Motorway and Illawarra Highway), then follow Carrington Falls Road 7 km east.
Carrington Falls Highlights
Activities at Carrington Falls
History of Carrington Falls
Carrington Falls is located within Budderoo National Park in the Southern Highlands, part of the Illawarra escarpment region. The two-drop plunge waterfall on the Kangaroo River has long been a notable natural attraction, with the surrounding temperate rainforest providing habitat for native species including the lyrebird. The area is part of the broader plateau ecosystem that characterises the Southern Highlands landscape.
Tips for visiting Carrington Falls
Pair with Minnamurra Rainforest (25 km northeast) for a full day in Budderoo National Park. The Robertson bakery makes excellent pies for a post-walk lunch.