Ellenborough Falls
New South Wales
At a Glance
About Ellenborough Falls
Ellenborough Falls is claimed to be the longest single-drop waterfall in the Southern Hemisphere, plunging approximately 200 m in a single drop from the Bulga Plateau into the Ellenborough Valley below. The falls are located near Elands in the Manning Valley and can be viewed from a clifftop lookout or from the base after a steep 2.4 km descending track. The surrounding forest is lush subtropical rainforest.
Ellenborough Falls Safety & Warnings
["Track to base is steep and can be slippery — good fitness required","No swimming at falls","Limited phone coverage"]
Getting to Ellenborough Falls
Drive 300 km north of Sydney via Pacific Highway then Bucketts Way. Turn at Elands off Oxley Highway (Wauchope to Walcha road). Follow signs 14 km to the falls.
Ellenborough Falls Highlights
Activities at Ellenborough Falls
History of Ellenborough Falls
Ellenborough Falls is a significant natural landmark on the Mid North Coast of NSW, claimed to be the longest single-drop waterfall in the Southern Hemisphere at approximately 200 metres. The falls plunge from the Bulga Plateau into the Ellenborough Valley, carved through subtropical rainforest over geological time. The site has become an important regional attraction for its dramatic landscape and geological significance.
Tips for visiting Ellenborough Falls
Visit on a clear day with recent rainfall for the most dramatic curtain of water. The base track return is 4.8 km and takes 2–3 hours.