Local Vic

Toorongo Falls Circuit Walk, Noojee


The falls are located close to Noojee and offer a wonderful day trip option. The Toorongo Falls Circuit Walk is quite pleasant giving you an opportunity to view both Toorongo Falls and Amphitheatre Falls which are just 600 metres apart.

Only Toorongo Falls Walk:
Length: 1.2 km
Time: 45 min

Toorongo Falls Circuit Walk (includes both falls)
Length: 2.2 km
Time: 1 hr 30 min

Facilitating convenience for visitors, you’ll find restroom facilities and an abundance of picnic tables near the car park area.

Pic Credits: Ashima

Toorongo Falls Reserve

The Toorongo Falls Reserve reveals a lush expanse of vibrant greenery that left us enchanted. Our admiration grew as we ventured along the pathway that traces the tranquil Toorongo River. The atmosphere was captivating, with dense ferns and towering gum trees enveloping us in their embrace. The immersive encounter was nothing short of mesmerizing, creating a lasting memory of nature’s beauty.

Toorongo Falls Reserve, Pic Credit: @Laurie

The native trees include mountain grey gum, mountain ash, manna gum, blackwood, lovely varieties of fern and Austral mulberry.

The Majestic Toorongo Falls, Pic Credit: Andrew Braithwaite
Toorongo River, Pic Credit: @Laurie

Named aptly for its serene setting within a natural amphitheater, the Amphitheatre Falls grace the landscape with their presence. Though smaller in comparison to the grandeur of the Toorongo Falls, these falls carry their own unique charm that resonates with the tranquility of their surroundings.

Amphitheatre Falls at Tooronga River Reserve Pic Credit: Visitvictoria

Toorongo Falls Camping Area

Before you head towards the falls, you will cross the Toorongo Falls Camping Area that offers a prime bush camping sites by the scenic Toorongo River. The beauty is that these sites operate on a first-come-first-served basis, eliminating the need for prior bookings. This affords a spontaneous and immersive outdoor experience in close harmony with nature.

Location & Distance Guide

Noojee: 6 km
Melbourne: 100 km (1 hr and 45 minutes)

Route Options: From Melbourne, head east along the Princes Freeway towards Warragul, then take left at the Drouin exit towards Noojee or take the Warburton Hwy to Yarra Junction, turning onto the Yarra Junction-Noojee Road for a more scenic trip through the ranges. 

*Travel Tip: On our way out we went via a bit longer route via Wellington Road-Emerald-Yarra Junction-Noojee as its more scenic but on our return we took the Princes Highway.

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