GUIDE TO OUR WONDERFUL
WATERFALLS Caitlyn Samson
The rain through the wetter months of the year, May through to November, ensures our waterfalls look truly spectacular. Our area has high rainfall, compared with much of the state and with our positioning on the Great Dividing Range, three important Victorian rivers begin here.
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hese rivers are the Coliban, Loddon and Campaspe, which feed the Murray, providing water for communities and irrigating farms along the way. In addition to some very beautiful waterfalls, we have over 80% of Australia’s natural mineral springs and have had visitors to the region since they were first protected, coming to drink, bathe and admire all the life that stems from our water. TRENTHAM FALLS
Trentham Falls is one of the longest single drop waterfalls in Victoria, with its waters cascading 32 meters. It is an easy walk to the Trentham Falls viewing area from the parking and picnic area. Lush bushlands surround the
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falls and the area boasts invigorating hiking and bike bush tracks. Trentham Scenic Reserve Road, Trentham #trenthamfalls TURPINS FALLS
Turpins Falls is an impressive waterfall located on the Campaspe River and its waters cascade down a 20m rock wall that encapsulates the rock pool below on three sides. You can enjoy the beauty of the falls from a lookout just a short walk from the car park. Shillidays Road, Langley #turpinsfalls
THE CASCADES
The Cascades is a hidden gem nestled away just north of Metcalfe. Water tumbles over layers of bedrock through rock pools, through crevices and funnels into little caverns. Relax in the rock pools or take a swim in one of the bigger swimming holes. It is best to visit after some rain. Cascades Road, Metcalf #metcalfecascades STANLEY PARK FALLS
Stanley Park Falls was named after Sir Arthur Stanley, Governor of Victoria. He was instrumental in providing funding to acquire the land for public use. The area is
