Description

Several walk variants start from here: Joffre Lookout Class 3 240m return. Allow 20 minutes. Rock steps take you down to the lookout to view this spectacular curved waterfall forming a natural amphitheatre, which is especially impressive after rain. Some hiking experience is recommended. Joffre Waterfall Class 5 1.3km return. Allow 2 hours. For very experienced hikers. The track surface is rough and unformed. The trail crosses Joffre Creek. If the water is flowing strongly, do not proceed. The trail becomes Class 5 as it descends into the gorge. Joffre View (optional) Class 4 1.3km return. Allow 1.5 hours. For experienced hikers. The first section follows the Joffre Waterfall Trail (see above). Instead of entering the gorge, continue along the rim for views further down Joffre Gorge. Knox Gorge Class 5 2km return. Allow 3 hours. Take extreme care as you negotiate the loose flat rocks (talus slope) and large boulders as you climb down into the gorge. Skirt several pools and return from the 'Gorge Risk Area' sign.