Tamborine National Park was the first national park declared in Queensland in 1908 to protect the region's unique flora.
The trail features a rare example of a 'strangler fig' that has completely enveloped its host tree.
The area sits on a plateau formed by the eruption of the focal point volcano Mount Warning roughly 23 million years ago.
The lagoon along the route is a semi-permanent body of water that supports a diverse range of amphibians including the Great Barred Frog.
The Witches Falls walking track is a 3.6-kilometre circuit located within the Tamborine National Park, famous as Queensland's first national park established in 1908. The trail descends through open eucalypt forest before transitioning into a dense, subtropical rainforest canopy featuring giant strangler figs. Hikers follow a path that passes by a lagoon, which serves as a vital habitat for various bird and frog species. The track culminates at the Witches Falls lookout, offering views of the seasonal waterfall that flows most effectively after heavy rainfall. The terrain involves a moderate descent and subsequent ascent, requiring a reasonable level of fitness. The track is part of the larger Tamborine Mountain plateau, a volcanic remnant of the ancient Mount Warning shield volcano.
The viewing platform at the Witches Falls lookout during the golden hour when light filters through the dense canopy.
Bring a high-quality insect repellent, as the humid rainforest environment can be prone to mosquitoes.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe hiking shoes as the path contains uneven rock surfaces and tree roots.
Check local rainfall reports before visiting, as the waterfall is seasonal and may be a dry rock face during drought.
Do not attempt the walk during or immediately after heavy storms, as the track can become slippery and prone to debris.
Stay on the marked track to protect fragile rainforest root systems and do not feed local wildlife.
