The highest single drop waterfall in Victoria – Agnes Falls in South Gippsland – is best seen in winter or after heavy rain. There’s an easy walking track from the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve car park.
Agnes Falls in South Gippsland is the highest single drop waterfall in Victoria. Buried within the green hills of the Strzelecki Ranges, this Gippsland waterfall sees the Agnes River plunge 59 metres down into a gorge.
Unlike some high waterfalls, Agnes Falls offers a wide cascade over the rocks rather than a dainty trickle. The setting in the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve, a short drive from Toora or Welshpool, is also delightful.
Agnes Falls walking track
Agnes Falls makes for a great road trip stop if driving along the Gippsland Coast. It’s pretty easy to get to as well.
From the car park, there’s a 200 metre walking track that leads to the falls viewing area. Here, you can watch this Gippsland waterfall crash over the rocks into the steep gorge.
There’s a decent chance of spotting wildlife in the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve. Birds regularly seen here include crimson rosellas, kookaburras and currawongs. Possums and owls come out in the evening, while swamp wallabies are sometimes seen in the area.
The best time to visit Agnes Falls
The best time to see Agnes Falls is in the wetter winter season, or after heavy rainfall. That’s when this Victorian waterfall is at its most powerful, with higher water flows.
Should you wish for more than just a photo stop, there is also a picnic area within the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve.
Other waterfalls in Victoria worth visiting include Sheoak Falls and Erskine Falls near Lorne, Mackenzie Falls in the Grampians and Hopetoun Falls off the Great Ocean Road. In Gippsland, there’s Narracan Falls near Moe, Agnes Falls in the Strzelecki Ranges and Toorongo Falls near Noojee.
You can also try Steavensons Falls in Marysville, Buckley Falls near Geelong and Trentham Falls near Daylesford.
Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve: key visitor information
Always check the Parks Victoria website for current conditions before visiting, particularly after fire or storm events.
| Question | Information |
|---|---|
| What are the opening hours of Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve? | The reserve is always open, with no set opening or closing times. |
| How much does it cost to visit Agnes Falls? | Entry is free. |
| Is there parking at Agnes Falls? | Yes. A small, free car park is located at the reserve entrance, with space for around 10–15 vehicles. Overflow roadside parking is available if the car park is full. |
| How do you get to Agnes Falls? | From Toora, follow Silcocks Hill Road, Hazel Park Road and Agnes Falls Road. From Welshpool, follow Slade Hill Road and Hazel Park Road. |
| What is the address of Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve? | 125 Agnes Falls Road, Hazel Park, Victoria, 3966. |
| What facilities are at Agnes Falls? | Car park, public toilets, picnic tables, and a rotunda. There is no drinking water available on site, so visitors should bring their own. |
| Can you swim at Agnes Falls? | No. Swimming and fishing are not permitted, as the Agnes River forms part of the Toora water supply catchment. |
| Are dogs allowed at Agnes Falls? | Yes, dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. |
| Is Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve accessible? | The reserve actively welcomes visitors with access needs, though the 200m walking track to the viewing area is uneven, so sturdy footwear is recommended. |
| How tall is Agnes Falls? | The falls drop 59 metres, making them the highest single span waterfall in Victoria. |
Other waterfalls to visit in Victoria
Toorongo Falls, Noojee – A short drive from Agnes Falls in the Gippsland region, this waterfall is reached via an easy circuit walk through cool temperate rainforest, with views of neighbouring Amphitheatre Falls along the way.
Mackenzie Falls, Grampians – One of Victoria’s most powerful waterfalls, located within the Grampians National Park, with a steep but rewarding walking track down to the base of the falls.
Erskine Falls, Lorne – A spectacular 30-metre waterfall a short drive inland from Lorne on the Great Ocean Road, reached via a steep staircase descent through fern-filled rainforest.
Hopetoun Falls, Beech Forest – Tucked away off the Great Ocean Road near Beech Forest, this waterfall cascades over a rock face into a fern-lined pool, with a well-maintained boardwalk leading to the viewing platform.
Trentham Falls, Daylesford – One of the tallest waterfalls in central Victoria, this basalt cliff waterfall is a popular stop on a Daylesford day trip, with an easy, accessible viewing platform close to the car park.
More Victoria travel
Other Victoria travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Planning a visit to the Healesville Sanctuary.
- How to get to Sheoak Falls near Lorne on the Great Ocean Road.
- Why it’s worth stopping at Eagles Neck near Inverloch in Gippsland.
- Discovering Australia’s immigration history at the Bonegilla Migrant Experience.
- What it’s like to visit the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
