First time visiting Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park, New South Wales? This guide covers opening hours, park fees, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. It was checked and updated in September 2026.
History and overview of Fitzroy Falls
Fitzroy Falls is a spectacular waterfall located in Morton National Park, in the Southern Highlands of NSW. The water drops 81 metres over sandstone cliffs into Yarrunga Valley – a bigger drop than other famous Australian waterfalls such as Agnes Falls in Gippsland and Millaa Millaa Falls in Queensland.
The site is part of a deeply forested escarpment, featuring rainforest gullies, open eucalypt forest and richly biodiverse walking tracks.
This Australian waterfall and the surrounding area are managed by NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service. The visitor centre was built with eco-tourism in mind, using local materials and offering interpretive displays about the natural and cultural heritage.
The lookout itself is highly accessible, with a boardwalk rising from the visitor centre to a platform offering sweeping views into the gorge.
How to get to Fitzroy Falls
The address is 1301 Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls NSW 2577.
By car: From Moss Vale, follow Nowra Road east for about 18 km. From Nowra, approach via Kangaroo Valley and Nowra Road.
Public transport: There’s no regular frequent public transport directly to the falls; visiting by car is much more practical.
Opening hours and costs
Visitor centre hours: The Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is open daily from 9am to 4pm.
Park / entry fee: A vehicle entry fee of A$4 per car, per day applies when using the visitor centre car park.
Parking and accessibility
There’s a paved car park at the visitor centre with designated accessible parking bays.
The visitor centre has step-free access, and there’s a wheelchair-friendly elevated boardwalk leading to the main lookout over the falls.
Accessible toilets (including change facilities) are available.
Best times to visit
Visit in the morning or late afternoon for smaller crowds and better light at the lookout. On weekends or public holidays the visitor centre and car park can be busier.
After rain, the falls are more dramatic and flow is stronger, making for better viewing and photography.
Walks and viewpoint options
There are several walking tracks to explore, from very short boardwalk paths to longer rim walks. The most accessible is the boardwalk from the visitor centre to the lookout.
If you’re more adventurous, the West Rim Track is about 3.8 km return; the East Rim Track is longer (around 7 km return).
The picnic area is close to the lookout. It has picnic tables, barbecues and toilets.
FAQ: Practical visitor information for Fitzroy Falls
Are the walk paths wheelchair-friendly?
Yes: the main elevated boardwalk from the centre to the lookout is step-free and wheelchair accessible.
Is there accessible parking?
Yes: there are accessible parking spots in the paved car park at the visitor centre.
How long should I budget for a visit?
Plan for around 1 to 2 hours depending on how many lookouts or trails you do.
Are there restroom facilities?
Yes: there are accessible toilets at the visitor centre.
Can I picnic there?
Yes: there is a dedicated picnic area with picnic tables and BBQs.
Are pets allowed?
No: pets are not permitted in this area of Morton National Park.
Things to do near Fitzroy Falls
- Kangaroo Valley is a scenic valley surrounded by sandstone cliffs, with winding roads, bushwalks and viewpoints making it a natural extension to a Fitzroy Falls visit.
- Robertson is a small Southern Highlands town known for its cafés, local produce and access to the surrounding rainforest and escarpment landscapes.
- Bendeela Recreation Area sits beside the Kangaroo River and offers picnic areas, walking trails and opportunities to see eastern grey kangaroos.
- Hampden Bridge is a historic suspension bridge crossing the Kangaroo River and one of the more distinctive roadside stops in Kangaroo Valley.
- Morton National Park extends well beyond Fitzroy Falls, with forested escarpments, walking tracks, lookouts and other secluded natural areas to explore.
Alternative attractions
- Carrington Falls is another impressive Southern Highlands waterfall, with the Kangaroo River plunging over a dramatic sandstone escarpment in Budderoo National Park.
- Belmore Falls is a two-tiered waterfall near Robertson where the Barrengarry Creek drops into the Kangaroo Valley through a heavily forested gorge.
- Fairy Bower Falls is a smaller waterfall near Bundanoon reached by a walking track through the forested landscape of the Southern Highlands.
- Forty Foot Falls is a lesser-known waterfall near Mittagong, reached from Boxvale Road and suited to visitors looking for a quieter Southern Highlands walk.
- Sixty Foot Falls is a waterfall near Mittagong surrounded by bushland and walking trails, providing another option for exploring the region’s escarpment scenery.
More New South Wales travel
Other New South Wales travel articles on Planet Whitley include:
- Climbing Mt Kosciuszko – Australia’s highest mountain.
- Enjoying nature in Murray Valley National Park.
- Be surrounded by the ghosts of the wool industry at Yanga National Park.
- Why Ballina is more than just a gateway town for Byron Bay.
- Planning a visit to the Big Banana in Coffs Harbour.
