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Casuarina Falls Circuit Walk (4.8km)

Dorrigo National Park

New South Wales

4.8km

1.5 hrs

Grade 4

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Hike at a Glance

Quick overview: Explore the captivating 4.8km Casuarina Falls circuit near Bellingen, NSW North Coast. This Grade 4 track, traversing the lush rainforests and scenic waterfalls of the Dorrigo plateau, offers stunning views into the heart of Dorrigo National Park. Perfect for nature-lovers year-round, the track promises glimpses of Sassafras Creek's blue pools, sounds of frogs near the creek, and a refreshing dip, so don't forget your swimmers!

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Hike overview


Track grade


Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.

Practical information


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Casuarina Falls Circuit Walk (4.8km)


Explore safely


Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.

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Register your plans

Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.

Planning checklists


Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.

Getting there


Getting to the trailhead: Dorrigo National Park.

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Accommodation nearby


Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.

Nearby towns: Armidale, Bellingen, Coffs Harbour, Coramba, Dorrigo, Ebor, Glenreagh, Guyra, Thora, Urunga, Woolgoolga

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Acknowledgement of Country

Casuarina falls circuit walk (4. 8km) trail hiking australia

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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