Barron Gorge National Park
Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
Did you know?
- Area
- 10.81 mi²
- Type
- National park in Australia
Visitor information
- Address: Wrights Lookout Rd, Kuranda QLD 4881, Australia
- Phone: +61 7 4093 9311
- Official website: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/barron-gorge
People also ask
Are there Crocs in the Barron River?
Estuarine crocodiles live in waterways of the lower section of the Barron Gorge National Park. Estuarine crocodiles are potentially dangerous. Never take unnecessary risks in crocodile habitat. You are responsible for your own safety—always Be Crocwise in croc country.
Can you swim at Barron Falls, Cairns?
You can't swim at Barron Falls, but nearby Barron Gorge National Park has plenty of safe swimming spots — just be sure to check conditions and signage before you dive in.
What animals are in the Barron Gorge National Park?
Animals. Mammals found here include striped possums, long-tailed pygmy-possums, Lumholtz's tree-kangaroos, musky rat-kangaroos and spotted-tailed quolls. Insectivorous bats occur in the park along with flying-foxes, notably the distinctive spectacled flying-fox.
Does the Kuranda train stop at Barron Falls?
How long does the journey take? 1 hour and 55 minutes from Cairns Railway Station (including 5-minute stop at Freshwater Station to pick up more passengers and 10-minute stop at Barron Falls Lookout.