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Zillie Falls: Atherton Tablelands' Plunging Cascade

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Discover Zillie Falls on the Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Circuit: a majestic cascade, lush rainforest, and accessible natural beauty.

Zillie Falls, a highlight of the Atherton Tablelands' Waterfall Circuit, offers stunning views of a powerful cascade plunging into a lush rainforest. Easily accessible, it's a must-see natural attraction near Millaa Millaa, providing both a scenic lookout and a trail to the waterfall's base.

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  • Visit during the wet season (December to March) for the most impressive water flow.
  • Take care if attempting the unofficial track to the base, as it can be steep, muddy, and slippery.
  • Combine your visit with the other waterfalls on the circuit: Millaa Millaa and Ellinjaa Falls.
  • Keep an eye out for flying foxes near the car park.

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Getting There

  • Driving

    Zillie Falls is located on the Waterfall Circuit (Theresa Creek Road) near Millaa Millaa. From Cairns, drive south on the Bruce Highway, then inland towards the Atherton Tablelands. Follow signs to Millaa Millaa. Once near the town, turn onto Theresa Creek Road. The falls are well-signposted. There is a free car park opposite the access track to the falls. Parking is free.

  • Public Transport

    Limited public transport options are available. A bus can be taken from Atherton to Malanda. From there, local taxi services might be available to reach Zillie Falls, but this should be pre-booked. Given the limited public transport, renting a car is highly recommended.

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Zillie Falls is a majestic 15-meter plunge waterfall nestled in the Atherton Tablelands of Queensland, Australia. Part of the renowned Waterfall Circuit, along with Millaa Millaa Falls and Ellinjaa Falls, Zillie Falls offers visitors a quick and rewarding stop amidst a lush rainforest setting. The falls can be admired from a viewing platform a short walk from the car park, providing an elevated perspective of the water cascading over basalt rocks. For a closer encounter, adventurous visitors can take an unofficial, steep track down to the base of the falls. The pool at the bottom is rocky and not ideal for swimming, but wading and admiring the powerful cascade are popular activities. Located on Theresa Creek Road, Zillie Falls is easily accessible and well-signposted, making it a convenient addition to any Atherton Tablelands itinerary. The surrounding rainforest teems with life, and keen observers might spot a colony of flying foxes near the car park. The best time to visit is during the wet season (December to March) when the waterfall is at its fullest.

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