Love going for a walk or chasing waterfalls? Get two waterfalls for the price of one on an easy walk in Gippsland. Located near Noojee, about two hours away from Melbourne, the Toorongo and Amphitheatre Falls Loop Walk is just 2.2km long, and takes about an hour to complete. On top of the waterfalls, you’ll also enjoy the beauty of the surrounding forest. This track is family-friendly, and dogs are welcome to come along, as long as they are on a lead.
Toorongo and Amphitheatre Falls
To start with, head to the Toorongo Falls Reserve just outside of Noojee. Bring along a little picnic, and get your energy up in the picnic area, where you’ll dine underneath the shade of towering mountain grey gum and mountain ash eucalyptus trees. The picnic area has multiple tables, as well as a toilet block if you need it.
From the picnic area, you’ll embark on your journey through the tall, wet forest. As you go on this scenic forest walk, you’ll listen to the soothing sounds of the Toorongo and Little Toorongo rivers. Soak in the greenery with plenty of ferns and moss-covered rocks, and look out for bats, sugar gliders, possums and more wildlife.
Feel a rush of excitement as you get a glimpse of the falls in the distance, then get a nice, close look at Toorongo Falls from a dedicated viewing platform. Watch as the powerful waterfall cascades down 25 metres.
Continue along the circuit and check out Amphitheatre Falls. This smaller waterfall gets its name from its location, which is a peaceful, natural amphitheatre. There is a viewing platform, so you can get up close and watch the water tumble along.
Follow Little Toorongo River to complete the loop.
No experience is required for this walking trail. However, please note that there are stairs and some steep sections, making it unsuitable for those with prams or wheelchairs.
What else can you do?
While you’re in the area, drive roughly 15 minutes away and check out the Noojee Trestle Bridge. Standing at a whopping 21 metres high, and supported by 19 timber beams, this bridge is the tallest surviving wooden trestle bridge in Victoria. Walk along the bridge and look at the view. This bridge is also the starting point for some walking and cycling tracks, including the Noojee Trestle Bridge Rail Trail, so you can stay outdoors a little longer.