Blue Tier Giant Walk
- August 4, 2026
A moderate loop through dense myrtle forest to Australia"s widest living tree, the 60m Giant Tree, and the enormous Cradle…
Plunging approximately 90 metres over a sheer cliff in one uninterrupted cascade, Ralph Falls is recognised as Tasmania’s highest single-drop waterfall. One of Tasmania’s official 60 Great Short Walks, the track passes through cool myrtle rainforest before emerging into broadleaf scrub and buttongrass moorland, where purpose-built lookouts provide spectacular views of both the waterfall and the impressive Cashs Gorge.
After decades of community effort to make the falls accessible, this short walk now offers one of North East Tasmania’s finest waterfall experiences with surprisingly diverse scenery along the way.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Mount Victoria Forest Reserve, near Ringarooma, Tasmania |
| Distance | Approximately 2.4 km return to Ralph Falls or 4 km circuit via Cashs Gorge |
| Time | 20 minutes return or around 50 minutes for the full circuit |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
| Track Type | Return walk or loop via Cashs Gorge |
| Track Surface | Well-formed walking track with sections of boardwalk |
| Best Time | After rainfall, when Ralph Falls is flowing at its most impressive |
The walk begins beneath towering myrtle rainforest before gradually emerging into tea-tree woodland, broadleaf scrub and open buttongrass moorland. This changing landscape provides a remarkable variety of vegetation over a relatively short distance.
Those completing the full circuit continue along elevated boardwalks through moss-covered forest and marshland before returning to the car park.
Rated Easy to Moderate, the direct walk to Ralph Falls Lookout is suitable for most visitors. Completing the Cashs Gorge circuit adds only a little extra distance and remains well within the capabilities of most walkers.
View Tasmania’s tallest single-drop waterfall plunging approximately 90 metres into the gorge below from a purpose-built viewing platform.
The longer circuit includes a second lookout overlooking the rugged gorge and surrounding farmland, providing a very different perspective to the waterfall lookout.
Experience an impressive transition from cool temperate rainforest through tea-tree forest to buttongrass moorland, showcasing the diversity of North East Tasmania’s forests.
Yes. The well-constructed track and relatively short distance make this an excellent family walk. Children should be supervised near the lookout platforms.
No. Dogs are not permitted on the Ralph Falls walking track.
From Ringarooma, follow the C423 towards Mount Victoria Forest Reserve and continue along the signposted route to Ralph Falls. The final section is on an unsealed road that is generally suitable for conventional vehicles when driven carefully.
Ralph Falls combines one of Tasmania’s most spectacular waterfalls with an easy, well-maintained walking track through diverse forest landscapes. Whether you simply visit the main lookout or complete the full Cashs Gorge circuit, it is one of the highlights of North East Tasmania and pairs perfectly with nearby St Columba Falls for a memorable day exploring the region’s waterfalls.
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