Dip Falls

Dip Falls is a two-tiered cascade in Mawbanna that flows over cubic basalt formations, reaching heights between 22 and 34 meters. The water moves across the dark stone surface of Dip River, creating distinct patterns on the rock face.

The surrounding forest underwent extensive logging operations during the 1920s, which removed most of the original tree cover. Only scattered groves of ancient Browntop stringybark eucalyptus trees remain from that earlier period.

The falls and nearby Big Tree serve as recognizable natural landmarks within Dip Range Regional Reserve, shaping how visitors experience northwest Tasmania's landscape. Both sites draw people interested in exploring the region's geological formations.

The falls are reached via two main trails from the car park, with one leading to a wheelchair-accessible upper lookout and another featuring a staircase to the lower viewing area. Both routes offer different perspectives of the water flow and allow visitors to choose based on their mobility and interests.

The water flows over hexagonal basalt columns as it falls, creating varying flow intensities that change with the seasons. Winter transforms it into a powerful torrent, while summer reduces it to a gentle stream.

GPS coordinates: -41.03520,145.37626

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:40