Tully Falls, Waterfall in Far North Queensland, Australia
Tully Falls drops vertically between 180 and 210 meters down the rock face, forming a dramatic vertical cascade within the tropical landscape of Far North Queensland. The water continues flowing through the valley below the cliff.
The construction of the Koombooloomba Dam in 1960 fundamentally altered the water flow at this location. Since then the waterfall appears as an intermittent flow rather than a constant stream.
The waterfall marks a significant boundary for the Dyirbal people, connecting visitors to the traditional lands that remain central to local Aboriginal communities today.
A graded hiking track of 1.6 kilometers provides access to the waterfall with good viewing points along the way. The best time to visit is during the wet season when there is more water flowing.
The waterfall functions as part of the Kareeya Hydro Power Station system, so its water flow depends on regional electricity generation needs. Visitors may notice that the amount of water changes based on energy demand.
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