Forty Foot Falls — Attraction in Woodlands

Embark on a Scenic Adventure: Forty Foot Falls Trail" Grade 3 to 4. 7.4 kms return, keep 4 to 5 hours in hand! Prepare for an unforgettable journey along the breathtaking Forty Foot Falls Trail. This picturesque route winds past Mount Alexandra, under the Hume Highway, and alongside the serene banks of the Nattai River. Take your time to absorb the tranquillity of the surroundings until you reach the awe-inspiring Forty Foot Falls.Take a moment to rest and refuel while marvelling at the cascading waterfall. Be sure to dress appropriately for some overgrown areas with long pants and sleeves, and don't forget to pack water and snacks for a refreshing break at the falls. Before you begin your adventure, check trail conditions for a safe and enjoyable hike. Get ready to be enchanted by the natural splendour of Forty Foot Falls on this...

The route to Forty Foot Falls veers off the Boxvale Tramway Trail — named for the tramway that used to run through these parts. The tramway became operational in 1888 to haul coal extracted from the Nattai River Gorge to the Great Southern Railway. At its peak, the mine produced 100 tons of coal a day.

Coal extraction finished in the area in 1896. Bush grew over the railway and bushfires destroyed the railway trestle bridges. The Boxvale Tramway Trail was opened in 1986, following the line of the former...

From the car park there is a closed hate go straight down this road till U get to a left fork this will take U to the creek cross this and the track heads right keep following the track but don't take any left forks at some point there's a sign that tells keep going straight then eventually you'll see a sign to turn right to 4o ft falls go down more than 100...