Joffre, Knox and Red Gorges

In Joffre Gorge, one can truly appreciate the power of water shaping the landscape. The gorge hosts impressive waterfalls, deep pools and breath-taking views. Access to Joffre Gorge is via a gravel road but it is suitable for a 2WD vehicle.

For spectacular scenery head to the Oxers Lookout which offers views over Joffre Gorge, Hancock Gorge, Red Gorge and Weano Gorge. This is one of the most breathtaking views in the park, and should not be missed. There are a few walks from here, with the more difficult trek leading to Hancock Gorge and the slightly easier walk leading to Weano Gorge.

Joffre Lookout is an easy walk that is just 100m and 10 minutes return. This walk is a must as you take the rock steps down to the lookout to view this spectacular curved waterfall forming a natural amphitheatre. The view is especially impressive after rain.

Knox lookout is another spectacular lookout just a short trip north up Joffre Road from the Joffre lookout. This walk is 300m and 15 minutes return. Take the steps down to the lookout and watch the views spread out in the distance. This view is especially good in the early morning or late afternoon light.

The more difficult walks are the Knox Gorge and Joffre Falls tracks. Knox Gorge is a 2km, 3hour return walk where you climb down and trek along the gorge. Along this walk you will skirt several pools until you reach the "Gorge Risk Area" sign which marks the end of the journey. Keep an eye out for the beautiful fig trees clinging to the richly coloured walls.

The Joffre Falls track is a 3km, 3 hour return track that takes you to the bottom of Joffre Gorge to the first pool downstream of the waterfall.

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