Joffre Gorge

Karijini National Park


When not trickling, Joffre Falls are spectacular, but the frigid pools below are perennially shaded. The Joffre Lookout is 10 minutes' walk from the parking area; there's a 3km-return trail down to the pool (about two hours there and back). There's also a walking track to the falls from the nearby Karijini Eco Retreat.


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