Maddens Falls
Dharawal National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Maddens Falls.
Getting there and parking
The Maddens Falls is in the eastern precinct of Dharawal National Park. To get there:
- Take the Old Princes Highway south from Helensburgh
- Turn right onto Darkes Forest Road and continue along for 2.5km to Maddens Falls carpark
- Carpark is located on the southern side of the road opposite the Apple Shack Glenbernie Orchard, 259 Darkes Rd.
- From the carpark follow the signs for 750m along the walking track to Maddens Falls.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Maddens Falls.
Best times to visit
Dharawal National Park is a great place to visit all year round. Head to the park for a refreshing dip during summer, a weekend picnic in the winter sun, some wildflower spotting during spring or an autumn walk or bike ride.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42°C
Winter temperature
Average
6°C and 16°C
Lowest recorded
-0.6°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
254.5mm
Facilities
Picnic tables
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Wollongong office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 4224 4188
- npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Unit G Ground Floor, 84 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
Park info
- in Dharawal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
Dharawal National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.