Casuarina Falls circuit
Dorrigo National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Casuarina Falls circuit.
Track grading
Grade 4
Learn more about the grading system Features of this track-
Distance
4.8km loop
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Time
1hr 30min - 2hrs
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Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
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Experience required
Some bushwalking experience recommended
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Gradient
Short steep hills
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Steps
Occasional steps
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Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
Casuarina Falls circuit starts at Never Never picnic area in Dorrigo National Park. To get there:
- Drive 1km south of Dorrigo along Waterfall Way, then turn onto Dome Road.
- Follow Dome Road 2km to Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- Dome Road veers to the left at Dorrigo Rainforest Centre. Follow for 10km to Never Never picnic area.
Parking
Parking is available at Never Never picnic area.
Best times to visit
The weather at Dorrigo National Park can vary from warm to mild to cool, depending on the time of year you visit. The summer months usually have the highest rainfall.
Spring
The rainforest is alive with birdlife - walk the Lyrebird Link for a close up view.
Summer
Escape the summer heat along one of the waterfall tracks and feel the coolness envelope you.
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
- Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913
- dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453
Park info
- in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is open daily (except Christmas Day) 9am to 4.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor centre
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Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453 - 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913