Maguk Falls (Barramundi Gorge)
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Overview
Highlights
Walking trail: Grade 3 | 2km return hike | 1.5 hour return
DANGER: Sheer cliffs and waterfalls. One slip could be fatal—serious injury or death may result from walking near the edge. Keep to the track. Supervise children closely.
Maguk Falls (also known as Barramundi Gorge) is a must-see Aussie Bucket List worthy site located in Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory. This dazzling waterfall spills from steep gorge walls into a pristine natural pool.
A short monsoon rainforest walk delivers you to this stunning location where lush vegetation and beautiful wildlife is found. Rainbow pitas, emerald doves and spangled drongos are common here while endemic Anbinik trees – the biggest trees in Stone Country – find refuge in the forest. You emerge near the end of the trail into a bouldered river section.
From here you can continue on the marked trail across the river to the main plunge pool set in an immense stone amphitheatre. Reach it via the Maguk walk, an hour’s drive south of Cooinda.
Activities
- Hiking
- Walking
- Photography
- Swimming
Facilities
- Walking trail
- Picnic area
- Carpark
- Barbeque
- Toilets
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
- Always enjoy waterfalls from trails and marked viewing points. Do not climb over barriers as cliff edges and slippery surfaces may cause injury or death.
- Only swim where permitted. Don’t jump from cliff edges into water bodies.
- Swimming near or under waterfalls can be dangerous due to strong currents, submerged hidden rock ledges and other dangers. The force of a waterfall can be incredibly strong and unfortunately, many people have drowned. Follow warning signs and take caution.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.
Photo credit & content credits: Parks Australia
Location & Supplier
Barramundi Gorge Waterfall
Address: Barramundi Gorge Waterfall, Kakadu, Northern Territory, 0822
