Baroon Dam to Kondalilla Falls

Starting from the car park off Narrows Road, North Maleny, this walk explores the woodland of Kondalilla National Park, visiting many lookouts and Kondalilla Falls along the way. Expect to be dazzled by gorgeous views of nature from the several lookouts such as the Baroon, Narrows and Flat Rock. Besides the viewpoints, you’ll have a chance to spot some rare bird species and wild animals as you make your way through the lively forest. The scenic rock pools on both ends of the waterfall will be waiting for you to jump in and cool off as you take a break from your hike. Listen to the eastern whipbirds and take in the lovely scenery as the water rejuvenates your legs. Keep in mind that this walk can be reversed as well. And if you’re going to hike under wet conditions, remember to prepare well for the leeches. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-26.698224,152.8701415)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Bruce Highway, M1 Turn on to then drive for 580 m Keep left and drive for another 2.3 km Keep left onto Woombye Palmwoods Road and drive for another 180 m At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Woombye Palmwoods Road and drive for another 1.8 km Turn left onto Woombye Palmwoods Road and drive for another 60 m Turn left onto Woombye Palmwoods Road and drive for another 1.2 km Continue onto Woombye-Palmwoods Road and drive for another 45 m Turn left onto Margaret Street and drive for another 120 m Keep right onto Margaret Street and drive for another 1.5 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Palmwoods-Montville Road and drive for another 275 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Palmwoods - Montville Road and drive for another 8 km Turn slight right onto Montville-Mapleton Road, 23 and drive for another 260 m Turn left onto Western Avenue and drive for another 3.3 km Turn left onto Narrows Road and drive for another 2.2 km Turn right and drive for another 30 m
Finish	(-26.6713082,152.8720982)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Car

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the car park off Narrows Road(275 metres northeast of Secrets on the Lake Hotel), pass through the bollard and head towards the sheltered area in which there are multiple informative signposts. Then, follow the signage and head along the singular track meandering along Obi Obi Creek(to the left) to continue along the Baroon Dam to Kondalilla Falls Track.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the shelter at the start.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the Narrows Lookout. Located alongside Obi Obi Creek, this viewpoint provides you with a picturesque view of the said creek. To start this optional side trip turn left here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 980 m continue straight, to head along Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. After another 830 m come to the "Baroon Lookout" (25 m on your left).
	Turn right, to head along Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. After another 1.3 km come to the "View of creek" (10 m on your left). After another 1.4 km come to the "Little Obi Hump". After another 770 m come to the "Flat Rock" (8 m on your left).
	The starting point of an alternate route. This longer alternate route visits Kondalilla Falls Lookout, reconnecting to the main route after the waterfall. Therefore, you'll need to go back for a little bit to visit the waterfall and the rock pools. To take the alternate route continue straight here. Details below. After another 2.2 km veer right. After another 740 m pass the "Kondalilla Falls" (on your left). Then cross the bridge (about 5 m long)
	The alternate route finishes here. Turn left to rejoin the main route at the 8.2 km waypoint. Details below. After another 90 m turn sharp right.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional little side trip taking you to the Obi Valley Lookout. Involves steps. To start this optional side trip turn left here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 190 m veer left, to head along Picnic Creek Circuit. After another 460 m cross the bridge (about 3 m long) After another 115 m continue straight. Then head down the 10 surface\|paving_stones steps Then cross the bridge (about 7 m long) After another 125 m continue straight. After another 10 m pass the toilet (25 m on your right).
	After another 210 m come to the end.

An optional little side trip taking you to the Obi Valley Lookout. Involves steps.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start heading along Picnic Creek Circuit.
	After another 85 m turn left. Then head up the 25 surface\|pebblestone steps After another 15 m come to "Obi Valley Lookout".
	Continue another 0 m to find Obi Valley Lookout at the end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 100 m to the main route.

This optional side trip takes you to the Narrows Lookout. Located alongside Obi Obi Creek, this viewpoint provides you with a picturesque view of the said creek.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. After another 155 m come to "Narrows Lookout".
	Continue another 0 m to find Narrows Lookout at the end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 155 m to the main route.

This longer alternate route visits Kondalilla Falls Lookout, reconnecting to the main route after the waterfall. Therefore, you'll need to go back for a little bit to visit the waterfall and the rock pools.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. After 730 m come to the "Kondalilla Falls Lookout" (5 m on your right).
	After another 260 m come to the end. At the end of this alternate route, rejoin the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Baroon Dam to Kondalilla Falls

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	9.4 km
Time	3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Some facilities on route

Toilet: There is one 9.2 km from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	9.2 km	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Maleny Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
  
  Monday 7 October
  
  30°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  
  Mostly clear. The chance of a thunderstorm in the north early this evening. Winds northwest to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the evening.
  
  Tuesday 8 October
  
  16°C → 29°C
  Shower or two. Possible storm.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 10mm
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower in the north in the afternoon and evening. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening, possibly severe. Light winds becoming north to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon then becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 12 and 17 with daytime temperatures reaching 30 to 35.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:10am to 3:00pm, UV Index predicted to reach 8 [Very High]
  
  Wednesday 9 October
  
  15°C → 19°C
  Showers. Possible storm.
  80% chance of rain
  1 → 20mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds northwest to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending northeast to southeasterly in the late afternoon then tending south to southeasterly in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 15 and 18 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 30s.
  
  Thursday 10 October
  
  13°C → 19°C
  Shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 6mm
  
  Cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 14 and 17 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Friday 11 October
  
  11°C → 24°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Winds southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h tending easterly during the afternoon then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 11 and 16 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Saturday 12 October
  
  13°C → 23°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Sunday 13 October
  
  12°C → 23°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 3mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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