Wappa Dam and Falls

Highlights

On the banks of Wappa Dam is the incredibly pretty Jack Harrison Park (also known as Wappa Park). The park is filled with endless green open space, picnic tables, playground, amenities, large parking areas and lawns which stretch right down to the dam – perfect for lounging and soaking up the sun.

In Autumn, the park is filled with red maple leaves, and after some heavy rain, Wappa Dam will quickly become one of your favorite places to visit to watch water go over the spillway. (just remember no swimming). Gates to the park close at 5:30pm.

From the park, follow a short walk through the bush to Wappa Falls. Whilst this is a popular swimming hole, we urge caution and swimming is not recommended as the rocks can be slippery and the currents unpredictable.

Alternatively, you can park at the falls (limited), which is only a very short walk from the car park.

How to get there

To the starting point: Take the Yandina exit off the M1 and head west through the roundabout. At the next roundabout turn left into Fleming Street. At a 4-way intersection turn left into Farrell Street. Follow this road over the South Maroochy River and take the third turnoff on your right into Wappa Falls Road. The falls are approximately 5 km along this road. The walk starts in Wappa Park.

To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point.

About this place

Suitable for walking
Drinking water available
Barbeque on site
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
Playground on site

Walking track grade: Grade 5; An unformed track, likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. For very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills.

Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)

Managed by

Seqwater

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Safety

Hazards on this trail

Unformed and unmarked section along creek. Swim NOT advised.

In an emergency, call 000. Always adventure safely!

Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: Bureau of Meteorology — Queensland(opens in a new tab)
- Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
- Always bring more water than you think you will need.
- Be Sun Safe!
- Always let someone know where you are going that isn't going with you.
Just getting started try this site for good useful information: Trail Hiking Australia — hike safety(opens in a new tab)
Sunshine Coast Council does its best to keep this information current, but things change, so be aware that a trail may not be as listed here.

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Elaine6 years ago

Summer is almost upon us! Pack a picnic for an adventurous family day trip to Wappa Falls and Jack Harrison Park on Wappa Dam. With picnicking, BBQ facilities, toilets (with disabled access), children’s playground, walking and bird-watching at Jack Harrison Park and wild water swimming at the Falls, there is heaps to keep everybody in the family happy and busy. Please note NO dogs. For more information and photos, please follow the following link: https://www.weekendnotes.com/day-tripping-wappa-falls-jack-harrison-park/