Florence Falls
Waterfall Scenic waterfall and swimming hole in Litchfield
Waterfall in Litchfield National Park with a tiered cascade and a shaded plunge pool; visitors picnic, swim in season and walk short forest trails.
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Florence Falls is a waterfall and plunge pool situated within Litchfield National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is set in a gorge of sandstone and monsoon forest and is a well-known local natural attraction.
The falls drop into a deep plunge pool beneath a shaded rock amphitheatre and are served by short walking tracks, a lookout and a stairway down to the swimming area. The site is commonly visited for swimming, picnics and short nature walks when conditions permit.
Florence Falls is a natural feature within the protected landscapes of Litchfield National Park and has no constructed historical uses beyond visitor infrastructure. The surrounding park protects monsoon forest, sandstone formations and seasonal waterways.
The falls lie inside Litchfield National Park, approximately 80 kilometres south of Darwin by road, set amid rugged sandstone country and tropical vegetation in the Top End of the Northern Territory.
- Location and access: Located inside Litchfield National Park, roughly 80 kilometres south of Darwin by road; check park information for seasonal access and road conditions.
- Swimming safety: The plunge pool below the falls is a popular swimming spot when local signs allow access; seasonal closures may apply for safety or wildlife reasons.
How to Get to Florence Falls #
Florence Falls is inside Litchfield National Park, about a 1.5-2 hour drive southwest of Darwin on sealed and unsealed roads. Follow park signage from the main highway; parking and short walking tracks lead to viewing platforms and the plunge pool.
Tips for Visiting Florence Falls #
- Arrive mid-morning for good water flow and to avoid the worst of the midday swim crowds in the plunge pool.
- Combine the visit with short walks in Litchfield National Park; road conditions can be rough after heavy rain.
- Check local signage about crocodile advisories-some pools are monitored for safety.
Best Time to Visit Florence Falls #
Dry season (May-October) is the safest and most comfortable time to visit.
Weather & Climate near Florence Falls #
Florence Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 16°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1606 mm/year), wettest in February with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (331 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (365 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (322 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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July
July is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.
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September
September is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is hot with highs of 35°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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November
November is the hottest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
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December
December is hot with highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (262 mm).
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