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 at a Glance#

Address: Florence Falls, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

Website: https://nt.gov.au/leisure/parks-reserves/find-a-park-to-visit/litchfield-national-park

Hours: Accessible daylight hours (park seasonal rules apply)

Admission: Free (park entry may require NT or Territory park fees)

About Florence Falls#

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.

Dry season
May-Oct · 20-32°C
Best time for swimming and easy road access.
Wet season
Nov-Apr · 25-35°C
Powerful waterfalls but some roads and sites may close due to flooding.

Weather & Climate near Florence Falls#

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 24° - 32° 28° 331 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
February - 24° - 32° 28° 365 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
March - 23° - 32° 28° 322 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
April - 22° - 34° 28° 57 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
May - 20° - 33° 26° 22 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
June - 17° - 31° 24° 0 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
July - 16° - 32° 24° 1 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
August - 17° - 33° 25° 1 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
September - 20° - 35° 28° 19 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
October - 23° - 35° 29° 78 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
November - 24° - 35° 29° 148 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
December - 24° - 33° 29° 262 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -

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