Cougal Cascade is a services in Currumbin Valley, NSW, Australia. It has a 4.7/5 rating from 261 Google reviews. Website: https://parks.qld.gov.au/parks/springbrook/visiting-safely.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.
Cougal Cascade
Currumbin Valley · Services
Hidden GemHinterlandFamily FriendlyParking Available
4.7/5
(261 reviews)
The sealed path down to the water is part of the appeal. No scrambling, no long slog through scrub — just a short walk to a series of cascading waterfalls and crystal-clear swimming holes carved into the rainforest floor of Currumbin Valley. The car park has toilets and picnic tables, which tells you this place gets busy. Multiple reviewers flag school holidays as a reason to stay home, and the car park fills fast on weekends. Come mid-week, or arrive early on a Saturday before the crowds settle in. A few days after decent rain is the sweet spot — the creek runs full and the water clears quickly. There's an old logging mill along the trail if you want context for what this valley used to be. Bring swimmers. The water is cold and worth it.
Opening Hours
- Monday9am – 4pm
- Tuesday9am – 4pm
- Wednesday9am – 4pm
- Thursday9am – 4pm
- Friday9am – 4pm
- Saturday9am – 4pm
- Sunday9am – 4pm
Contact
- parks.qld.gov.au/parks/springbrook/visiting-safely
- Currumbin Valley QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley QLD 4223
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What People Say
Anna Costenaro2 months ago
I absolutely love coming to this waterfall. One of the best things about it is how easy it is to access — you don’t need to walk much at all to get there. The place is incredibly beautiful, surrounded by nature, and feels very peaceful and refreshing. It’s perfect if you want to enjoy a stunning waterfall without a long or difficult hike. Definitely one of my favourite spots to relax and connect with nature 🌿💧
National Parks Travellera year ago
My wife and I had the pleasure to visit this set of waterfalls that make up the Cougal Cascade at the end of Currumbin Creek Road. Sealed all the way with a generous car park, toilet facilities and tables. The cascades can be accessed by the sealed pathway and stone steps down to each waterfall and swimming pools. A very popular spot. Be early to secure your car park. What a wonderful experience. Go and enjoy the experience.
Caio nunes de menezes6 months ago
Easy access, parking and different options for bath in the waterfalls, just be extra careful for not falling. Water was Cristal clear. Plenty of sunlight. Amazing for a refreshing day off at nature.
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