Kuranda Village Walks
Although visitors arriving in Kuranda from the coast will have traversed the lush rainforested slopes of the Kuranda range, many are unaware that the forest is actually a central feature of the village and that a network of paths and boardwalks wind through this scenic landscape. No matter whether you arrived by road, train or Skyrail all the natural wonders of the area are easily accessed on foot from the centre of town. Walkers on a tight schedule can choose a variety of circuit track options within the village. Those with more time can walk to the Barron Falls Lookout and Wrights Lookout on the edge of the Barron Gorge where there are spectacular views of the falls and the coast.
Jum Rum Creek - Jungle Walk - River Walk
Rating: Easy
Time: 1hr Circuit
Type: Rainforest and Riverside Walk
Length: 3km
Access: Starts at Kuranda Village Information Centre
From the Visitor Information Centre three linked paths form an easy circuit walk through the rainforest in Kuranda Village. The Jum Rum Creek walk follows a short paved path past the fire station on Coondoo Street to the Jum Rum Creek Conservation Park where it winds through rainforest, crosses Jum Rum Creek, and then climbs to Barron Falls Road. At this point it connects to the Jungle Walk, which continues through rainforest to the River Walk beside the Barron River. The River Walk follows the riverbank to the railway station where a staircase links the walk to Coondoo Street, 500 metres from the Visitor Information Centre.
Barron Gorge Lookout & Wrights Lookout
Rating: Moderate
Time: 4hr Return
Type: Footpath and Roadside Walk
To Barron Gorge Lookout: 3∙3km One Way
To Wrights Lookout: 3∙3km + 1∙4km One Way
It is an easy half-day walk from Kuranda to Barron Falls, Wrights Lookout and back. Both Lookouts offer excellent views of the gorge from different aspects. Wrights Lookout is also the start of McDonalds Track and the Surprise Creek Walk.
Rainforest Canopy Walk & Barron Falls Lookout
Rating: Easy - Wheelchair Enabled
Time: 40 Minutes Return
Type: Raised Boardwalk and Path
Access By Road: 3ยท3km
Distance: 1km Return
This spectacular boardwalk connects Barron Falls Road with Barron Falls Lookout via the Barron Falls Railway Station. Suspended high above the forest floor, the boardwalk weaves through the lush rainforest canopy before descending to the Falls Lookout. There are so many vantage points along the platform that a return walk can take longer to complete than the distance suggests.
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