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Millaa Millaa Waterfall

📍 Millaa Millaa Waterfall, Millaa Millaa, QLD, Australia
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Introduction

Millaa Millaa Waterfall is Atherton Tablelands' most famous and photogenic waterfall. With elegant arc-shaped water curtain, clear swimming pool and lush tropical rainforest — one of Queensland's most popular waterfalls. About 18 m high; elegant arc-shaped curtain into clear emerald pool. Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest. Steps to base; pool swimmable. Part of the Waterfall Circuit (with Zillie and Ellinjaa Falls). Visiting for swimming in a rainforest waterfall is a classic Cairns Highlands experience.

Highlights

01
Elegant arc
Even curtain of water forming an elegant arc.
02
Swimming
Clear emerald pool at the base — swimmable.
03
Rainforest
Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest.
04
Waterfall Circuit
Most famous stop on the Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Circuit.

🛈 Practical Info

FreeFree; swimmable.
CircuitCombine with Zillie and Ellinjaa Falls.
PhotoArc-shaped curtain is very photogenic.
AccessAbout 1.5 hours from Cairns; drive.
CombinePair with Atherton Tablelands, Cairns and Port Douglas.

💡 Tips

Free and swimmable; combine with other waterfalls.
About 1.5 hours from Cairns by car.
Pair with Atherton Tablelands and Cairns.
Weather and road conditions are on-site.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Millaa Millaa Waterfall?

Free and swimmable; combine with other waterfalls. About 1.5 hours from Cairns by car.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.