Scenic view of a large water fall in St Columba falls State Reserve on a dark misty day.
St Columba Falls (photograph: St Columba Falls)
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St Columba Falls

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Closed area: St Columba Falls State Reserve - track closures
Applies from 5/9/2024

​St Columba Falls is closed to ensure public safety.  It will remain closed until works to repair and stabilise the site are complete. 

There is a risk of landslip. Observe the safety barriers and signage in the area. 

It is expected the site will reopen before the summer season of 2025/2026. 

In the meantime, visitors are encouraged to visit Halls Falls and the walks at Poimena​.

​For more information please contact sthelensparks@parks.tas.gov.au​

Last reviewed 6/6/2025 03:18 PM


20-30 minute return, 1.2km return
Grade 2: Suitable for most ages. The track has a hardened or compacted surface that may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps.
Supervise children. Take care near flowing waters.

About

​It may be a short 30 minute drive from St Helens, and a short 15 minute walk to the falls, but those are the only short things about this experience. The standout is undoubtedly the falls: at more than 90m, one of Tasmania’s highest. The walk to the base of the falls is definitely another highlight. It takes you through cool and shady rainforest that has some of the tallest treeferns you’ll see anywhere. Once at the lookout you’ll crane your neck as you watch th​e South George River tumbling down in a delightful series of steep cascades. Return uphill via the same track.

Static map image of the St Columba Falls walk in the St Columba Falls State Reserve.