Quinninup Falls

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Star 4.5 (328 Google reviews)
The Wadandi (Saltwater) people are the traditional owners of this land. Quinninup is the Place of the Zamia Palm, and the Falls, and the area surrounding the Falls, are of immense importance to Wadandi culture. Quinninup Falls is a beautiful winter waterfall, not far from the coast near Moses Rock. The hike to the falls is very rewarding, but also quite physically challenging. Depending on your fitness level, it takes around 45 minutes to walk to the falls and almost an hour to walk back.
"While visiting we ask that you walk softly, taking the time to listen to and care for Boodja (Country)."
 
  • Do not remove or alter any rock formations or flora 
  • Stick to dedicated walking trails 
  • Leave only footprints
  • To learn more about Wadandi culture visit Undalup. com or take part in a Cultural experience with Koomal Dreaming
To get to the falls, park at the Moses Road carpark. On your left, you will see toilets and a viewing platform and to the right is the path to the falls. At the start of the path, there are three small wooden posts and some large bushes on either side. As you are walking along keep a lookout for the Cape to Cape Track signs - if you can see them you are going the right way! 

The path varies from flat and easy to rocky and uneven, there are also few big sand dunes that are a breeze coming down, but physically challenging climbing up. Factor in time to spend exploring the falls and allow yourself enough sunlight to get there and back. Remember to take plenty of water! 

Once there, the view is breathtaking and well worth the effort. At the start of the walk, you can see and hear the waves crashing against the shore and surfers enjoying the ocean. There is a bridge with a winter stream running underneath it, you then walk out into a red dirt plain before the land dips and weaves and Quinninup Falls appears.

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Quinninup Falls

Wilyabrup WA 6280, Australia

Reviews

Star 4.5 (328 Google reviews)
Nabeha Tahrim 30 December 2025

The fall was really dried up in summer but the walk in the trail was nice as the wind was constantly coming from the sea, whenever you stop can just look at the sea view or the green view. The walk itself involves sandy, Rocky and pavement walks so good shoes are a must. There are cute kangaroo families, one was a bit hostile but wouldn't suggest going near any as not much people were there. I guess the waterfall is better in winter but the walk was nice even in summer. The road is rocky and sandy for the cars to go as well. So avoid in rainy days .

Frank Duffau 14 December 2025

Quinninup Falls is an absolute beauty. Nice easy bush walk, then bang, you hit the falls and it’s just magic. Super peaceful, proper South West vibes, especially after a bit of rain when it’s flowing well. No crowds, no noise, just bush, birds and fresh air. One of those spots that makes you glad you got off the couch.

Damien Herbert 03 August 2025

Lovely scenic trail to walk, mostly flat apart from a sandy drop down to the beach towards the end. Some works have been done and more planned over some of the flat, soft, flood prone sections, making it more accessible year round in any footwear. The falls at the end are beautiful and fun for a quick dip. For an extra challenge, there's a bit of a goat trail up to the top of the Falls for a different perspective. With a few exploratory detours and an easy pace, the trek in and out took under 2 hours.

Carole Trevena 26 July 2025

Was a wonderful walk along the amazing coastline. Some metal made walks tobassist over the rocks and water. You could hear the falls even though they are short only 10 meters high.