This magnificent waterfall cascades into a cool swimming hole located a 15-minute walk off the Hummingbird Hwy (signposted). A further one-hour walk brings you to a lovely viewpoint. If there are no volunteers there to take your entry fee, it may be risky leaving a vehicle unattended.
Billy Barquedier Waterfall
Hummingbird Highway
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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Nearby Hummingbird Highway attractions
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5.77 MILES
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14.06 MILES
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