Box Forest

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The Box Forest Track leaves the Picnic Rock track 2.7 km from the entrance and is a most rewarding circuit walk. The track winds down through stands of Brush Box and Piccabeen Palms, to the lush sub-tropical rainforest along Canungra Creek. Pepper Vines cling to tall trees that often support spectacular tree gardens.

Turn right at the next track junction. During wet times, you will have to wade through the water when crossing above Wajinya Falls. The track continues near the top of the falls on the other side. Darragumai Falls and Picnic Rock are considered good lunch spots. Don't miss Box Log and Elabana Falls on the way home.

Waterfalls

Lookouts

Bird Watching

No Dogs Permitted

Rainforest

876m

Maximum Elevation

378m

Total Climb

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Getting there

The Trail branches from the Border Track which starts from opposite O'Reilly's resort.

Maps

The National Parks Office above the car park on the left hands out some paper maps for free, the kiosk (right) sells Topos for $12.

Route/Trail notes

Well signed

Permits/Costs

No costs.

Other References

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Comments

did this one yesterday,,,i clocked 12.2 klm on my gps and completed it in 3 hours 20 mins with a couple of 10 min breaks...overall this is one of my favourite walks....not overly hard...the uphill is more slopes than stairs...id recommend wear shoes with some grip as the track was a little slippery in places....the walk starts near the toilet block (left hand side of the road opposite the cafe) at Reilly's and after that its well sign posted.
Greg Brady on 23 Jun, 2020

Completed walk clockwise. Amazing waterfalls all the way and lots of photo opportunities. A large fig was fallen over the track near the first falls and we had to scramble up the hill to get around it. Completed on a Friday starting at about 10am. Did not see many other people. We are hammered along and completed it in 3 hours. Very rewarding hike.
Jimcar on 12 Jun, 2020

It was such a beautiful day out today. 2 hours of super scenic drive one way. Started off a return walk of 8km from Box Forest Circuit, then Picnic Rock and then to Elabana falls.
Approximately 4 hours of walk, overly cold(7°C) but we finished the circuit. 👨‍👩‍👦🌴🚶
#nature #bushwalking #scenicdrive #mustdowalk
Menaka Manjesh on 23 May, 2020

We had so much fun on this walk. The waterfalls are still amazing. We were in and out of water, clambering over rocks, gazing in awe at the massive Brush Box Trees. We saw blue crays, a snake (enjoying the sun, luckily he moved off the path) , pademelons, a fairy wren, bush turkeys (ha ha always see bush turkey)

Just a fantastic walk, Even small children can go as far as picnic rock and play in the water.
RosieG on 14 Mar, 2020

Not a hard walk at all but I can imagine in wetter months its being g pretty slippery the waterfalls were amazing there where so many and loads of wildlife along the way
Korina Meagher on 13 Nov, 2019

NPWS rate this walk as a 4, but this really only true of a few kilometres around the creek crossings: the rest is an easy 3. We did this when it was relatively dry, and I can appreciate that it would be bit more challenging in the wet. Also, there are some narrow bits zigzagging up very steep slopes and my partner, who doesn’t cope well with goat tracks, found this a bit stressful. But overall a great walk: some truly breathtaking views and idyllic forest glades. The box trees in particular were magnificent. Absolutely do not miss Elabana Falls.
John G on 22 Aug, 2019

Great half day walk. Packed the lunch and took our time. Did the walk in a clock wise direction setting off shortly after 0930 which got us to Picnic Rock for lunch in the middle of the creek which was great. Lots of waterfalls and despite not having rain for a while there was still plenty of water.
ozsailor on 6 Aug, 2019

2 days after rain. Was still very boggy in some sections. Other than that it was a beautiful walk.
Louisa on 4 Aug, 2019

Great walk. Plenty of rain in the last 2 weeks made the track really muddy in patches which added to the adventure. Beautiful waterfalls with lots of water flowing. 3 water crossings in total, 2 easy and 1 requiring a little more thought. We walked clockwise thanks to the suggestions and definitely the way to go.
Curry Bunch on 9 Jul, 2019

With two children in tow (aged 7 and 12), we set off at 11am from O'Reilly's. The kids were in awe the entire walk, which we did in a clockwise direction, thanks to many other's recommendations. The track was well kept and easy to navigate with the available signage and National Parks maps. We stopped for 30mins at the first creek crossing after encountering several spectacular falls and waterholes. There are some incredibly large, ancient Brush Box trees along the way. I did read that some have been dated to 1500 years old. We were in awe the entire way; so much so the kids didn't whinge once, and are already asking to go back.
I will say the walk is not suited for those who are unfit, unprepared, or who leave too late in the day. We were part of a rescue (again) of an elderly gentleman who simply was not physically able or fit enough to make the ascent from Elebana falls. Five National Parks gents had to bring him out in the dark. Additionally, he and his young companion did not have enough water, etc, and were in no way prepared for the walk.
Regardless of this, the walk was breathtaking, and we encountered many scaled and feathered creatures. A huge red-bellied black snake was one close call. We heard several male Albert lyrebirds but were not lucky enough to see one this time.
I highly recommend this walk. I wouldn't leave any later than 11am if you are not a fast walker, or want to stop frequently for photos, exploring and eating. We returned to O'Reilly's at 4pm after also including the Treetop walk.
Scorpiowoman73 on 10 Jun, 2019

Well kept track, stunning waterfalls. We are inexperienced hikers, this was a good introduction to some scrambling and longer walks. Took approx 4 hours with half hour lunch in middle. Perfect day.
Glang on 26 May, 2019

Awesome walk!!
Kcdixon on 12 May, 2019

A nice walk down past magnificent Brush box trees and along the creek with waterfalls and swimming holes.
No crayfish around today but plenty of bird life and a placid Land Mullet.
Allan on 31 Mar, 2019

What a beautiful spot! We had a wonderful day chasing waterfalls, and even spotted a blue spiny crayfish! 😁 We had the trail to ourselves for most of the day. Super impressed with ourselves, it was the longest track either of us had ever done. It was an easy trail for gradients and hardly any stairs, but the path was narrow with a steep drop, lots of leaf litter concealing roots and rocks - easy to turn an ankle. also some scrambling to get to the waterfalls. (I might maybe have slipped on a river rock and landed on my arse 😳) I think I might need to invest in some proper boots!
Mel on 1 Feb, 2019

Amazing walk. Highly recommend. We did it clockwise, I think because the information board recommended it. It's probably the better way to go too. the trail goes by some very beautiful waterfalls.
Lobster on Oct, 2018

Beautiful walk. We did this in lieu of Canungra Creek Circuit which is currently closed.

We walked clockwise which I think is the slightly easier way to go with the most rewarding bits towards the end.

Gorgeous wildlife including tadpoles, freshwater crayfish red breasted wrens.
Jen on 30 Sep, 2018

Wonderful walk for the two of us who are pretty inexperienced bushwalkers. Highlights were the amazing trees and the waterfalls.
Highly recommended
Graeme Martin on 2 Sep, 2018

Went to Picnic Rock and Elabana Falls. Beautiful Walk!
CL on 30 Jun, 2018

Did the Elabana Falls & Picnic Rock section of this walk & returned the same way. Only took 65 mins each way roughly as it’s not a hard walk. Photographed the Falls extensively & had to wait for the harsh sun to shift behind the trees. Highly recommend this walk
Steve Batho on 29 Jun, 2018