1G Queen Mary Falls Circuit

1G) Queen Mary Falls - 7th August 2004
Return Distance 2km, Max Elevation 903, Climb 77, Time 0.75hr, Level - Easy - Pops, Rachel, Kevin
Co-ordinates: -28.341520, 152.371540
My Blog:
Been to the falls a few times over the year, the last of which was showing visiting friends from England around the area. Judging by the photo, it must have been English weather as well!
Interestingly, nearby Daggs Falls was named after my housekeeper's great grandfather, who was the postmaster in Killarney.
Short Description:
From the Queen Mary Falls lookout, watch Spring Creek plunge over the 40m Queen Mary Falls to continue its twisting journey down the valley floor to join the Condamine River. On a summer's day take time to pause for a moment to feel the waterfall's cool spray.

There are often water dragons sunbaking on rocks around the valley floor and the track goes through plenty of ferns and native Australian trees.
Getting There:
From Boonah (64km) take the Boonah/Rathdowney Road south before turning right into Carneys Creek Road and right again into The Head Road, which becomes Spring Creek Road.
From Killarney (11km) take Acacia Street onto Border Road and then turn left into Spring Creek Road.
The approach from Boonah is very steep and should be travelled with care. It is unsuitable for caravans.
Maps:
http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/main-range/about.html
Route/Trail Notes:
Circuit can be walked either way, one section includes a lot of steps. If it has been very wet in the area, the area at the bottom can become slippery as a mist from the falls covers this area.
Do not attempt to cross when in flood or if water covers the causeway.
Permits/Costs:
None.
Other References/Comments:
Picnic tables, wood-fired barbecues and free electric barbecues, toilets are provided. For safety reasons the track is closed following periods of heavy rainfall due to potential rock falls.