Whian Whian Falls, Whian Whian, NSW

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Flow over these rocky, multifaceted falls in the aptly named Rocky Creek is somewhat dependent on whether Rocky Creek Dam is spilling, 8 km upstream. If the water level is low enough, as it was on my visit, and if you don't mind getting your feet wet, wade across to the opposite side of the creek and take up a front row seat on the large dry rock bars located in amongst the falls. Above: Whian Whian Falls from the base of the falls (Order this image)

The main flow path over the falls is on the northern bank, where there is a near vertical drop of around 5 metres into a small but deep pool below. I describe these falls as multifaceted because beside this main flow path, the falls split into several side branches that spill down into a little rock channel, which then spills back into the main pool through two rock chutes. The water heads in different directions at different angles, taking either the fast or slow route to the creek downstream. Above: The rocky stream above Whian Whian Falls splitting in different directions (Order this image)

Whilst the walk to the falls is short (~150 metres), the last section of the path down to the falls is quite narrow and steep, with a sheer drop down into the gully on one side and nothing stable to hang onto. This section could be difficult for elderly visitors or young children, who can still however view the falls in their entirety from above, without having to traverse this section of track.

There are no facilities here, but on my visit there were two friends who had carefully carried their small picnic hamper across the creek and were enjoying a picnic on the rocks next to the waterfall, which looked like a pretty good plan for the afternoon here.

Here is a quick video of the falls taken on a dry day in winter when Rocky Creek was flowing mildly, but not in flood, and Rocky Creek Dam was full. It includes some track notes and a panorama from the rock bar beneath and beside the falls. The video is a bit limited because I wanted to avoid filming the picnickers, but hopefully still gives you a sense of what to expect.

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Flows over the falls are heavily dependent on whether Rocky Creek Dam, 8 km upstream, is spilling. There are no minimum passing flows at the dam. Historically, the upstream dam was most likely to be spilling in March and April, and least likely to be spilling from September through to February.	Visit from midday to mid-afternoon to see the most sunlight on the falls

Before you head out, make sure to read the waterfall safety information and check with the managing authority for any current change of conditions. Specific to this waterfall, the managing authority advises of cliff edges, falling branches, slippery surface, water, and uneven ground. The managing authority advises that people "Enter at your own risk. Accessing this area is a high risk activity. Be aware of natural hazards and weather conditions. Great care should be taken as conditions can change quickly". The marker indicates the approximate location of the car parking area at the start of the walk to the falls. If the map is not zoomed in locally, as can sometimes occur when loading, simply click or tap on "View Larger Map" below.
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