water falls in melbourne

Chasing waterfalls around Melbourne? Point the bonnet towards the Dandenong Ranges for Sherbrooke Falls and Olinda Falls, both within about 40 km of the CBD and best after rain. For something taller, Trentham Falls drops roughly 32 m near Trentham, about 95 km north-west, and Steavenson Falls near Marysville puts on a show about 90 km north-east. If you’re headed coastward, Erskine Falls near Lorne delivers a lush Otways backdrop, and Lal Lal Falls near Ballarat is another easy day-trip. Wear decent shoes, mind the leeches if it’s soggy, and check local track updates—nature does not care about your brunch booking. Take water, pack out your rubbish, and yes, the photos will make your city mates jealous.