Emerald Creek Falls, Dinden State Forest

The waters of Emerald Creek tumble down a granite rock face, forming placid pools below. Smooth-barked water gums with interesting twisted trunks create an arch above the creek. Bottlebrush trees, with red flowers in season, sprout from between the rocks. Dragonflies and damselflies hover around the water.

Picnic in the day-use area beside the creek. Follow the easy 1km track to the falls through dry open forest characterised by eucalypts, acacias and grevilleas, with pandanus trees in moister gullies. From the lookout, enjoy views of the falls, the valley and the northern Atherton Tableland.