Horizontal Falls (Garaanngaddim)
Derby, Western Australia
Giant tides squeeze through two narrow gaps in the McLarty Range, creating a sea waterfall that runs sideways. There is no road: it is visited on scenic flights and boat trips from Broome, Derby and the Dampier Peninsula.
- Nearest town
- Derby, Western Australia
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -16.3830, 123.9850
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–September. Hot in October–May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Horizontal Falls (Garaanngaddim)?
Horizontal Falls (Garaanngaddim) is in Derby, Western Australia, at GPS -16.3830, 123.9850.
What is there to see near Horizontal Falls (Garaanngaddim)?
Places worth a stop nearby: Derby Jetty and King Sound tides (110 km), Prison Boab Tree (116 km), Bell Gorge (155 km) and Windjana Gorge (Bandilngan) (157 km).
When is the best time to visit Horizontal Falls (Garaanngaddim)?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–September. Hot in October–May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)