🌿 A ripper spot for a cool dip and bushwalks, perfect for a family arvo in Mareeba!

Davies Creek Dinden National Park Mareeba - Scenic Swimming & Bushwalking Haven - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Davies Creek in Dinden National Park near Mareeba is a beaut spot for families who love a mix of adventure and chill. With refreshing swimming holes, stunning waterfalls, and scenic bushwalking tracks, it’s a top choice for a day out. The area offers picnic spots surrounded by lush bushland and abundant birdlife, making it ideal for nature lovers and kids keen to explore. While parking is limited and facilities are basic, the natural beauty and peaceful vibe make it well worth the visit for those after a genuine Aussie outdoor experience.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Davies Creek Rd, Mareeba QLD 4880, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 137468
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.7/5 (370 reviews)
🏙️ City	Mareeba
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	parking public toilets picnic shelter

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

Davies Creek is a cracking spot for the young ones to get stuck into some proper outdoor fun. While there’s no formal playground, the creek and surrounding bush offer endless opportunities for the kids to be kids — splashing in the cool water, exploring the bush trails, and adventuring around the rocks and swimming holes. Parents will appreciate the natural setting where the kids can safely roam and discover wildlife, making it a great place for family bonding and outdoor play.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This spot is nestled high amongst the clouds with breathtaking views that’ll have you snapping heaps of photos. The waterfalls are a real highlight, reachable by a short walk from the car park or after a scenic 2 km drive up a narrow gravel road. The lush flora and fauna, combined with the cool, refreshing creek water, create a stunning natural backdrop perfect for relaxing or exploring. Whether you’re after peaceful bushland or spectacular lookout points, Davies Creek delivers the goods.

Perfect Picnic & Chill Zones 🦘

Davies Creek is a top spot for kicking back with family and mates. There’s a picnic shelter and plenty of bushland to spread out a rug and enjoy a feed. The peaceful surroundings and birdlife add to the relaxing vibe, making it easy to unwind after a swim or bushwalk. It’s a great place to escape the hustle and bustle and soak up some quiet time in nature, whether you’re after a quick arvo break or a full day out.

Basic Facilities & Parking Tips 🚗

Facilities here are on the simple side — there are public toilets and a picnic shelter, but no drinking fountains or baby change areas. Parking is limited and can fill up quickly, especially on warm days when everyone’s keen for a swim. The gravel road in is a bit rough and narrow, so take it slow and keep an eye out for other cars. Planning your visit during quieter times will help avoid the parking crunch and make your day more enjoyable.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Really nice falls either from the bottom or after a 2 km drive to the top quite spectacular and just a short walk from the car park.
Lovely spot nestled up high amongst the clouds. Flora and fauna life is amazing.
Good swimming hole on a warm day, limited parking. No toilets.
An excellent location for a picnic and a swim. Lovely bushland all around, and great birdlife.
Loved adventuring around Davies Creek! So many spots to see, sit and enjoy and also so many places for the boys to be boys.
Very pretty, well worth a few kilometres of good gravel road. Parking bay and toilets.
Very cool spot, water temperature is perfect to cool off in on a hot day.
Great to relax with family and friends.
Great place for navigating around the bushes and trails.