Hidden within the green, rolling hills of the Strzelecki Ranges, the meandering Agnes River cascades over rocks into a deep picturesque gorge. At 59 metres, Agnes Falls are the highest single span falls in Victoria.

Both the river and the falls are named after the daughter of John Gellion, one of South Gippsland’s original settlers.

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The Agnes Falls are reached from the South Gippsland Highway at Toora by following Silcocks Hill Road, Hazel Park Road and Agnes Falls Road.

Alternatively the Agnes Falls Reserve can be reached from Welshpool via Slade Hill Road and Hazel Park Road.

These approach roads provide extensive views across Corner Inlet to the peaks of Wilsons Promontory.

After heavy rain the river water forms a spectacular cascade into the gorge. Upstream from the falls, the Agnes River forms part of the Toora district's water supply catchment.

A short 200-metre walking track leads from the Agnes River Reserve car park to a viewing area overlooking the falls.

Along the way watch for native birds as well as the diverse range of native vegetation in the area. Rest on the seats provided and enjoy the view within the gorge.

A small picnic ground set among the tall shady blue gums on the grassy banks of the Agnes River makes a delightful setting for a picnic.

The Agnes Falls Reserve protects a small remnant of the forests that once covered the Strzelecki Ranges.

Tall southern blue gums together with blackwood and silver wattles grow within the sheltered gorge and along the banks of the Agnes River.

The cool moist conditions here support a diverse understorey of hazel pomaderris, blanket-leaf, dogwood, prickly moses, clematis and a ground cover of ferns.

The drier north facing slope and ridge support an open understorey of native grasses and sedges.

The Reserve also offers habitat to support many different species of birds.

The canopy of tall eucalypts provides food and nesting areas for a variety of birds including honeyeaters. The understorey composed of tall shrubs and small trees is home to the eastern yellow robin, often seen perching sideways on low branches, eyes intently searching the ground for food

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Watch for the playful antics of the grey fantail as it darts and spirals in and out of trees in its quest for food. They are often seen perching with wings drooped and tail fanning from side to side, a movement to prompt insects to flight.

The forest also echoes to the calls of the laughing kookaburra, currawong and crimson rosella. At night possums and owls emerge from tree hollows to feed amongst the spreading branches of the eucalypts. If you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of a swamp wallaby disappearing into the bush.

Help care for Victoria's parks and reserves by remembering these guidelines:

All native plants and animals in the reserve are protected.

Please keep to designated walking tracks.

Bins are not provided within the reserve.

Please take your rubbish home.

Camping is not permitted in the reserve.

Dogs must be restrained on a leash at all times.

Agnes River forms part of the Toora water catchment area, therefore swimming is prohibited.