When it comes to things to do in Geelong, you can’t overlook Buckleys Falls on the Barwon River.
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Getting to Buckleys Falls Geelong
Buckleys Falls Lookout is about a 5km drive from the city center, located in the suburb of Highton. If you are really keen it’s about a 1-hour walk from the city center, or you could catch the #43 bus from the city center. The bus will drop you off very close to the lookout.
What to See at Buckleys Falls
Buckleys Falls are not very spectacular, but they are the only waterfalls on the Barwon River and the only waterfalls in Geelong.
There is an upper viewing platform with perfect views of Buckleys Falls, and these are located within 1 minute’s walk from the car park.
For those with more energy, you can take some wooden stairs down to the base of the falls. This will take you 5-10 minutes and is well worth the effort, as you can get up close to the Waterfalls.
Walking Trails at Buckleys Falls
If you have even more energy, there is a series of approximately 20km of walking trails that start at Buckleys Falls. The trails will take you along the Barwon River right up to the Breakwater bridge, and there are several bridges to cross the river. There are trails on both sides of the Barwon River – aptly named the Barwon River Trail.
Buckleys Falls in Flood
The Barwon River often floods, and this is a great time to see Buckleys Falls. Check out the video below to see what Buckley’s Falls looks like in the flood.
Don’t Miss Buckley’s Falls
When you visit Geelong, don’t miss a quick visit to Buckleys Falls. Being so close to the city center, this is one of the top things to do in Geelong.
