Ammonite Falls Regional Trail

Route Description for Ammonite Falls Regional Trail

Although it is a short hiking route, the Ammonite Falls Regional Trail is a spectacular adventure that will lead you through a breathtaking West Coast temperate rainforest environment to the cascading water of the falls. While the majority of the trail utilizes well maintained pathways, the access point down to the edge of the falls and only be reached via a roped descent. Make sure to bring proper hiking footwear and some gloves to prospect your hands if you are looking to get up close and personal with the falls.

Heading out from the parking area, follow the road south for roughly 150 m and turn right to head into the forest. From here, continue to the northwest for about 1km to reach a junction on your right that will take you toward the Ammonite Falls. This trail will initially follow a wide gravel path through a clearing, before re-entering the forest as you approach the flowing waters of Benson Creek. Continue along the trail as it runs parallel to the creek and you will eventually arrive at the site of the cascading falls. If you want to approach the edge of the water, carefully lower yourself down along the ropes to be able to explore the area around the falls. After taking in the views of this hidden rainforest oasis, make your way back up the ropes and head back along the same trail to return to the parking area where you began your hike.