A collection of distinct angular boulders with large, well featured and textured planar faces, nestled among the roots of draping fig trees and basket ferns. More typical, river washed boulders are found closer to the water. An idyllic and convenient setting, with very little walk in. Most problems are concentrated to a handful of boulders,however the opportunity exists for many mini-problems on the scattered smaller blocs.
Be wary at any coastal or riverside crags for the potential of crocodiles and if you're in the water marine stingers.
Drive along Barron Falls Rd approximately 2.2km from the first national park sign until crossing a small creek with a concrete guard rail on the right hand side of the road with a waterfall above it (-16.856644, 145.658082).
This will bring you out on the river just upstream of Graphene Machine. The boulders are spread both up and downstream from this point, along the section of forest between the road and the Barron River.
Alternatively, park at (-16.8572031, 145.6584586) to access DAD and walk upstream from here for the other Zen Garden problems.
Park at (-16.854921, 145.656341) for Below the Surface, Soft wood, and Hard wood cave.
Boulders are listed in order from downstream to upstream.
Brush holds, respect veg, wildlife, and the rock as much as possible. Take all that goes with you back out of the gorge inc. fruit scraps. Please also take any rubbish you find.
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