Notable waterfall · Shire of Colac Otway, Victoria

Upper Chapple Falls

Upper Chapple Falls is a waterfall in Shire of Colac Otway, Victoria.

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Upper Chapple Falls: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this waterfall: Water flowing well · Low flow / trickle · Dry, no water · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Upper Chapple Falls

Season: July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Upper Chapple Falls: tips

  • Stay on marked paths: rocks near falls are slippery.
  • Flow is strongest in the wet season or during snowmelt.

How to reach Upper Chapple Falls — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: -38.67892, 143.38269. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Upper Chapple Falls?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Upper Chapple Falls?

    Nearby: Milanesia Beach (beach, 13 km), Aire Falls (waterfall, 14 km), Great Ocean Road (attraction, 19 km), Hopetoun Falls (waterfall, 20 km), Wreck Beach (beach, 21 km), Redwoods of the Otway Ranges (attraction, 21 km).

    Is Upper Chapple Falls worth visiting?

    Upper Chapple Falls is listed as a notable waterfall in Victoria on Spotwander.