

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ? Forgotten Falls, Platypus Lagoon & K-Traverse Hike ?
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 am
- **Event Description**: ? Forgotten Falls, Platypus Lagoon &amp; K-Traverse Hike ?

Townsville Hike &amp; Explore – Half Day On-Trail Adventure

Join Townsville Hike &amp; Explore for a relaxed and rewarding half-day hike through the beautiful forests near Paluma Dam, exploring a section of the historic K-Traverse. This scenic on-trail adventure is ideal for those wanting to enjoy nature, local history, great views, and a refreshing swim or two along the way.

The K-Traverse follows an old logging road, with visible remnants from this bygone era still present along the track. These historical features are an important part of the area’s heritage—nothing is to be disturbed or removed, and we’ll take time to observe and appreciate them respectfully.

Along the route, we’ll visit a couple of locally named highlights, including Platypus Lagoon, a peaceful waterway perfect for exploration, and Forgotten Falls—a large, impressive waterfall where we’ll stop for an extended break before finishing the hike at Chicks Road.

This hike is on-trail, run at a slow, steady pace, and is suitable for most ages, fitness levels, and abilities. It’s a great opportunity for new members to join our hiking community or for anyone keen to experience a relaxed hike with waterfalls, swimming opportunities, and stunning forest scenery.

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✨ What to Expect:

On-trail hiking through forest and historic logging routes

Waterfall and lagoon exploration

Opportunities for swimming and relaxed breaks

A friendly, inclusive, and supportive group environment

A great introduction to Paluma hiking

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? Distance &amp; Time

Approx. 10km

Approx. 6 hours

Led at a slow pace with breaks as required

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? MEETING DETAILS

We will meet at BP Yabulu

? 2 Greenvale Street, Yabulu
? 7:00am

This will allow time to organise vehicles before heading up the range. Please be on time and update your RSVP if you can no longer attend. If carpooling, please offer the driver a small contribution toward fuel.

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? PERMIT REQUIREMENT – IMPORTANT

Access via Mount Spec Road requires a permit.
Permits are available by emailing:

? engagement.northern@tmr.qld.gov.au

It is each participant’s responsibility to ensure they have the appropriate permit if required.

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? Recommended to Bring:

2–3 litres of water

Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots

Appropriate clothing for the conditions

Hat &amp; sunscreen

Morning tea, lunch &amp; snacks

Electrolytes (if required)

Camera

First Aid Kit (snake bite kit if you have one)

Insect repellent

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⚠️ Personal Responsibility

Townsville Hike &amp; Explore is a social group, not a formal organisation, and participation is entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, equipment, food, and water.
If you’re unsure whether this hike is suitable for you, please contact the hike leader prior to attending.

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? Scenic. Relaxed. Rich in history.

A beautiful half-day adventure showcasing one of Paluma’s lesser-known gems.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/beach-holm/forgotten-falls-platypus-lagoon-and-k-traverse-hike/200029728364211
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, sports, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 55

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029728364211?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=beach+holm-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Beach Holm
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Caltex Yabulu
- **lat**: -19.215790342405
- **long**: 146.60284778574
- **full address**: Caltex Yabulu, Ampol, Bruce Hwy, Yabulu QLD 4818, Australia, Beach Holm

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Townsville Hike and Explore (https://allevents.in/org/townsville-hike-and-explore/24289014)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Caltex Yabulu, Ampol, Bruce Hwy, Yabulu QLD 4818, Australia, Beach Holm
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Townsville Hike and Explore
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, trekking, sports, meetups
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about ? Forgotten Falls, Platypus Lagoon & K-Traverse Hike ? ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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