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Crystal Cascades, Redlynch
The Rocks Rd, Redlynch, Queensland, AustraliaAbout
Crystal Cascades is a popular destination for Cairnsâ locals and visitors. The Cascades are 10 kilometres from Redlynch, at the end of Redlynch Intake Road,northwest of Cairns.From Crystal Cascades carpark a 1·2 kilometre paved path follows swift-flowingFreshwater Creek up a rainforest valley. Numerous tributary streams tumble down the
valley walls, feeding a chain of rock pools and rapids in Freshwater Creek. This popular
swimming spot has picnic facilities.A path leaves the southern corner of the carpark and meanders along the eastern
bank of Dowah Creek for a short distance to a small waterfall and pool, a peaceful
setting to relax and enjoy the forest.The rough unmanaged track that climbs from Crystal Cascades to Lake Morris
starts just before the second picnic shelter, 150 metres in from the entrance gate. This is
a steep climb for fit walkers. It takes about 1¾ hours to reach Lake Morris.
