The Moree Plains in New South Wales, Australia, are home to the stunning Waa Gorge, a hidden gem located in Mount Kaputar National Park, situated 85 km to the east of Moree. The Gorge, pronounced 'War,' offers a unique and awe-inspiring experience for visitors. As you journey to Waa Gorge, you will travel through rich fields of chocolate brown to black soil, surrounded by organic olive groves and lush vegetation. The track to the Gorge is not signposted, but a 15-minute walk from the car park leads to Mill Bullah (meaning two eyes) waterholes, and the entire walk to the gorge takes about three quarters of an hour.
Waa Gorge is a deeply cut gorge that soars up to 70 meters high, with towering walls and a jumble of boulders strewn across the floor. The walls of the gorge are spectacularly colorful, providing a cool shelter and a perfect picnic spot amid the dramatic setting. Lush ferns, Moreton Bay Figs, and some thriving species of rainforest plants cling to the crevices between, resisting the force of water, which torrents down the creek after rain. In the Moree Plains region, you can also explore the Mount Kaputar National Park, located on the edge of the NSW northwest slopes, centered on the Nandewar Range. The park's distinctive landform is a result of volcanic activity that occurred about 17-21 million years ago, representing a distinct ecological community and offering a captivating journey around Moree and its region.