The Delaneys Falls, also named Preston Falls, is a
plunge waterfall
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on Preston Creek. It is located in the
North West
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region of
Tasmania
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Australia
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Location and features
The waterfall descends from the a ridge above the Gunns Plains, and descends approximately and flows into the
Leven River near the village of
Gunns Plains. The falls is signposted as Preston Falls. There is a well kept
walking track
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from the ridge down to the lookout. It's also possible to walk to the base; however there is no formalised track.
See also
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List of waterfalls of Tasmania
References
External links
Delaneys Falls, Tasmania Mapat Geodata.us
Waterfalls of Tasmania
North West Tasmania
Plunge waterfalls
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