Water Depth
No current depth is verified for the exact landing zone. Flow, storms, drought, sediment, hidden rock, and debris can change river or gorge depth quickly.
HIGH JUMP / DEPTH CHECK NEEDED*
Alert details for this jump spot
Hinton is a gorge, falls, or river cliff near Girilambone, NSW, Australia. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
the 60-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Overview
Jumping at Hinton: At a Glance
Hinton is a river, creek, gorge, or waterfall-pool cliff-diving lead near Girilambone, NSW, Australia. The important planning details are flow, depth, rock placement, access, and exit conditions, not just the reported 60-foot height context.
Quick Answer
Hinton is a gorge, falls, or river cliff near Girilambone, NSW, Australia. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
Key Takeaway
the 60-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Quick Answer
Hinton is a gorge, falls, or river cliff near Girilambone, NSW, Australia. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
Key Takeaway
the 60-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Conditions and planning notes
Important Info for Cliff Diving at Hinton
Access
Confirm public access, land manager rules, posted signs, parking, and any seasonal restrictions before visiting Hinton. Do not assume informal routes are open or permitted.
Approach
Use legal public routes and stop at posted closures or unstable terrain. Scout from both land and water level before going near any ledge.
Hazards
Changing flow, slick gorge rock, submerged boulders, shallow shelves, debris, poor exits, flash-flood risk, and limited rescue access.
Ledge Notes
Little Squirrely is the local ledge label attached to this spot. Treat it as a caution flag: inspect footing, water depth, landing clearance, and the exit before making any decision.
Safety Notes
Fast-changing flow, slick rock, submerged boulders, shallow shelves, poor exits, flash-flood risk, and limited rescue access are the main concerns.
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Map location
Hinton
Girilambone, NSW, Australia
-31.25436, 146.92192
60 ftWater pending
Quick Facts
RegionNSW
LocationGirilambone area
Nearest AddressSee map
Coordinates-31.25436, 146.92192
DirectionsGoogle Maps
Jump TypeJump spot
Water TypeWater
Jump Height60 ft
Water DepthVerify onsite
Ledge ApproachVerify onsite
Best SeasonVaries seasonally
Look Before You Jump
Check current rules and open dates
Verify water depth from the water, not the ledge
Confirm exits and swimming routes
Inspect water clarity and submerged hazards
Read posted signs and respect closures
What to know about Cliff jumping at Hinton.
Hinton sits around Girilambone, NSW, Australia, putting this structure-adjacent water spot in the orbit of Girilambone and the broader NSW area of Australia. Use the saved coordinates and current map view as a starting point, then confirm the exact approach locally because cliff-jumping access can change around parks, private land, roads, shorelines, and water-management areas.
Seasonal conditions matter here, especially after storms, drought, high flow, or unusually low water. Conditions are not static: rain, snowmelt, drought, changing water levels, current, and weekend crowding can all change what looks like the same jump from one visit to the next. Treat saved route notes as background, not as a present-day clearance to jump.
The main assumed risks include variable flow, shallow shelves, hydraulic features, slippery rock, and limited downstream recovery room. Access should be treated as conditional until signs, land ownership, permits, and local rules are confirmed. Before anyone climbs to a ledge, inspect the landing zone from the water, identify the exit, look for submerged rocks or debris, and be willing to walk away if the depth, footing, legality, or rescue options are uncertain.
FAQs
Common questions about Cliff Diving at Hinton.
Is Hinton a confirmed cliff-diving spot?+
Hinton is best treated as a planning lead near Girilambone, NSW, Australia. Confirm current access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before considering any jump.
How high is the jump at Hinton?+
The current planning data carries a 60-foot height reference. Treat that as unverified until the exact takeoff and landing zone are checked under current conditions.
How deep is the water at Hinton?+
No current depth is verified for the exact landing zone. Flow, storms, drought, sediment, hidden rock, and debris can change river or gorge depth quickly.
What are the main hazards at Hinton?+
Changing flow, slick gorge rock, submerged boulders, shallow shelves, debris, poor exits, flash-flood risk, and limited rescue access.
What should I verify before visiting Hinton?+
Check public access, posted signs, parking, land manager rules, weather, water level, landing-zone clearance, submerged hazards, and the exit route. If any of those are unclear, do not treat the spot as jumpable.
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Quick Facts
RegionNSW
LocationGirilambone area
Nearest AddressSee map
Coordinates-31.25436, 146.92192
DirectionsGoogle Maps
Jump TypeJump spot
Water TypeWater
Jump Height60 ft
Water DepthVerify onsite
Ledge ApproachVerify onsite
Best SeasonVaries seasonally
Look Before You Jump
Check current rules and open dates
Verify water depth from the water, not the ledge
Confirm exits and swimming routes
Inspect water clarity and submerged hazards
Read posted signs and respect closures