Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
(TWWHA)

8 hrs return, 12.8km, 600m climb in elevation. Walk includes crossing large rocks, Grade 5

A challenging track to the summit of the picturesque Cradle Mountain.

2 hour circuit, 5.7km circuit, Grade 3

Explore a series of delightfully different alpine lakes. A better option for days when the higher altitude tracks are being lashed by cold winds and heavy rain.

40 minutes return, 2.2km, Grade 2

Enjoy views of wilderness, rugged mountains and the Franklin River. The track climbs a small hill at an easy grade and leads you to the lookout, perched on a rocky pinnacle.

2-3 hour circuit, 6km circuit, Grade 3

A great introductory walk to the park. Enjoy iconic views of Cradle Mountain and walk through the tranquil Ballroom Forest on one of Tasmania’s premier short walks.

1.5 hours return, 4.2km return, Grade 2

An enjoyable addition to a visit to Hastings Caves or the Arve River Forest Drive. Take an easy stroll through a forest of stringybarks and stretches of tea tree swamp to an idyllic lake.

East Pillinger was once a thriving port town in Macquarie Harbour but only echos of the past remain. While forest has reclaimed much of the settlement’s former glory, some substantial and fascinating relics await discovery.

6-9 days, 72 kms, Grade 5

Located in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, the Eastern Arthur Range Traverse challenges experienced walkers and rewards with the majesty of Federation Peak.

3-4 hours one way, 11km, 20 mins by ferry (fee applies) and then walk one way to Cynthia Bay. , Grade 3

Combine a ferry cruise on Lake St Clair with a walk through the rainforest beside the lake. You leave from, and return to Cynthia Bay at the southern end of Lake St Clair.

20 minute circuit, 1.1km circuit, Grade 2

A walk to suit all age groups—featuring a cascading river and magical old-growth rainforest.

Tasmania has a wealth of excellent inland and ocean fishing locations where you can cast your line.

3-5 hours return, 7.4km, 400m climb in elevation, Grade 4

This relatively accessible peak in the Hartz Mountains National Park takes the walker through a landscape carved by glaciers.

Hastings Caves State Reserve has something for everyone. Tour the caves, swim in the thermal springs, wander the short walks and picnic with the family.

3-4 hours return, 10.8km return, Grade 3

Walk with history down the route of the former railway line to Kelly Basin. Where once 1000 people lived, today only historic remnants of the former town of Pillinger can be seen amidst lush green mosses and tree ferns.

1.5-2 hours return, 3.4 km return, Grade 3

Hartz Mountains National Park is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. The region abounds in alpine plant species that are found nowhere else on Earth.

45 mins-1.5 hours, 4.7 km circuit. Depending on your choice of tracks: Watersmeet Track Grade 2; Platypus Bay and Larmairremener tabelti, Grade 3

Lake St Clair offers three short walks for you to choose from. Pick one or do the full circuit, the choice is yours!

5-6 hours, 13 kilometres, Grade 5

Located in the beautiful Mount Field National Park, this track through open moorland and sub-alpine forest is best-suited to experienced walkers.

45 minute return, 2km, from the top car park, Grade 2

The Liffey Falls are the major attraction of the Liffey Falls State Reserve, located on a track that meanders through tall, wet eucalypt forest.

4.5-6 hours return, 10km return, Grade 4

A full day’s walk that gets you away from the more popular areas and into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

4 - 5 hrs circuit, 10km, Grade 4

Experience stunning views on fine days from the summit of Mount Field East.

Mount Field holds an important and colourful place in Tasmania’s history, with the magnificent twin cascade of Russell Falls declared the state’s first nature reserve in 1885. Some thirty years later, in 1916, Mount Field became one of our first national parks.

8-9 hours return, 17 kilometres, Grade 5

Scenic views from atop Mount Field’s highest peak.

7 hour circuit, 19km circuit, Grade 4

Mount Rufus is a challenging walk that rewards well-equipped walkers with breath-taking mountain views on all sides.

20 minutes return, 1.4km return, Grade 1

Located in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, visitors can reach the delightful Nelson Falls after a gentle walk. Break the long drive and stretch your legs—you won’t be disappointed.

6 days one way, 65km one way, Grade 4

The Overland Track is Australia’s premier alpine walk – a 65 km, six-day trek through the heart of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, part of the magnificent Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

30-40 minute circuit, 1.5km, Grade 2

A delightful green oasis nestled beneath the ski slopes of Mount Field.

30 minute return, 800m return, Grade 1

The Pine Lake walk offers a rare opportunity to get close to one of Tasmania’s rarest trees without having to go on an extended bushwalk. The pencil pine is an ancient species that evolved before flowering plants and which is only found in the Tasmanian highlands.

10 minute circuit, 431m, Grade 1

Take a short, easy stroll through the rainforest.

25 minutes return, 1.4km return, Grade 1

Russell Falls is one of Tasmania’s most treasured places. The falls delight every visitor and can be reached by a wide, very easy track suitable for wheelchair users and those with strollers.

4-5 hours circuit, 13km circuit , Grade 4

Located in the Lake St Clair National Park, the Shadow Lake walk will take you on a circuit through rainforest, sub-alpine moorland and highland eucalypt forest.

4 hrs return, 15.4km return, Grade 3

Located in Southwest National Park, this walk starts from the end of Australia’s most southerly road and is the eastern end of the popular South Coast Track to Port Davey. It’s a great place, so take your lunch and make a good day of it.

30 minutes circuit, 1km circuit, Grade 2

Located in Mount Field National Park, the Tall Trees walk allows you to wander among the tallest flowering plants in the world.

5-7 hour circuit, 12 km , Grade 3

Wander among a series of picturesque glacial lakes at Tarn Shelf, in the beautiful Mount Field National Park.

2-2.5 hrs circuit, 6km circuit, Grade 3

Uncover the beauty of this trio of waterfalls located in Mount Field National Park.

5m (from the main Waldheim carpark), 100m, Grade 2

Uncover the colourful history of the Weindorfers.

20 minute circuit, 750m circuit, Grade 2

The Weindorfers Forest Walk gives you a glimpse back in time to the life of the Weindorfers in the beautiful Cradle Mountain.