Carr Villa to Alpine Village track
Carr Villa to Alpine Village track

Carr Villa to Alpine Village track

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Track closure: Ben Lomond walkway replacement
Applies from 20/2/2025Works to replace the village boardwalk at Ben Lomond National Park will commence on 20 February. 

They are expected to be completed prior to winter, weather permitting.

The site will remain open, however there will be no boardwalk access from the day shelter to the snow activity areas and café.

Visitors will need to access these areas from the road.​

Last reviewed 19/2/2025 01:30 PM


2-3 hours one way, 5km
Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
It’s especially important to check the weather before you do this walk. Although it can be warm and sunny where the track starts at Carr Villa, it can quickly turn wet and cold as you ascend the mountain. This is also a relatively quiet walking track, where you’re likely to encounter few other walkers, so it is highly recommended that you let someone know your plans before you set off.
A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
On Ben Lomond Road, the unsealed road to the park, you will reach a camping area to the left, marked by a sign. Shortly after this you’ll reach a Y-intersection. Take the right-hand fork and follow the road for 1 km until you reach Carr Villa, where the walk starts.

About

Beginning at Carr Villa, this walk takes approximately 1.5 hours one way with steep gradients up the side of the Ben Lomond Plateau. 

​The track leads you up through the last s​mall section of eucalypt forest and onto the plateau, then along to the highest point, Legges Tor, before descending back down to the Ben Lomond Road. 

Once you reach the road, follow it for around 1 km to reach the Alpine Village. Walkers can arrange a vehicle pickup from here or return along the same track. Walking is not permitted along Jacobs Ladder due to the high safety risk.

In summer, the route offers an opportunity to enjoy dramatic views of the imposing landscape, along with unique alpine vegetation. The displays of colourful wildflowers are a delight.

​Experienced walkers, who are appropriately prepared with warm, waterproof clothing and confident in their navigational skills, might like to tackle the walk during winter when the park is transformed by snow and ice.