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The Nut
What better way to take in the breathtaking views of the historical and picturesque coastal village of Stanley than from a leisurely chairlift ride to the top of the intriguing local attraction known as The Nut. (photograph: Jess Bonde)
60 Great Short Walks

The Nut Walk

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  • Cafe
  • Parking
  • Picnic facilities
  • Short walk
  • Toilets

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    • Stanley Field Centre
      1 Browns Road
      Stanley, TAS, 7330
      Postal: PO Box 715
      Stanley TAS 7330
      Phone: 03 6458 1480
    1 hour, 2.7km circuit
    Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
    Supervise children, hazardous cliffs.

    About

    ​The centrepiece of this walk is a stark 143m high massif. The Nut, thought to be an ancient volcanic plug, juts out into Bass Strait above the historic town of Stanley. You can access the top of The Nut via a steep foot track from the township of ​​Stanley, or by riding the chairlift (fees apply). 

    The delightful walk continues around the top of the expansive plateau through open heath and patches of woodland. From the top there are wonderfully varied views along the coast and back to the rich farmland and forests of the North-West.

    Static map image of The Nut walk in Stanley.
     

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      ​​The Nut State Reserve is at Stanley approximately 80km west of Burnie and 22km east of Smithton. Take the Bass Highway (A2) and turn on to the B21. ​


      Where possible, please avoid driving in our reserves at night. You are sharing the roads with our native wildlife, so take it slow and watch out for animals on the road.

      All access ​​Toilets and café are located at the car park. 

      Picnic tables, electric barbecues, and all access toilets are in Kings Pack, Godfrey Beach adjacent to nearby historic cemetery. 

      ​The chairlift is privately operated and runs seven days a week. Closure dates vary from late May to early September. ​ More information can be found at The Nut Chairlift website​ or phone 03 6458 1286.

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      ​Find out other essential information for visiting Tasmania's parks and reserves on our know before you go section.

      ​Remember the safe walking guidelines

      • ​Plan to walk safely
      • Be prepared
      • Avoid walking alone and let someone know your plans
      • Record your trip intentions in the log books 
      • Be prepared to turn back

      Walker safety - day walks​

      ​Even for a short walk on a fine day, carry a light pack with a weatherproof jacket, warm hat, water (1 litre per person for every 3 hours of walking), some high energy food and a first aid kit that includes an emergency space blanket. At the same time, be prepared for bright sunshine—carry a sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen. Insect repellent can also make your walk more comfortable and be sure to take a rubbish bag and carry your rubbish out with you.

      If your mobile phone has a signal t​​ake it with you. Limit use of your phone to conserve the battery. If your short walk takes you into very remote areas it would be wise to pack extra food and an emergency shelter or tent.

      For full safety information please refer to Safety in parks.

      The path to the summit of The Nut is very steep and not suitable for most mobility-impaired people. A 15 minute return chairlift ride leads to spectacular views to and from the summit that may make this attraction accessible for some visitors. Enquiries phone 03 6458 1286 or visit The Nut Chairlift website​.

      There is a picnic area at Kings Park, Godfreys Beach at the corner of Harrison Terrace and Green Hills roads or from the western end of the historic cemetery.​

      The public all access toilets are located beside the café/souvenir shop in front of the Nut carpark. 

      Accessible toilets are located in  Kings Park, Godfreys Beach below Harrison Terrace. ​