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Meander Falls

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    4.5-6 hours return, 10km return
    Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.
    Supervise children. Tracks are subject to severe weather conditions – weather may change quickly. Tracks are difficult to navigate when covered in snow and may be impassable.

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    ​This long 10km return walk climbs through beautiful wet forest to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Tasmania. The Meander Falls plunge steeply, in two separate tiers, through a cleft in the Great Western Tiers. 

    The track to the falls, initially alongside the lovely Meander River, takes around 3 hours. It is quite rocky, and there are some steep and muddy sections. 

    Snow and ice can be experienced in winter months, although this can be a bonus if you’re treated to the spectacle of the falls freezing and/or forming large icicles.

    Static map image of the Meander Falls walk.

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      ​​​​​Meander is around a 50 minute drive from either Launceston or Devonport on National Highway 1. Take the C167 road from Deloraine to Meander, then follow signs to Meander Forest Reserve.

      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.

      ​There is a bush toilet and shelter hut located at the car park.​

      ​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.