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Three Capes Track: Denmans to Surveyors

Three Capes Track: Denmans to Surveyors

4.5 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

4.5 km

Oneway

Your journey starts with a 75-minute boat trip from Port Arthur to Denmans Cove where you start the walk. Once landed at Denmans Cove you have a 2-hour walk ahead of you, which takes you through Eucalypt woodland and coastal heath to your first accommodation on the track - Surveyors cabin. Relax at the cabin and soak in the views of Cape Raoul in the distance. Let us begin by acknowledging the Palawa people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Environment

Starting from the Springlawn Visitor Centre on Bakers Beach Road, Bakers Beach, this circuit walk takes you around Springlawn Lagoon. This easy walk takes you around the lagoon, through open grasslands and coastal vegetation, to the lagoon bird hide, before returning through tranquil boardwalks and dunes. Be prepared for a fantastic wildlife display. A camera and binoculars will be very handy. Toilet, picnic, and barbeque facilities are available at the start of the walk at the Springlawn Visitor Centre and campsite. These facilities are accessible to wheelchair users, but the walk is not accessible as some sections are sand dunes. Sections of the track around the lagoon are unmarked. The lagoon is subject to seasonal flooding. Please check track conditions with Visitor Centre before commencing walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Springlawn Nature Walk

4.6 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Springlawn Nature Walk

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Fern Tree to Neika via Pipeline Track

Fern Tree to Neika via Pipeline Track

4.6 km oneway

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

4.6 km

Oneway

Starting from Fern Tree Park off Huon Road, Fern Tree, this track takes you to Neika via the Pipeline Track. Many locals use this relatively flat and shaded track to travel between the two locations as it is much less boring than the concrete path. Tall tree ferns, refreshing creek crossings and historic places like the Fern Tree Bower along the way make this journey quite worthwhile. The historic picnic site (Fern Tree Bower) used to be quite popular, and you can read all about it from the interpretive signs. Another point of interest you'll pass by is the Wishing Well. Make a wish if you feel like it. Come springtime and you can see heaps of wildflowers, including rhododendrons. Dogs are allowed on leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Pets

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Mount Gnomon and Mount Dial

Mount Gnomon and Mount Dial

4.7 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the Mount Gnomon car park on Ironcliffe Road, Penguin, this walk takes you past Mount Gnomon and Mount Dial. Enjoy a pleasant walk that weaves through a tall eucalypt forest, taking in two low peaks in the Dial Range. After a short but steep climb up Mount Gnomon, you'll emerge at the edge of a cliff with excellent views towards Mount Duncan and the cities of Ulverstone and Devonport. The trail continues along the ridge towards the exposed cliff of Mount Dial, ending with a short boulder scramble that rewards you with views over the surrounding farmland, the southern Dial Range and towards Mount Roland. Small native orchids can be spotted along the trail, particularly at higher elevations. Take care and supervise children near the unprotected cliff edges. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from The Springs picnic area on Pinnacle Road, Wellington Park, this circuit walk takes you to Sphinx Rock via the Lenah Valley Track, then loops back to the start via the Lower/Upper Sawmill and Organ Pipes tracks. Sphinx Rock offers you rewarding views of Organ Pipes, the city and Derwent River. Just make sure you don't slip and fall whilst admiring the views. After soaking in the views, you can give the Rock Cabin side trip a chance if you fancy historic stone structures. Wildflowers blanket the area from late winter to spring. Keep an eye out for closures due to snow. Also, the weather can change dramatically in a heartbeat, so be prepared. Lower/Upper Sawmill tracks are rocky and can be slippery (icy in winter, wet-muddy otherwise). Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sphinx Rock Circuit

4.7 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

Environment

Starting from the Tamar Island Wetlands Centre just off the West Tamar Highway, Riverside, this walk leads to the Tamar River Conservation Area via the Tamar Island Walkway. A long boardwalk leads out to the island, taking you right through the wetland between phragmites australis reeds and over the river itself. Along the way, you’re likely to see numerous different species of water birds, as well as frogs, dragonflies and lizards. A short side track leads to a bird hide, where you can quietly observe a variety of birds on the lagoon, including pelicans, swans, cormorants and great egrets. If you look carefully, you can see the wreck of the 'Platypus' that was sunk in the channel in order to improve the water flow. The well-constructed boardwalk is open in daylight all year long and is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. On Tamar Island, there are picnic tables, barbeques and toilet facilities as well as a jetty giving access to the island via boat. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Tamar Island

4.7 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

1 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

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Starting from the south of Adams Point Whale Lookout, Recherche, this return journey takes you to Fishers Point via multiple beaches. Trace the sandy shores and rugged coastline to the historic remnants of the Fishers Point Pilot Station and Lighthouse, which date back to 1843. As you wander, immerse yourself in the breathtaking vistas overlooking Rocky Bay and the majestic Southern Ranges, with panoramic views extending towards Bruny Island and the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean. The pristine beaches boast powdery white sands and clear turquoise waters, evoking a tropical ambience. Look out for playful dolphins, penguins, seals, and majestic whales gracing the waters. Highly recommended for exploration during low tide, the track presents challenges during high tide and might require rock hopping/bush bashing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Nuenonne people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Fishers Point

4.8 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

Ruins

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Hobart Rivulet Track to Cascade Gardens

Hobart Rivulet Track to Cascade Gardens

4.8 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

4.8 km

Return

Starting from the car park off Molle Street, Hobart, this walk takes you to Cascade Gardens and back via the Hobart Rivulet Track, visiting the world-heritage-listed Female Factory along the way. The history of the city can be seen as you follow the rivulet upstream. The aforementioned Female Factory, for example, was the place where the female prisoners were kept with their kids. A couple of hundred metres upstream from the end lies the Cascade Brewery, the oldest continuously working brewery in Australia. The Cascade Gardens at the end has a playground, BBQs, a water tap and a toilet. Dogs are allowed on leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Cycle

Environment

Bus

Starting from the car park at the end of Chestermans Road off Cole Hill Road, Strathblane, this walk takes you to Adamsons Falls. Venture into the untamed wilderness to find Adamsons Falls, a hidden gem of a waterfall cascading 50 metres down a dolerite wall within a temperate rainforest amphitheatre. The walk begins by following a wide and flat trail through a regrowth forest. The trail gets narrower and wilder as it gradually climbs through the old-growth rainforest before a steep final ascent to the waterfall. Once at the falls, short side trails lead to several tiered sections, with the top and base offering the best views. This is a fairly challenging walk through muddy terrain with many natural obstacles, so waterproof hiking boots are recommended. The trail is very overgrown and may be hard to follow at times, so keep an eye out for the pink ribbons and orange markers on trees. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Adamsons Falls

4.9 km return

2 h to 4 h

Waterfall

Environment

Starting from the Banksia Campground car park off Fortescue Bay Road, Fortescue, this walk takes you to Canoe Bay. Following the Tasman Coastal Trail, this walk starts by taking you across the white sands of Fortescue Bay Beach. The creek flowing onto the beach from Fortescue Lagoon may need to be waded after heavy rains. At the north end of the beach, the trail climbs gently into the forest and winds along the coast, passing through a penguin rookery and providing spectacular coastal views before descending to Canoe Bay. Towards the middle of the bay, the sunken remains of a steamship called the William Pitt can be seen, which was scuttled in 1955 to act as a breakwater for small boats. If you wish to spend more time exploring the area, you can take advantage of the Banksia or Mill Creek campgrounds, where there are several tent and caravan sites, water tanks, toilets and showers. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Canoe Bay

5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Swim

Environment

Starting from the car park at the end of Trousers Point Road, Strzelecki National Park, this return walk leads to Trousers Point via the Trousers Point Walk. Pristine white beaches in gorgeous bays, crystal clear waters and vistas of mountains and uninhabited islands make this the most photographed and celebrated beach on Flinders Island. This walk starts from Trousers Point Beach and follows a coastal track to Trousers Point, offering stunning views over Bass Strait islands. Before heading back, why not take a break once you reach the Fotheringate Beach with fascinating granite caves and limestone formations. You can backtrack your steps or opt for the quicker gravel road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Trousers Point

5.1 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Swim

Environment

Gentle Annie Falls from Fern Tree

Gentle Annie Falls from Fern Tree

5.5 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

5.5 km

Return

Starting from Stephenson Place, Fern Tree, this walk takes you to Gentle Annie Falls and back via the Pipeline Track. As you make your way to the dry waterfall, you'll pass by --and over-- many historical elements that are presented by the interpretive signs along the way. Take your time and examine the stonework if interested. McDermotts Farm is also on your way. There was a homestead before, but now there are only daffodils in its place. There are steps and handrails to help your descent to Gentle Annie Falls. Riding down the first stairs from Fern Tree is not allowed. Also, try to avoid riding on the sandstone parts to protect the heritage. Dogs are allowed on leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

Mtb

Heritage

Pets

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Bus

Apsley River Waterhole and Gorge

Apsley River Waterhole and Gorge

5.5 km return

2 h to 3 h

This walk begins near the Douglas-Apsley National Park parking area on Rosedale Road, Bicheno, leading to the Apsley Waterhole and Apsley Gorge via the tracks of the same name. Starting as a gentle stroll through open woodland, this walk reaches the Apsley Waterhole where you can take a dip in the delightfully clear water. The walk crosses the river and leads you up through dry, open forest, before descending back to the river at the Apsley Gorge. This walk has a couple of gentle hill sections and a few steps, but for the most part it is fairly flat. The dirt track can become slightly slippery after rain. Some mild scrambling and rock hopping may be required at the river bed. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Swim

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Starting from the Mount Field Visitor Centre on Lake Dobson Road, Mount Field National Park, this circuit walk takes you past Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls and Lady Barron Falls. The first part of the track toward Russell Falls is wheelchair and pram accessible. From here, the track becomes steeper, taking you to Horseshoe Falls. Stop to admire the giant trees as you walk along the Tall Trees Walk before coming to the last falls on the walk, the Lady Barron Falls. Take your time on the track and soak in the nature around you. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Three Falls Circuit

5.7 km circuit

2 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

2 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

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