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TASMANIAN TREKS
OVERLAND TRACK
The five-to seven-day hike from Cradle Mountain to Lake St Clair is the classic
Tassie trek. Traversing a region opened up by Austrian Gustav Weindorfer, who
extolled its glories a century ago, its dramatic landscapes are dominated by iconic
Cradle Mountain and 5305ft (1617m) Mt Ossa, the island’s loftiest peak. Expect
boggy trails, strong winds, rapid weather variations and ample wildlife – wombats
are ubiquitous around Cradle Valley, and you’ll likely spy pademelons and
possums, though you’d be fortunate to spot the quolls, echidnas and Tasmanian
devils that lurk in the park. Also expect crowds, particularly in peak season (1
October to 31 May), when booking is essential. With limited spaces in basic huts,
most hikers camp and all supplies must be carried, though you can join a guided,
catered trek staying in comfortable lodges. Either way, you’ll experience Tasmanian
wilderness at its most elemental.
Start // Ronny Creek, Cradle Valley
End // Narcissus Hut or Cynthia Bay
Distance // 40 miles (65km) or 51 miles (82km)
More info // www.parks.tas.gov.au