Launceston: Cradle Mountain Guided Active Day Trip
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Highlights
- Explore Cradle Mountain National Park and World Heritage Area
- Take on the Dove Lake circuit walk or, take on the harder walk to the lofty view
- Enjoy a delicious stop at Van Dieman’s Land Ice Creamery & Christmas Hills Farm
- Walk along the Rainforest City and Pencil Pine Falls tracks
- Visit Sheffield the ‘Town of Murals’ with over 30 murals painted across the town showing the history of the area
About this experience
What to expect
After leaving Launceston we stop in the quirky town of Sheffield, the town of murals, a unique open air art gallery. Stop enroute at a local bakery where you can purchase something for the lunch stop at the picnic area at Cradle Mountain National Park. Pick from a tasty selection of sandwiches, rolls, and wraps.
From there we head into the mountains along winding roads fringed by rainforest to arrive at Cradle Mountain National Park. We begin our adventures with an easy guided walk to Pencil Pine Falls, a stunning cascade of pristine water.
After that it’s onto our main walk of the day, Dove Lake Circuit, a comfortable 6km circumnavigation of the glassy lake that sits at the bottom of Cradle Mountain. The views are epic.
If you’re looking for a challenge, tackle the hike to Marion’s Lookout. An uphill climb rewards you with breathtaking views of Cradle Mountain, Little Horn, Smithies Peak and so many mirrored lakes.
Our last stop is Van Diemen’s Ice Creamery and Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm for well-earned treats crafted from the finest Tasmanian dairy and produce. A sweet end to a heavenly day.
Things to note
- Rain gear
- Comfortable shoes
- Reusable water bottle
- Warm clothing
- Food and drinks
- Closed-toe shoes
- Outdoor clothing
- Scarf
- Jacket
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Daypack
- Thermal clothing
- Comfortable clothes
- Windbreaker
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