The trail entrance is in Creekton Road and is well signposted with a Tasmanian Great Short Walks sign. The terrain is flat and walking is on narrow duckboards for most of the route. After 1.8km the dark waters of Duck Hole Lake are reached. By the lake there are small clearing and a picnic table.
For more information on this trail see the book Rail Trails of Tasmania.
Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the
AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.
Lune River in South Eastern Tasmania
102km South of Hobart
Compacted earth
Hilly
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