GASP! Elwick Bay is a 3.2km, grade 1 hike located in the Montrose Foreshore Comm Park, Tasmania. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.

Length: 3.2km

Duration: 1.25 hrs

Grade: 1

Style: Return

Start: 825 Brooker Highway

End: 825 Brooker Highway

Location: Montrose Foreshore Comm Park

Closest town: Montrose

Tasmania

From state capital: 10.3km

Longitude: 147.271733

Latitude: -42.821503

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Hike overview

A flat scenic walk following the GASP! track from Wilkinsons Point along the Elwick Bay foreshore. A combination of a multi-use concrete path and boardwalk, the route passes through open parkland and wetlands with plenty of seats and shelters along the way. Highlights include scenic vistas, art displays and sculptures and bird watching opportunities. There are numerous access points along the length of the track if a shorter walk is desired. Follow the footpath from the northern end of the track to Berriedale and the magnificent MONA.

Safety

Cross the Brooker Highway safely at the northern end of the track by using the underpass.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 3168 m
Max elevation: 0 m
Min elevation: 0 m
Total climbing: 0 m
Total descent: 0 m

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Trail features

Prams & Strollers
Manual Wheelchair
Motorised Wheelchair
Bicycle Trail
Beach & Coastal

Tips

Cross the Brooker Highway safely at the northern end of the track by using the underpass.

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Access conditions

Large Car Park
Public Toilets
Picnic Shelter

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About the region

The City of Glenorchy is Tasmania's fourth largest city. Glenorchy is located in the Greater Hobart metropolitan area in Southern Tasmania. It is about 7 km north of Tasmania's capital city, Hobart, and is nestled below the Wellington Range on the western shore of the River Derwent.

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