Mount Field National Park boasts a trio of captivating waterfalls, each offering a unique experience for visitors.
Horseshoe Falls: This 2.5km grade 3 hike leads you through some of Tasmania's best rainforests. Informative signs highlight the region's distinct flora and fauna. The well-maintained track takes roughly an hour to complete. Horseshoe Falls itself resides within a natural amphitheater, its beauty often considered a hidden gem of the park despite being a short 10-minute walk from the more famous Russell Falls.
Russell Falls: Tasmania's beloved Russell Falls is easily accessible via a sealed 600m wheelchair-friendly path. The walk takes a mere 20 minutes, offering stunning views and the chance to spot glow worms at night (remember to turn off your torches!). This iconic waterfall, even featured on a 1999 postage stamp, is a must-see with its powerful streams cascading down 20 meters.
Lady Barron Falls: For a longer adventure, try the 2-hour Lady Barron Falls Circuit. Clear signage guides you from the park's main car park onto a well-maintained, 400-meter track. Be captivated by the towering swamp gums, myrtles, and dogwoods that surround you.
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.
Total distance: 2215 m
Max elevation: 260 m
Min elevation: 181 m
Total climbing: 133 m
Total descent: -133 m
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Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls lie nestled within Mount Field National Park, roughly 70 kilometers northwest of Hobart. To get there, take the Brooker Highway (A10) north-west from Hobart until you reach New Norfolk. From there, follow the scenic winding roads of B61/B62, keeping an eye out for the turn into Mount Field National Park on your right.
A World of Wonder Awaits in Mount Field National Park. As you wind your way through Mount Field National Park, Tasmania's diverse beauty unfolds before you. Nicknamed "the park for all seasons," it boasts a stunning transformation in elevation. From towering, world-record eucalypt forests to unique alpine vegetation, the landscape is a feast for the senses.
This World Heritage-listed wilderness area is also home to spectacular glaciated landscapes and cascading waterfalls. Start your adventure with a short walk to the breathtaking, three-tiered Russell Falls, considered one of Tasmania's most impressive. Immerse yourself in the towering tree ferns and giant eucalypts along the path.
Continue your exploration by traveling up the road towards Lake Dobson. Here, longer day walks and winter adventures await. Ski the snow-dusted slopes of Mount Mawson in the colder months, or witness a dazzling display of autumn colors as the fagus on the Tarn Shelf transform into a vibrant tapestry of gold, orange, and red.
Mount Field National Park offers something for everyone:
- Accessible walking tracks for visitors with disabilities
- Exciting activities and adventures
- Barbeque areas and picnic spots
- A cafe for refreshments
- Camping facilities
- Visitor center and lookouts
- Opportunities to connect with nature and wildlife
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1 Review on “Horseshoe Falls Walk (1.6km)”
The track was easy to follow and informative signs pointed out cool plants and animals. The falls itself tucked in a hidden amphitheater – stunning and totally worth the short detour from Russell Falls.