The Lovers Falls Paddle and Hike is a rewarding short adventure that combines a gentle paddle with an easy riverside walk, offering access to one of the Pieman River’s most secluded waterfalls. The journey begins at the Corrina boat ramp, following the calm, dark waters of the river downstream to a small landing near a wooden boardwalk on the northern bank. From here, it is a simple walk of around 200 metres to reach the viewing area at Lovers Falls.
Lovers Falls drops roughly 40 metres through dense rainforest, tucked away within the Arthur Pieman Conservation Area in Tasmania’s remote west. Its isolation is part of the appeal, as the falls are only accessible via the river, giving the visit a sense of quiet discovery. Even on still days, the surrounding forest feels alive with birdsong and the soft movement of water through the ferns.
Access to the falls requires either hiring a kayak or joining a guided boat cruise from Corrina Wilderness Village. The paddle from the camping area is straightforward and suitable for most people with basic kayaking experience, making it an approachable outing rather than a demanding one. The return trip does require a bit more effort, so it pays to pace yourself and allow time to enjoy the surroundings.
On arrival, a timber staircase leads gently up from the river and offers a great opportunity for photos before continuing along a fern lined boardwalk toward the base of the falls. Flow levels vary with the seasons, and during summer the waterfall can be little more than a fine stream, but the setting remains special regardless. Even with minimal water, the combination of rainforest, river and quiet isolation makes Lovers Falls a memorable destination and a highlight of the Pieman River.
SS Croydon shipwreck
Deep within the takayna / Tarkine wilderness on Tasmania’s west coast, the SS Croydon lies in an unexpected setting, far from the open sea. If you are kayaking or cruising along the Pieman River from Corinna, often en route to Lover Falls, a short detour into the Savage River brings you to Australia’s furthest inland shipwreck. The small steamship sank in 1919 after taking on water while loading timber, and today its remains rest quietly in the river, partly visible in the right conditions and offering a subtle reminder of the region’s working past.
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: 8393 m
Max elevation: 90 m
Min elevation: 4 m
Total climbing: 441 m
Total descent: -441 m
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Getting to the trailhead: Pieman River State Reserve.
Access to Lovers Falls begins by driving to Corinna in Tasmania’s west. From the Murchison Highway A10, turn onto the Waratah Road B23 and follow it through to Savage River, where it becomes Corinna Road C247. Continue along this road until you reach Corinna and the Corrina Wilderness Village. Driving conditions can be remote and wildlife is common, so it is best to avoid travelling at night and to take care on the road.
The falls themselves are not accessible by road. From Corinna, you will need to hire a kayak or book a guided boat cruise through the Corrina Wilderness Village to travel along the Pieman River to the landing point near Lovers Falls.
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Nearby towns: Corinna, Rosebery, Sheffield, Tullah, Waratah, Zeehan
The Pieman River region is a wild, mist-shrouded frontier on Tasmania’s West Coast, where the temperate rainforest meets the Southern Ocean. Known to the local Aboriginal people as Corinna, this area serves as a gateway to the Tarkine (takayna)—one of the largest cool-temperate rainforests in the world. The region is defined by its deep, tea-colored waters, stained by button-grass tannins, and the ancient forests of Huon Pine, Myrtle, and Sassafras that crowd the riverbanks, some of which have stood for thousands of years.
Hiking in this region offers a rare glimpse into a landscape that has remained largely unchanged for millennia. The air here is among the cleanest in the world, carried by the "Roaring Forties" across thousands of kilometers of open ocean. Whether you are trekking the rugged coastal headlands of the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area or navigating the lush, fern-laden inland tracks, the terrain is characterized by its dramatic beauty and its "edge of the world" atmosphere.
Historically, the region was a bustling hub during the 19th-century gold rush, and remnants of this mining and timber-felling past still haunt the landscape. Today, the focus has shifted from extraction to preservation. The Pieman River acts as a natural corridor for diverse wildlife, including the elusive platypus, white-bellied sea eagles, and the iconic Tasmanian devil. To hike here is to step into a prehistoric world, where the silence of the forest is broken only by the rush of the river and the calls of endemic birds.
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