Marriotts Falls (4.6km), Marriotts Falls State Reserve, Tasmania

Marriotts Falls is a 4.6km, grade 2 hike located in the Marriotts Falls State Reserve, Tasmania. The hike should take around 1.5 hrs to complete.

Length: 4.6km

Duration: 1.5 hrs

Grade: 2

Style: Return

Start: Marriotts Falls Track Carpark

End: Marriotts Falls Track Carpark

Location: Marriotts Falls State Reserve

Closest town: Tyenna

Tasmania

From state capital: 84km

Longitude: 146.6632903

Latitude: -42.72786669

Hike summary

Far lesser known than the nearby Russell Falls, the Marriott Falls are arguably as spectacular as the Russell Falls. If you are in the area these falls certainly are worth the time to visit.

The trail follows the river Tyenna River initially, and then turns to head towards the falls. The trail then heads through a clearing into the bush to reach the falls. Do take care to take note of the markers. The area of the falls has a number of fallen logs that need to be scrambled over so do take care. Onve you have viewed the falls then return via the same route.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 4636 m
Max elevation: 317 m
Min elevation: 214 m
Total climbing: 195 m
Total descent: -196 m

Download file: Marriotts Falls Track.gpx

Tips

Hiking poles will be beneficial as the trail has steep sections and is very muddy in many sections. Plus make sure you have good sturdy footwear for the same reason.
Bring your camera as the falls and the area is highly scenic.

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Location

Getting there

From Hobart, take National Highway 1, Lyell Hwy/A10, B62 and Gordon River Rd/B61 to Tyenna Rd in Tyenna. Continue on this to reach the falls, keep a look out for the signs as it is marked.

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About the region

Marriotts Falls State Reserve is positioned just outside the southern reach of the Mount Field National Park near Tyenna in Tasmania.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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