Trail Fast Facts
Organ Pipes Circuit is a 9.5km, grade 4 hike in Wellington Park, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 3.5 hours to complete.
Hike Overview
The Organ Pipes Circuit is a 9.5km, grade 4 hike in Wellington Park, Tasmania, typically taking around 3.5 hours to complete.
This loop trail offers a wonderfully diverse experience, featuring historic huts, intriguing geological formations, and a variety of vegetation.
Starting from The Springs, the trail contours around the slopes of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, passing by Sphinx Rock with its prominent sandstone lookout platform. As you continue, you'll encounter Rock, Lone, and Junction Cabins before making an uphill climb toward The Chalet. On your left, you'll see Crocodile Rock, another aptly named sandstone formation. For those hiking with children, consider turning back at The Chalet.
From The Chalet, the track skirts the base of the spectacular Organ Pipes, a series of soaring dolerite columns popular with rock climbers. In early summer, the trail is brightened by vibrant red waratah flowers. A steady downhill gradient then leads you back to The Springs, completing the loop.
Track Grade
Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
Tips
- Snowfalls can occur in Wellington Park at any time of the year so ensure to bring plenty of warm, waterproof clothing and sufficient water and food for the journey.
- Sections of this route can be slippery when covered in snow and ice.
- Rocks may fall from the Organ Pipes.
- Dogs are prohibited from walking the entire length of this track.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 1022 m
Min elevation: 624 m
Total climbing: 582 m
Total descent: -584 m
For more information on this trail, visit Greater Hobart Trails
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