Pinnacle to Zig Zag Track Lookout Loop is a 1.4km, grade 2 hike located in the Wellington Park, Tasmania. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.

Length: 1.4km

Duration: 45 mins

Grade: 2

Style: Return

Start: 200 Pinnacle Road

End: 200 Pinnacle Road

Location: Wellington Park

Closest town: Wellington Park

Tasmania

From state capital: 23.9km

Longitude: 147.236235

Latitude: -42.897177

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Hike overview

This short walk from the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington across the plateau to a lookout will reward you with great views and a taste of Tasmania's alpine environment.

Safety

Snowfalls can occur in Wellington Park at any time of the year so ensure to bring plenty of warm, waterproof clothing. Sections of this route can be slippery when covered in snow and ice.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 1395 m
Max elevation: 0 m
Min elevation: 0 m
Total climbing: 0 m
Total descent: 0 m

Download file: greaterhobarttrails-hobart-pinnacle-to-zig-zag-track-lookout-loop.gpx

For more information on this trail, visit Greater Hobart Trails

Tips

Snowfalls can occur in Wellington Park at any time of the year so ensure to bring plenty of warm, waterproof clothing. Sections of this route can be slippery when covered in snow and ice.

Getting there

Either drive your car to the Pinnacle of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, or if you are feeling energetic, walk to the Pinnacle from Lenah Valley, Hobart or Fern Tree.

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