The Springs to Lenah Valley is a 7.2 km, grade 4 hike in Lenah Valley, Tasmania, typically taking around 3.5 hours to complete.
This downhill walk offers a variety of attractions, including three historic huts, a lookout, and a waterfall. It's a great year-round family walk and is also suitable for those looking to bushwalk with their dogs (on a lead, of course).
Starting at The Springs, the Lenah Valley Track contours around the slope to Sphinx Rock, a sandstone platform that offers spectacular views of the Organ Pipes, Hobart, and the Derwent estuary. The route then passes three stone cabins, highlighting kunanyi / Mount Wellington’s rich history as a popular bushwalking destination. New Town Falls, though small, is an attractive spot to pause before completing the final part of the walk.
This is a one way hike so a car shuffle will be required. Alternatively, you can retrace your steps to make this a full day 14.4km hike.
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.
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.
Total distance: 7254 m
Max elevation: 748 m
Min elevation: 253 m
Total climbing: 140 m
Total descent: -583 m
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Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: Wellington Park.
Drive your car to The Springs in Wellington Park to the start of the walk.
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Accommodation nearby
Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.
Nearby towns: Bellerive, Blackmans Bay, Bridgewater, Brighton, Claremont, Derwent Park, Fern Tree, Glenorchy, Hobart, Kingston, Mount Wellington, Sorell, South Hobart, Taroona
About the region
Lenah Valley is a suburb of Hobart, Tasmania. It is situated in the foothills of Mount Wellington, north of the CBD between Mount Stuart, New Town and the City of Glenorchy. Lenah Valley was originally known as Kangaroo Bottom, later Kangaroo Valley. Lenah is the native Aboriginal word for kangaroo.
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