The Springs to Pinnacle Loop (8.2km), Wellington Park, Tasmania

The Springs to Pinnacle Loop is a 8.2km, grade 4 hike located in the Wellington Park, Tasmania. The hike should take around 4 hrs to complete.

Length: 8.2km

Duration: 4 hrs

Grade: 4

Style: Return

Start: Pinnacle Road

End: Pinnacle Road

Location: Wellington Park

Closest town: Fern Tree

Tasmania

From state capital: 17.6km

Longitude: 147.236632

Latitude: -42.906647

Hike summary

This high altitude circuit walk provides a great introduction to Tasmania's alpine environment.

Safety

Snowfalls can occur in Wellington Park at any time of the year. The track can be slippery when covered in snow and ice. Rocks may fall from the Organ Pipes. Bring warm, waterproof clothing.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 8235 m
Max elevation: 0 m
Min elevation: 0 m
Total climbing: 0 m
Total descent: 0 m

Download file: greaterhobarttrails-hobart-the-springs-to-pinnacle-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. The track can be slippery when covered in snow and ice. Rocks may fall from the Organ Pipes. Bring warm, waterproof clothing.

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Location

Access Conditions

Large Car Park
Public Toilets
Drinking Water
Picnic Shelter

Getting there

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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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