The area is exposed alpine and weather conditions can change quickly.
The Walls of Jerusalem provides an unparalleled adventure for seasoned hikers and, during snowy seasons, cross-country skiers, in a breathtaking mountainous setting that remains largely untouched by contemporary civilization. Starting from the parking area near Lake Rowallan, a trail winds through the sclerophyll forest before leading into the alpine zones of the park at Herods Gate. Further along, the path meanders past Dixons Kingdom and Mount Jerusalem (1,459m). During the summer, water sources might be scarce between the Fish River close to the car park and Solomons Jewels. The stream near Trappers Hut may not always have a steady flow.
At the Damascus Gate saddle, a junction presents a choice of four tracks. One can opt for the paths ascending Solomons Throne (towards the west) or The Temple (towards the east). It is advised not to attempt the ascent of Solomons Throne or the West Wall by any means other than the designated track. Hikers are strongly advised not to stray from the established trails, as a significant portion of the Walls of Jerusalem is preserved as a remote, untamed wilderness area. Anyone venturing into this terrain must possess ample experience and self-sufficiency.
This walk passes by or through Trappers Hut, Fish River, Walls of Jerusalem National Park, Wild Dog Creek, Mount Jerusalem, The Temple, Dixon's Kingdom Hut, Wild Dog Creek commercial camping area, Dixon's Kingdom Hut Camping Area, Solomons Throne - Hells Buttress. While it is feasible to enjoy a lengthy day hike to catch a glimpse of the Walls of Jerusalem, it is recommended to allocate two nights at Wild Dog Creek, allowing ample time to explore the inner Walls.
The estimated walking times provided below offer insights into some of the more popular sections of the trail. They are based on the average time it takes for a moderately fit hiker, carrying a full backpack, to cover the distance (one way) in fair weather conditions. These times factor in brief rests and hydration breaks but do not account for extended halts, detours, or challenging weather circumstances.
- Carpark (off Mersey Forest Rd) to Wild Dog Creek Campsite via Trappers Hut: 2-3 hours one way
- Wild Dog Creek Campsite to Central Walls (Pool of Bethesda): 1 hour one way
- Wild Dog Creek Campsite to Dixons Kingdom: 1 1/2 - 2 hours one way
- Trappers Hut to Lake Adelaide (via Lake Loane): 3 - 4 hours one way
- Walks within the Walls of Jerusalem National Park are challenging.
- The park can experience harsh weather conditions at any time of the year.
- There are limited walker's huts within the park - walkers must carry a tent.
- The summits within the park are quite exposed and should not be attempted in adverse weather.
- Walkers must be fully self-sufficient, well-equipped and experienced.
- Overnight visitors utilising the Recreation Zone Walls Circuit Track area must only camp within the designated sites at Wild Dog Creek, Dixons Kingdom, and Lake Adelaide.
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Total distance: 14115 m
Max elevation: 1446 m
Min elevation: 714 m
Total climbing: 1127 m
Total descent: -404 m
Getting to the trailhead: Walls of Jerusalem National Park.
The boundary of the Walls of Jerusalem National Park is 1km from the road end carpark. Bushwalkers must walk into the park from this carpark located off the gravel Mersey Forest Road near Lake Rowallan. The carpark is reached from Deloraine by following the B12 through Mole Creek and taking Mersey Forest Road (C138 then C171) to Lake Rowallan. A gravel road on the left just after the Fish River leads to the car park. There is no public transport to this area. The park boundary is reached after 30 minutes walking following the track uphill through forest. The track can be wet underfoot. Drive carefully between sunset and sunrise as you will be sharing the road with wildlife. National Parks fees apply.
National Park Passes can be purchased from Visitor Centres in the larger national parks and Service Tasmania Shops. For the full range of passes including Annual and Two Yearly visit any Service Tasmanian Shop (the closest are Sheffield or Deloraine) or a National Park Visitor Centre.
Closest towns to this walk: Bothwell, Deloraine, Hollybank, Miena, Mole Creek, Mount Roland, Oatlands, Ouse, Queenstown, Sheffield, Strahan
Located in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, the Walls of Jerusalem is a wild and inspiring alpine park with a labyrinth of highland lakes, craggy mountains and elegant stands of pure pencil pine forests. Its stunning landscape of precipitous dolerite peaks, moraines and tarns are the result of glaciation.
The constantly changing landscape is as unpredictable as it is beautiful and walkers should come prepared, as the weather can shift from one hour to the next. The unique alpine vegetation and clean, crisp air of this remote highland region is sure to invigorate and inspire those with a sense of adventure.
The Walls of Jerusalem National Park is spectacular and remote high country, sculpted by glaciers thousands of years ago. Today, water remains an ever-present feature in the numerous lakes, tarns and trickling streams.
With no road access to its boundary, this alpine wonderland is for exploring on foot. The most visited part of the park is inside the Central Walls', flanked by towering fluted dolerite peaks. To get there from the carpark, follow the initial steep walking track via Trappers Hut to Wild Dog Creek campsite. From hereon, it is a gently undulating landscape, with dolerite peaks guarding an impossibly beautiful alpine garden. Here the gods have played, dropping generous dollops of lime green onto an olive-grey canvas, finishing with delicate strokes of pink, red, orange, gold and white.
From Wild Dog Creek campsite, the main track passes through Herods Gate into the interior Central Walls, and out through Damascus Gate to the charming historic Dixons Kingdom Hut. Side tracks lead to mountain summits.
This is an ancient and fragile landscape. At altitude, and with such cold temperatures, plants grow slowly and recover more slowly so please stay on the tracks to minimise your impact.
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Plan ahead and hike safely! Carry enough water, pack layers for changing conditions, and bring safety gear like a torch, PLB, and reliable communication device. Check official sources for trail updates, closures, and access requirements, and review local weather and bushfire advice. Most importantly, share your plans with someone before you go. Being prepared makes for a safer and more enjoyable hike! Stay Safe, Explore More, and Always #ExploreSafe.
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9 Reviews on “Walls of Jerusalem: Mount Jerusalem Hike (28km)”
Tegan
Tegan Cant
Thanks 🙂 Trying to decide if we do it when we come over 🙂
Zoe Cant
Yessssss!!!
This looks good Leeanne Carleton Bragai Deasa Andrea Pape ???
Vince Mckillop
We might need 2 weeks to complete…LOL xx
Why thankyou ?
Yes!!!!!
Yeah maybe not Angela Skehan
Yes please!! ?
Yeah for sure!!
Yes, in a heartbeat. Want to do winter? (From my winter trip there)
Yes. One for the list. Very beautiful
Steve Lewis this one for us and kids? Nice one!
Simon Skerman 2 days may be a bit more achievable than 3 weeks ?
Sascha…add it to your list!
Seb Desvilles
Rachael Armstrong ? I can’t wait!!???
Sam Bc so jealous!
Steph Auston add to the list
Sheree McKenzie, on my bucket list!
Maree Davis – keen?
Margaret Scott
Next time you’re in Tassie you should say hello to my brothers!
Philipp Hammes
Martin can we do this one too please?
Omg I did this when I was 16 .. when you go Sheree McKenzie I’m in!!?
Martin we should go here.
Mitchell Amy Rachael
Nicola Richardson
Love this, but scared to go back after the fires killed some beautiful stands of Tassie pines. Working for Tas.Exped. in the 90’s we regularly had quolls entertain the clients as we sat around camp. Quiet swims in warm shallow lakes was welcome respite to summer heat. Lastly the walk to DuCane hut via the low route passes through the Never Never – a surreal valley of Beech forest where it feels like you’re in another world
Oxfam reunion? David Day Alisha Mackrell Bernadette Jansen Jess Nowell Erinn Marr and anyone else that wants to join? Let’s get a date in the diary x
Kate Harvey – another fun one
Kerrianne Badcock do the OLT with Daniel if you like ? itll be a while before im ready to do that
Kerrianne Badcock doing cradle summit 7th or 8th December if you are keen also. Depends on weather what day we go
Kerrianne Badcock how many days are you going for?
Kerrianne Badcock oh nice. You getting right into this hiking thing then. We are doing the OLT in April if you are keen.
Kerrianne Badcock without me!!
Kristoffer Oskar Kastoft
Kristy Hope Arvajone for your bucket list
Kyle Hendry fancy a hike?
Kylie Alexina looks amazing.!
Lauren Christian
Lea Audrey Hardy
Leah Smeaton add to the list
Leah Uncle
Leah Uncle will you be back in jan?
Leo van Alphen agree
Let’s do it!
Let’s do it!! Sounds great ?
Looks beautiful! Id be keen for that ¸
Emma Chapman….bucket list!
Erin Louise
Exceptional idea Sacha – magnificent area
Jessica Raslan
DrewKilah – first family holiday?
Francis Best very keen do to this one
Ella Amelie
Joelle Barallon
Caitlin Smith Nicola Smith lets start planning trip 2 before we even embark on trip 1 ?
David McCarthy ?
Diedree Manson maybe this hike ??
Caleigh Hoiland
Caroline Kruger is this anywhere near you?
Carolyn Bennett mine too!
Carrie Eastley ?
Chelsea Downer It’s a hard slog till you get to top. Look at walk to top of cradle with mountains lakes and waterfalls also overnight huts.
Christine Sheehan
Closer than cradle. It starts just out of Mole Creek.
Courtney Hoxha Cole we should do this one day
Daniel McGlone awh that sounds awesome it’s my birthday that weekend would have been an great bday present to me!! I wish I didn’t have other stuff on!!? probably a good thing I do I don’t reckon I’m as fit as u two I’d slow ya down!!
Daniel McGlone lol yeah love it!! overland track is on bucket list!!? Rachael Armstrong
Daniel McGlone staying 2 nights
David Scallion… weekend escape?
Derek
Did say we wanted to do that ??
Done
Donna Campbell
Drew Kilah its pretty though!!
So beautiful
Jess Robertson Maz DV
Prachtig!
Ingrid Paarlberg
Kat let’s!
Peta Claire
Tania Cake we should do this one over a long weekend??
Richard dad-daughter adventure?!
Gemma Romiti
Reto
Kate Bennett Juls Cat for October/November next year ?
It was the best hike we ever did, although the weather can be challenging
Gary Singh