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Mount Field National Park

📍 66 Lake Dobson Rd, Mount Field TAS 7140, Australia
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Quick Facts

Location
Australia, Hobart
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
Half day
Address
66 Lake Dobson Rd, Mount Field TAS 7140, Australia
Coordinates
-42.7460, 146.7080

Introduction

Mount Field National Park lies about an hour north-west of Hobart and is Tasmania's oldest national park, known for waterfalls, giant trees and alpine lakes. In the lower park, Russell Falls drops in three broad tiers and is the best-known sight; the Three Falls Circuit continues to Horseshoe Falls and Lady Barron Falls on easy tracks through fern and moss rainforest. Higher up, the Tall Trees Walk leads into a stand of swamp gum — the tallest flowering plants on earth. Continuing along Lake Dobson Road reaches the alpine lakes, which often hold snow in winter and offer one of the most accessible alpine environments in the state.

✨ Highlights

01
Russell Falls
A broad three-tiered fall and the park's signature sight, reached by an easy, family-friendly track.
02
Three Falls Circuit
Links Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls and Lady Barron Falls through fern and moss rainforest in about two hours.
03
Tall Trees Walk and swamp gum
Walk among swamp gums, the tallest flowering plants on earth, and grasp the scale of these giants.
04
The alpine lakes
Lake Dobson Road climbs to alpine lakes — snow in winter, meadows in summer, a sharp contrast to the rainforest below.

🛈 Practical Info

→Time needed：Half a day for the falls; a full day including the alpine lakes
→Best season：Year-round; snow on the plateau in winter, best water flow and meadows in summer
→Gear：Rainforest tracks are wet and slippery — wear grippy shoes and a waterproof jacket; dress warmly for the alpine section in winter
→Ticket Information：A national park pass is required (charged per vehicle or per person)
→Transportation：About 1 hour 15 minutes' drive from Hobart; no regular public transport

💡 Tips

• A park pass is required — buy it at the visitor centre.
• Rainforest tracks are wet year-round; wear grippy shoes and watch for roots.
• The road up to the alpine lakes can hold snow or ice in winter — check conditions first.
• Early morning and after rain give the strongest flow and the fewest people.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Mount Field National Park?

A national park pass is required (charged per vehicle or per person)

Any practical tips for visiting Mount Field National Park?

A park pass is required — buy it at the visitor centre. Rainforest tracks are wet year-round; wear grippy shoes and watch for roots.

How long should I spend at Mount Field National Park?

A typical visit takes Half day.