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Cradle Mountain, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

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One of Tasmania's most visited natural attractions and home to the famous Tasmanian devil, Cradle Mountain draws tourists with its beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife. The mountain is situated within a national park that encompasses rugged peaks, grasslands, alpine heaths, ancient rainforests, and glacial lakes. Start your hike to the summit from the Dove Lake early in the morning. The climb is long and can be difficult for inexperienced (or out of shape) tourists. When you reach the peak, your effort will be awarded with memorable views over Tasmanian wilderness. Put Cradle Mountain and other Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park attractions into our Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park trip itinerary builder tool, and watch your holiday take shape.
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Tours to Cradle Mountain

FROM $108 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cradle Mountain Active Day Trip from Launceston
4.6
Duration: 11 hours
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FROM $113 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Launceston Including Lunch
4.5
Duration: 10 hours
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FROM $324 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Tasmania Combo: Hobart to Launceston Active Tour Including Port Arthur, Freycinet National Park and Cradle Mountain
4.8
Duration: 3 days
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  • By 815lukeh
    Hiked to the peak of Cradle Mountain withy wife from Roony Creek. It was a great hike and we loved the view. The hike up the the peak is quite difficult however doable with a good level of fitness...  more »
  • By TWal1
    We had unbelievable weather during our weekend at Cradle Mountain. We clear skies and warm weather, we were able to explore the popular walks and admire the natural beauty of the environment. There...  more »
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  • By Colin Tyre
    Absolutely magnificent. I can't wait to go back to see the mountains under full snow. But the scenery during summer is amazing. Every where you walk is an explosion of nature at its best👍
  • By George Littlechild
    Amazing
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Popular things to do in Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

Dove Lake Circuit
World heritage site
Dove Lake Circuit
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Devils @ Cradle ©
Wildlife Area
Devils @ Cradle
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Cradle Mountain Canyons ©
Nature / Wildlife Tour
Cradle Mountain Canyons
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Marion's Lookout Walk ©
Hiking Trail
Marion's Lookout Walk
5.0
Duration: 4 hours

Hidden gems in Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

The Overland Track ©
Hiking Trail
The Overland Track
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Crater Lake Circuit ©
Hiking Trail
Crater Lake Circuit
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Pencil Pine Falls and Knyvet Falls
Waterfall
Pencil Pine Falls and Knyvet Falls
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Barn Bluff ©
Mountain
Barn Bluff
4.5
Duration: 4 hours

Side trips from Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

Pine Lake ©
Park
Pine Lake
Tasmania
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Gordon River ©
Water Body
Gordon River
Tasmania
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Great Western Mountains
Valley
Great Western Mountains
Tasmania
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Heritage Highway
Scenic Drive
Heritage Highway
Tasmania
4.0
Duration: 2 hours

Nearby attractions in Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre ©
Visitor Center
Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre
3.7
Duration: 30 minutes
McDermott's Coaches
Hiking / Camping Tour
McDermott's Coaches
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Cradle Country Adventures ©
Horseback Riding Tour
Cradle Country Adventures
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Lake St Clair Park Center ©
Visitor Center
Lake St Clair Park Center
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Trails in Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

Shadow Lake Circuit Walk ©
Hiking Trail
Shadow Lake Circuit Walk
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
Larmairremener tabelti
Hiking Trail
Larmairremener tabelti
3.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Nature in Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

Lake St. Clair ©
World heritage site
Lake St. Clair
4.3
Duration: 2 hours

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