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Great Short Walks in Southern Tasmania

  • South Cape Bay Bushwalking. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Southern Tasmania offers some of the most breathtaking bushwalking experiences in Australia.

From towering sea cliffs to lush rainforests and alpine plateaus, this region is a paradise for hikers. 

Whether you’re exploring short trails near Hobart or embarking on a multi-day adventure through wilderness reserves, there’s something for everyone. The walks take you through diverse landscapes, home to unique wildlife and rich cultural heritage, making it an unforgettable way to connect with nature and Tasmania’s pristine environment.

Short Walks in Southern Tasmania

Southern Tasmania offers a variety of short walks, perfect for those looking to experience the region’s natural beauty without committing to a full day hike. These walks showcase the area’s diverse landscapes, from coastal cliffs to lush forests.

The 60 Great Short Walks of Tasmania is a fantastic list of walks in Tasmania’s national parks and reserves. These walks are all a day or shorter in length.

Tahune Airwalk, Huon Valley. Image Credit: @darrenwrightphotos
Tahune Airwalk, Huon Valley. Image Credit: @darrenwrightphotos

Huon Valley and the Far South

  • Duckhole Lake – 1.5 hours return, 4.2km return. Grade 2: Suitable for most ages.
  • Hartz Peak – 3-5 hours return, 7.4km, 400m climb in elevation. Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended.
  • Lake Esperance – 2 hours return, 3.4 km return. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • South Cape Bay – 4 hrs return, 15.4km return. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Tahune Airwalk – 50 minutes return, 1.6km. Grade 1: No bushwalking experience required.
Tasman Island. Image Credit: Jason-Charles-Hill
Tasman Island. Image Credit: Jason-Charles-Hill

Tasman Peninsula

  • Bivouac Bay – 4 hours return, 10km return. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Cape Hauy – 4 hours return, 9.4km return. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Cape Raoul – 5 hours return, 14km. Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended.
  • Coal Mines Historic Site – 1-2 hours return, 2km. Grade 2: Suitable for most ages.
  • Waterfall Bay – 1.5 hours return, 3.4km return. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
Mount Nelson Hobart 📷 Darren Wright
Mount Nelson Hobart 📷 Darren Wright

Greater Hobart & D’Entrecasteaux Channel

Lake St Clair
Lake St Clair

Central Highlands

  • Echo Point – 3-4 hours one way, 11km, 20 mins by ferry. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Lake St Clair walks – 45 mins-1.5 hours, 4.7 km circuit. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Mount Rufus – 7 hour circuit, 19km circuit. Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended.
  • Shadow Lake – 4-5 hours circuit, 13km circuit. Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended.
  • Pine Lake Nature Trail – 30 minute return, 800m return. Grade 1: No bushwalking experience required.
Fluted Cape. Image Credit: @dherkin
Fluted Cape. Image Credit: @dherkin

Bruny Island

Mt Field National Park. Image Credit: @awaywithivan
Mt Field National Park. Image Credit: @awaywithivan

Derwent Valley

  • Pandani Grove – 30-40 minute circuit, 1.5km. Grade 2: Suitable for most ages.
  • Russell Falls – 25 minutes return, 1.4km return. Grade 1: No bushwalking experience required.
  • Tall Trees – 30 minutes circuit, 1km circuit. Grade 2: Suitable for most ages.
  • Three Falls Circuit – 2.5 hrs circuit, 6km circuit. Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience is recommended.
  • Twisted Sister Track – 1km loop. 30 minutes. Difficulty: Easy

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Tour Operators in Southern Tasmania:

Eaglehawk Neck, tukana / Tasman Peninsula

In Ritual

In Ritual creates immersive, small-group and one-on-one nature-based experiences on the Tasman Peninsula, combining breathwork and flower essences....
Heritage Highway, Western Junction

Luxury Golf and Scenic Tours Tasmania

Specialising in the wonders of Tasmanian golf courses, Luxury Golf & Scenic Tours Tasmania will take you on a great journey....
lunawuni / Bruny Island, North Bruny

Islander Adventure Co

Islander Adventure Co is a boutique tour operator based on North Bruny Island, offering private sea and land experiences for small groups....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart

Aardvark Adventures Tasmania

Aardvark Adventures Tasmania located in Hobart offer abseiling, caving and white-water rafting tours with qualified instructors....
Guided stargazing with guests using red light to protect night vision.
Sorell, tukana / Tasman Peninsula

Starlit Tasmania – Stargazing Experiences

Starlit Tasmania creates intimate stargazing experiences beneath Tasmania's vast southern skies....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart

Go Dive Tasmania

Go Dive offers diving tours almost anywhere around Tasmania....
Geeveston, Huon Valley

Tahune Adventures – Eagle Hang Gliding

Eagle Hang Gliding is located at the Tahune Forest Airwalk at Geeveston, in Tasmania's south...
Derwent Valley, New Norfolk

Tassie Bound Adventure Tours

Tassie Bound provides unforgettable day kayaking to explore the Derwent Valley and southwest regions of Tasmania...
Derwent Valley, Maydena

Railtrack Riders

The Railtrack Rider is the only tourism product of its type currently operating in Australia. This unique selling point is further enhanced by the...
Derwent Valley, New Norfolk

Derwent Valley Standup Paddleboarding

Standup Paddleboarding on the Derwent River in New Norfolk. SUPing along the calm waters watching the birds and wildlife....
Kingston, nipaluna / Greater Hobart

OSSA Tours

OSSA Tours are a Tasmanian-based tourism business located in the southern Tasmanian region. Specialising in the Chinese market by providing tourism services to visitors....
Bruny Island, lunawuni / Bruny Island

Inala Nature Tours

Inala Nature Tours offers personalised birdwatching and wildlife tours of Bruny Island and Tasmania....
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Discover the Central Highlands

An area teeming with highland lakes, trout, changing Fagus leaves in autumn and snow-capped peaks in winter.

Central Highlands
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