What we love about the Lake St Clair Discovery walk.
The location is breathtakingly beautiful and is halfway between Strahan and Hobart, being a great spot to stop and stretch the legs if planning a short visit or stay longer in one of the many local communities in the area.
The walk includes some cultural elements, discussion about native flora and fauna.
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Location
Lake St Clair
Duration
Half-Day (4 hrs)
Distance
5 Kms
Grade
Easy • Family Friendly
About the Walk
Embark on a half-day wilderness adventure through the stunning landscapes surrounding Lake St Clair, the deepest freshwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Known as Leeawulena, or “Sleeping Waters,” to the Tasmanian Aborigines, this pristine environment offers a remarkable journey through Tasmania’s native vegetation — from banksias and buttongrass to tea tree thickets, waratahs, ancient rainforest ferns, and towering eucalypts.
The walk includes some cultural elements, discussion about native flora and fauna.
Itinerary
The tour departs from the Lake St Clair Visitor Centre at 10:30am, with transfers available from Miena, Bronte Park, and Derwent Bridge from 9:30am.
Following a brief safety briefing at the trailhead, the walk begins, featuring the Larmairrenemer Tabelti Cultural Walk and stops at Watersmeet and Platypus Bay.
The tour concludes at 2:30pm, returning to the Lake St Clair Visitor Centre, with transfers back to Miena arriving by 3:30pm.
Grade
We welcome groups and individuals of all ages — from eight to eighty-eight — whether you’re fit and adventurous or prefer a gentler pace. This is your experience, and we tailor the effort to suit your needs.
The walk is generally considered easy, but conditions can be affected by the weather, so appropriate clothing and footwear are essential.
Tour Details
WHAT TO BRING
– Good walking boots and socks
– A waterproof jacket
– Sunhat
WE WILL SUPPLY
– Water bottle (if needed)
– Light Tasmanian gourmet lunch
– Hot drinks
– Gaiters for those that would like to wear them
Not sure what’s right for you?
Let’s chat — or drop us an email anytime! We’ll help you plan your perfect Tasmanian adventure.