List of Bushwalks in Kingborough

Starting from the car park off Adventure Bay Road, Adventure Bay, this walk takes you to Grass Point. The walk to Grass Point follows an easy trail along the coastline, offering excellent views of Adventure Bay, Penguin Island and Cape Queen Elizabeth. The trail is fairly flat and well signed, with several information boards along the way, and is suitable for families and less experienced walkers. Grass Point is a former whaling station, and there are visible remains of structures associated with the old whaling industry. Southern Right Whales and Orcas can occasionally be spotted during migration months along this section of the coast. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Highlights

Grass Point

4 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Environment

Ferry

Fern Tree to Neika via Pipeline Track

Fern Tree to Neika via Pipeline Track

4.6 km oneway

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

4.6 km

Oneway

Walk

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Starting from Fern Tree Park off Huon Road, Fern Tree, this track takes you to Neika via the Pipeline Track. Many locals use this relatively flat and shaded track to travel between the two locations as it is much less boring than the concrete path. Tall tree ferns, refreshing creek crossings and historic places like the Fern Tree Bower along the way make this journey quite worthwhile. The historic picnic site (Fern Tree Bower) used to be quite popular, and you can read all about it from the interpretive signs. Another point of interest you'll pass by is the Wishing Well. Make a wish if you feel like it. Come springtime and you can see heaps of wildflowers, including rhododendrons. Dogs are allowed on leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Pets

Environment

Starting from the car park off Adventure Bay Road, Adventure Bay, this walk takes you past Grass Point and Fluted Cape. Experience Bruny Island's unique environment on this scenic walk that takes in white sand beaches, clear waters, coastal cliffs and abundant wildlife. The trail follows the rocky coastline, passing through blue gums, white peppermints and she-oaks, with breathtaking coastal views from the dolerite clifftops. Southern Right Whales and Orcas can occasionally be spotted during migration months. The trail is well signed, with several information boards along the way. The clockwise option is harder at the beginning and easier towards the end. Some sections are steep, rocky and slippery, and it can be windy on top of the cliffs. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Highlights

Fluted Cape Circuit

6.3 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Environment

Ferry

kunanyi / Mount Wellington Circuit via Pinnacle, Zig-Zag and Ice House Tracks

kunanyi / Mount Wellington Circuit via Pinnacle, Zig-Zag and Ice House Tracks

7.4 km circuit

3 h to 4 h

Starting from The Springs picnic area on Pinnacle Road, Wellington Park, this walk takes you on a circuit past Mount Wellington via the Pinnacle, Zig-Zag and Ice House tracks. The walk starts with a steep climb along the Pinnacle and Zig-Zag tracks towards the summit of Mount Wellington, which is often snow-capped and provides an impressive backdrop to the city of Hobart. Once at the summit, you can walk past the broadcast tower to the glass enclosed observatory, which allows you to experience panoramic views while staying sheltered from the weather. There are also many boardwalks which lead to beautiful vantage points around the summit. Continuing the loop, the track crosses the alpine plateau along the South Wellington Track before descending steeply onto the Ice House Track. The track weaves through snow gums and boulder fields, eventually reaching the Milles Track, which leads back to the picnic area. This loop can be walked in either direction. The track is very rocky and the summit is known for sudden weather changes, so sturdy hiking shoes are recommended, as well as warm and waterproof clothing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cafe

Environment

kunanyi / Mount Wellington Circuit via Pinnacle, Organ Pipes and Zig-Zag Tracks

kunanyi / Mount Wellington Circuit via Pinnacle, Organ Pipes and Zig-Zag Tracks

9.6 km circuit

3 h to 4 h

Starting from The Springs picnic area on Pinnacle Road, Wellington Park, this walk takes you on a circuit past Mount Wellington via the Pinnacle, Organ Pipes and Zig-Zag tracks. The walk starts with a steep climb along the well-marked Pinnacle Track, then follows Mount Wellington's contours past the massive dolerite pillars known as the Organ Pipes, one of the mountain's most distinctive features. It eventually reaches the Chalet, then loops around the northern side of the mountain along the Panorama Track and follows Pinnacle Road to the summit. At the summit, there's a glass-enclosed observatory that offers panoramic views and many boardwalks that lead to beautiful vantage points. From there, the loop descends steeply along the Zig-Zag track until it rejoins the Pinnacle Track, which leads back to the picnic area. This loop can be walked in either direction. The track is very rocky and the summit is known for sudden weather changes, so sturdy hiking shoes are recommended, as well as warm and waterproof clothing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cafe

Environment

Cathedral Rock, Montagu Thumbs, Wellington Falls and Siphon Tracks Circuit

Cathedral Rock, Montagu Thumbs, Wellington Falls and Siphon Tracks Circuit

13.2 km circuit

3 h to 5 h 30 min

Starting from the car park near the end of Betts Road in Longley, TAS, this circuit walk is sure to amaze. Summit the Cathedral Rock, cross the ridge and visit the Mount Montagu Summit then relax at the serene Wellington Falls Lookout before descending the steep Siphon Track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Highlights

Waterfall

Environment

Lenah Valley and Pinnacle Circuit

Lenah Valley and Pinnacle Circuit

17 km circuit

6 h 30 min to 10 h

Starting from Lenah Valley Road, Wellington Park, this circuit track takes you to the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, visiting points of interest like New Town Falls and Lone Cabin along the way. Expect a challenging yet equally rewarding journey as you make your way towards the summit. Luckily, you'll have many intriguing spots to take a break. From waterfalls to historic huts and picnic sites, the route is full of options. The summit has splendid views so expansive that you can almost see the shape of the earth. The relaxing sound of water will accompany you on significant parts of your journey as well, adding to the experience. Remember to bring layers as the summit gets windy. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Environment

Starting from Huon Road, Neika, this return walk takes you to Wellington Falls Lookout via the Pipeline and Wellington Falls tracks. You'll be met by fabulous views of the valley as you get closer to the end. Cathedral Rock, Montague Thumbs and many more points of interest can be seen from the lookout. The broad and relatively flat nature of the Pipeline Track makes it suitable for bikes, so most people ride until the end of it and continue the rest of the way on foot. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Highlights

Wellington Falls Lookout

17.2 km return

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Wellington Falls Lookout

17.2 km

Return

Walk

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Waterfall

Environment

Starting from the Jetty Beach Camp Area at the end of Old Jetty Road, South Bruny National Park, this walk circuits the Labillardiere Peninsula via the Luggaboine and Labillardiere Peninsula Circuit tracks. Walking clockwise from the Jetty Beach campground, the trail takes you to the western coastline of the Labillardiere Peninsula. Climb Mount Bleak and deep your toes in the sea at Hopwood Beach before reaching Butlers Beach and finally return back to Jetty Beach. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Highlights

Labillardiere Peninsula

17.5 km circuit

6 h to 8 h

Labillardiere Peninsula

Environment

Ferry