Trail Guides, Gear Reviews, and Backpacking Tips
This is the gear list from my recent traverse of southwest Tasmania’s Arthur Range. Driving rain, high winds and temps just above freezing (dipping below at night) were the order of the day. In regards to possible tweaks I would Read More …
Distance: 42 miles (68 km) Time: 5 days Note: The time needed to do this hike can vary dramatically depending on the conditions, as well as the fitness and experience of the hiker. As a general reference, John Chapman, in Read More …
Distance: 18.6 miles (30 km) Average Time: 1 or 2 days Difficulty: Easy Start / Finish: Walking Tracks car park, 4km past Coles Bay. Click here for public transport options to Coles Bay. There are regular shuttle buses from Coles Read More …
Distance: 40.4 miles (65 km) Average Time: 4 or 5 days (add on an extra day or two for side trips) Difficulty: Moderate Start / Finish: Cradle Valley – Cynthia Bay See the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service website for Read More …
Distance: 80 km (49.7 mi) Average Time: 4 or 5 days Difficulty: Moderate Start / Finish: Cockle Creek – Melaleuca There is no public transport to Cockle Creek. It is possible to take a bus from Hobart to the town Read More …