Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Tasmania
Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park is located in the Central Highlands of Tasmania, the island state of Australia. This park has two main attractions - Cradle Mountain making up the north of the park, with Lake Saint Clair in the south.
Gustav Weindorfer first visited Cradle Mountain in 1910 and really liked it. He purchased some land and built by 1912 a chalet for guests. In 1935 the Overland 80 km track was created and rangers guided tours along it.
Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park has many mountains and spectacular lakes. Mountains which have made this national park famous include Cradle Mountain. Dove Lake and Lake Saint Clair are truly breathtaking. There are many short walks to walk and some long walks. Each of these walks is a fascinating experience.
Padmelons, Bennett's wallabies, wombats and possums are some of the animals you will meet in this park. Watch out for the Currawongs (the look like ravens), who have learnt to unzip packs. Even if they can't get to your food, they can peck holes in things through your pack. Feeding animals is strictly prohibited in Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park. Fines will be imposed if you are caught feeding animals. Park rangers are patrolling the park. Do not risk getting fined. Fines will be in large amounts.
The climate here in Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park is Very unpredictable and can change extremely rapidly. In this part of Tasmania, it rains 9 out of 10 days a year, so fully equip yourself with gear for wet weather. The temperature is always colder than other parts of Tasmania, although it is not far south. Precipitation here is high because of the large number of trees. It could be raining for 5 minutes, and then it is suddenly sunny. Rain here is very light, like little flakes of water. Bring a raincoat instead of an umbrella, because it is extremely windy and you do not want to risk spoiling your brolly. Get ready for freak weather - including snow in summer.
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Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park
During the Escape2 Adventure, Julia and I managed to fit in a hike up Cradle Mountain, and despite rough weather predictions were amazed to enjoy one of the most calm, sunny and picturesque days hiking around the lake and up almost to the peak, although dangerous snow prevented us from attempting the last section to the summit.
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Cradle Mountain Huts Walk - Tourism Tasmania - Walking Tours Australia
Cradle Mountain's beauty, peace & exhilaration are yours to discover on this accommodated three day walking holiday. Carrying just a day pack, explore the highlights of the parks impressive mountainous terrain, temperate forests & unique flora and fauna - a World Heritage Wilderness area. During this ideal short escape along the famous OVERLAND TRACK there is the opportunity to climb CRADLE MOUNTAIN to marvel at the 360-degree panoramic views of Tasmania's highest mountains and surrounding wilderness area from its summit. At the end of each day you are treated to warm hospitality in our comfortable and exclusive cabins as our expert guides prepare delicious meals to re-energize you for the next day's activity. The evenings are for you to relax at the cabins, wonder at the local environment and enjoy reminiscing about the day's events. Video Credit Tourism Tasmania.
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This video will help those who want to hike in the Cradle Mountain National Park in Tasmania and are wondering which trails are worth it and will match their abilities. Regardless of which one you choose, you can't go wrong because the scenery is so beautiful.
Cradle Mountain - Tasmania
Cradle Mountain is a mountain in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Tasmania, Australia. Rising to 1,545 metres above sea level, it is one of the principal tourist sites in Tasmania, owing to its natural beauty.
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A Cradle Mountain Hike around the Dove Lake Circuit | One of Tasmania's Best Walks!
Enjoying a freezing cold, rainy, windy hike on the Dove Lake Circuit at Cradle Mountain, Tasmania! Despite the weather, the scenery blew us away and we highly recommend you take the time to enjoy some of the walks around the Cradle Mountain Lake St.Clair National Park.
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