Where does the overland track start and end?

Where does the overland track start and end?

Beginning at the iconic Cradle Mountain and ending at Australia’s deepest lake – Lake St Clair, this 65 kilometre, six-day trek takes you through the heart of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, part of the magnificent Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

Where does the overland track finish?

Lake St Clair
The Overland Track is located in Tasmania’s Wilderness World Heritage Area. During the booking season (1 October to 31 May) the Overland Track is walked from north to south, starting at Cradle Mountain and finishing at Lake St Clair. Outside the booking season, the track can be walked in either direction.

How much does it cost to walk Overland Track?

Overland Track Pass Fees 2021-22 (incl. GST)

Adults $200
Children (17 and under) – PWS do not recommend the Overland Track for children under 8 $160
Concession applies to current Australian Government issued Seniors Card, Pensioner Concession Card & Health Care Card $160

Can you do the Overland Track on your own?

Whilst walking the Overland Track, you’re on your own. You have two options for accommodation – camping or sleeping in simple communal huts. There are 7 main huts along the trail for you to choose from.

How many people walk the Overland Track each year?

nine thousand people
The Overland Track is an Australian bushwalking track, traversing Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. It’s walked by more than nine thousand people each year, with numbers limited in the warmer months.

Can you walk the Overland Track in winter?

The Overland Track is Free in Winter – But There’s a Good Reason Why. The Overland Track is free from the 1st of June to the 30th of September.

How many people walk the Overland Track?

The Overland Track is an Australian bushwalking track, traversing Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. It’s walked by more than nine thousand people each year, with numbers limited in the warmer months.

Are there snakes in Overland Track?

There are three types of snakes in Tasmania and two of them live along the Overland Track: tiger snakes and white-lipped snakes. They are both poisonous but bites can be treated with the same anti-venom.

Is the Overland Track worth it?

We had a wild time on our full-day tour, which was pretty steep at $245 per person, but definitely worth it. The tour also leaves right from the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre, which is convenient if you’re looking for something to do the day before your Overland Track walk.

Is there drinking water on the Overland Track?

Tasmania prides itself on clean pure water and most of the water along the track is safe to drink without purifying. Fresh rainwater tanks supplied by Parks and Wildlife can be found at each of the campsites, and you can also fill up your water bottle at many of the springs along the way.

How cold does Overland Track get?

Temperatures along the Overland Track The area has an average maximum temperature of 18 degrees Celsius in Summer and 7 degrees Celsius in Winter. Evenings can be especially cold during winter and it is not uncommon for temperatures to dip into the minus overnight during the cold winter months.

What is the Overland Track in Tasmania?

Celebrated as Tasmania’s premier wilderness walk, the world-famous Overland Track is a magnificent 65km alpine walk within the Wilderness World Heritage Area listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

How do I get to Cradle Mountain overland?

After signing in at the Cradle Mountain Visitors Centre and getting the shuttle bus to Ronny Creek, the Overland Track begins with a gentle climb through rich subalpine forests towards Crater Lake. From here, postcard-perfect scenes of the Cradle Mountain area are seen with Fagus laden branches guiding your way along the track.

Where is Cradle Mountain and Lake St Clair?

The Overland Track, marked in red, with Cradle Mountain in the north and Lake St Clair in the south. The Overland Track is an Australian bushwalking track, traversing Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

What are the best side tracks to do in Tasmania?

There are several well known side tracks, including walks to the summits of Cradle Mountain and Mount Ossa, the tallest mountain in Tasmania and a group of tarns called The Labyrinth. Known for its pristine environment and beauty, the Overland Track is listed by Lonely Planet as one of the best treks in the world.