Tasmanian Trail

The Tasmanian Trail experience aims to reach audiences not catered for in national parks or other reserves (potentially easing the pressure on these areas). It often passes through small towns, allowing travellers to use as little or as much of the Trail as they like and to take advantage of more upmarket accommodation. It offers a variety of experiences for all -- from the most enthusiastic long-distance traveller seeking a challenge to those interested in a shorter, more relaxing excursion.

The route (shown on this map) is designed for those who enjoy soft adventure rather than hardened wilderness seekers. The experience provided by the Trail is recreational, cultural, historical and nature based.

Fire Warning: Users of the Tasmanian Trail should note that warm weather may result in fires in close proximity to the Trail. You are advised to obtain information on the current situation by visiting the following website www.fire.tas.gov.au

The Tasmanian Trail is a long distance multi-purpose recreational trail extending from Devonport on the northern coast of Tasmania to Dover in the south. It has a length of 480 kilometres.

From its conception it was intended for use by walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders. Therefore
it differs from other trails that have usually started as walking tracks and are therefore restricted
in use.

The trail links up existing forestry roads and fire trails, country roads and occasionally crosses private land. Up to 90% of the Trail is on some form of made road or track.

It passes through a wide range of environments including some of the most beautiful and fascinating areas of Tasmania. Through forests and farmlands, across highland plateaus and past the buildings and bridges of some of Australia's oldest towns, the Tasmanian Trail provides a journey rich in cultural and natural heritage.

The Guidebook is now available as a digital file from the Tasmanian Trail Association Inc.

Buy the pdf product for $17.00 and receive updates and amendments as they occur - this service is included with the price of the Guidebook until the next full edition is available in December 2011.

URGENT UPDATES

BUSH FIRE (3.2.2010)
A large bush fire has burnt out parts of the Tasmanian Trail in Stage 11A (Ouse to Jones River) and the area should be avoided until the area is made safe and the Trail remarked.

In the meantime users should
bypass the area by travelling south from Ouse along the Lyell Highway for 7 kilometres before turning off right into the Ellendale Road and picking up the Trail again 6.5 kilometres on by turning left into Jones River Road (point 22.1 in the guidebook).
If travelling on the Trail during the first two weeks of February 2010 make enquires at Ouse before proceeding south.

FALLEN TREE (2.2.2010)
The section of the Tasmanian Trail from Blackwood Creek to the top
of the Western Tiers is currently blocked and totally unpassable due to a fallen tree situated before the caves. There may be other trees down in the area.

Users should be aware that given fires in the general area, Forestry Tasmania workers may not be able to clear the fallen tree for some time.

We trust you will understand the situation and keep checking our website for a further update on the situation.