Overland Track
Tasmania’s classic wilderness trek through Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park.
Route overview
The Overland Track is Australia’s most famous multi-day bushwalk. It passes alpine plateaus, lakes, forests and rugged Tasmanian wilderness.
Trail facts
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- Tasmania
- Distance
- 65 km
- Typical duration
- 5–6 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Varies
- Best season
- October–May
- Trail type
- Point-to-point
Safety context
Weather can be cold and wet even in summer. Bookings and park passes are required during the main season.
Highlights
Cradle Mountain, Lake St Clair, alpine wilderness, huts.
Primary source
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