Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park lies in Tasmania, Australia, and is the island state's premier wilderness area. Many visitors know it simply as Cradle Mountain, the peak that gives the park much of its character. The park is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, and its address is Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, TAS 7306.
What you will see
The landscape moves through several worlds in a short distance. Ancient rainforests give way to open alpine country, and along the way there are pristine lakes, including Lake St Clair, which gives the park its second name. The variety makes the park a rewarding place for anyone who enjoys walking through changing scenery and watching the light shift across mountains and water.
What kind of visit it suits
This is a place for slow, unhurried time outdoors. Its wilderness character means the experience centres on the natural setting rather than on built attractions, so a visit tends to suit people who want to be among forests, peaks and lakes.
- Walkers who enjoy rainforest tracks and alpine ground
- Photographers drawn to mountains, water and ancient trees
- Travellers seeking quiet, wild country within Tasmania
Planning your trip
For questions about the park before you go, you can call the park office on +61 3 6492 1110. Because the area is wilderness, it is worth checking conditions and bringing suitable clothing, since the alpine weather can change quickly. The park is a natural base for exploring the wider Tasmanian landscape, and the surrounding region offers further places to stay and eat once your time in the mountains is done.