Lake oberon sits at an elevation of about 800m in the western arthur range of tasmania. The arthur range is a mountain range in the south west wilderness, located in southwest tasmania, australia. Tasmap eshop buy tasmanian maps online western arthur 1. How to survive western arthurs the hard way theres no other. The length of the range is not particularly impressive. Between junction creek and the old shelter site the track is very muddy then drops to sizable creek and eventually to a boardwalk replaced 2008 followed by a small section of drained track then back to a muddy track, although some parts are on harder quartz and not so bad. Easily find directions to western arthurs traverse in southwest, tas 7001 using whereis.
Travel guide to touristic destinations, museums and architecture in tasmania. Named after the duke of wellingtons victory at the battle. During my most recent visit in 2016, the entire arthur range represented the final stage of what was a 24day traverse of tasmania s southwest wilderness at a glance. West coast the west coast is the gateway to tasmanias wilderness world heritage area, one of australias last true wilderness frontiers. Shes a small range at only 15km long, but with 22 glaciated peaks, towering cliffs, over 30 hanging lakes, and volatile antarctic winds she packs a solid punch, and is generally regarded among the initiated to be the most. We walk the range as circuits from scotts peak dam, up moraine a and down moraine k then back to scotts peak dam. Scotts peak dam aka port davey track northern trailhead. Next time i would follow lucifer ridge, it wouldnt be harder and also a few kilometer shorter. Western arthurs lake oberon return jan 2017 day 1 3rd january 2017. Our original plan was to complete a loop walk along the western arthur range in the southwest of tasmania. Useful tips for western arthurs range traverse posted by unknown on 06.
You have to be slightly sadomasochistic to attempt a traverse of the western arthurs, which are found in tasmania s world heritagelisted southwest wilderness, approximately 90km from hobart. Arthur range g r e a t w e s t e r n esk macquarie t i e r s maria island maatsuyker group bruny island schouten island. For me, the walk into the western arthur range began along a familiar track. Camping at west portal in western arthurs range southwest. While it is only 15km long, the range contains 22 major peaks and 30 lakes. Glovers or to map on page 150 of chapmans south west tasmania book. This map contains the entire western arthur range, and several important tracks that give access to the eastern arthur range, port davey and the huon feature on the map. This website contains detailed information on a growing number of tasmania s best bushwalks. Apr, 2012 federation peak and the arthur range either eastern or western are amongst the genuine classics of australian bushwalking. I attribute my love of the outdoors to tasmania and the wonderful friends i met there. We began our hike over the eastern arthurs by departing hobart at 8.
It was overgrown and also i get confused with wombat tracks over there. Cosmogenic radionuclide chronology of prelast glacial. The western arthur range southwest national park, tasmania. Travelling times and distances, based on due to the remote. Its remote location and the level of experience demanded by this hike makes it an excellent option for anyone looking for an awesome adventure away from the crowds of places like the overland track. Whatever the walking experience youre after, chances are you can find it in tasmania. Both sections of the range are popular overnight bushwalking destinations, generally in summer. Detailed and highresolution maps of tasmania, australia for free download. We walk the ranges amazing skyline, clambering up and over dramatic. The plan was to drive to the start of the huon track, leave the car there, then walk the huon track, the eastern arthurs, then down moss ridge to farmhouse creek, then walk 20kms of dirt road back to the car, unless a lift could be found.
May 31, 2012 the western arthurs range is located in south west tasmania, australia. Tarn near lake oberon, looking north towards lake pedder, march 2017. Mar, 2016 a 14 day traverse of the western and eastern arthurs, tasmania. I studied abroad there in 2005 and that is where i learned to rock climb, kayak, raft, and backpackcamp.
Hobart, capital of tasmania is a fun and vibrant city where you can also soak up the history of tasmania. The range is 15km long with 22 major peaks and apart from a small section at the western end of the ranges the walk traverses the entire. Useful tips for western arthur s range traverse posted by unknown on 06. It would save us one further day on the range, and two further days of hiking. Useful tips for western arthur s range traverse the western arthur s range in southwest tasmania is one of the most dramatic mountain chains not only in the island state but. Find more authentic australian stock images at austockphoto. Following the tasmanian governments measures on social distancing and public gatherings, all campgrounds around the state will. It sets itself apart from others by the continuous jagged peaks and ancient glacial lakes that are stumbled across as you traverse the aggressive. Jul 02, 2017 square lake western arthur range southwest national park tasmania australia shane pedersen.
The range was heavily glaciated during recent ice ages and is an almost continuous series of steep cirque headwalls. It is a popular and wellknown route, walking up what is known as alpha moraine, across the range to lake oberon and on to high moor and the notorious beggary bumps before reaching haven lake and descending kappa moraine to the arthur plains and back to the starting point at scott edgar dam. Western arthur range kappa moraine circuit this amazing hike takes in the best of the western arthur range without having to do the full traverse. Indeed, not only does this part of tasmania receive an average of 250 days of rain a year, its the manner in which mother nature delivers the precipitation that makes traversing the arthur range such a challenging proposition. Depending on the vehicle you choose, you can also calculate the amount of co2 emissions from your vehicle and assess the environment impact. Western explorer touring routes 39411006 devonport launceston hobart smithton poatina. Useful tips for western arthurs range traverse the western arthurs range in southwest tasmania is one of the most dramatic mountain chains not only in the island state but. Oct 31, 2014 two minute walks western arthurs, tasmania music by sigur ros. Theres a wide range of land and marine animals to spot and striking rock formations to discover including tasman arch and the blowhole, two of tasmania s read more. The tasmania parks and wildlife service is committed to ensuring the safety of our visitors while we face the challenges of covid19. Described as one of the most remote areas in tasmania, trekkers who traverse the arthurs range are presented with spectacular mountain views, clean water and a rewarding trek.
Get to the heart of tasmania with one of lonely planet s indepth, awardwinning guidebooks. Map of arthur river, tas 7330 arthur river is the name of a small township on the northern part of the west coast of tasmania, australia. Western junction mathinna st marys rossarden avoca derwent bridge bronte park tunbridge oatlands colebrook little. This 7day walk traverses tasmanias most rugged mountain range the western arthurs. Tasmania western arthurs 17 23 feb 2012 edwins outdoor blog. Eastern arthur traverse and federation peak people.
Find premium, highresolution stock photography at getty images. It is the most photographed and spoken about lake on the range and it is deserved of a visit to see why. What does qualify you for this hike is an expertise in ducking, weaving, hurdling, limbo dancing, carrying a very heavy pack, a vague love of heights, a penchant. This diversity extends to its waterways in which trout abound. From lake rosanne i walk down a formal trail to luckmans lead. The range is broken into two main sections, the western arthurs and the eastern arthurs. Useful links to plan the western arthurs range traverse. Tasmania is known for its beautiful, untouched wilderness areas, world class hikes, the cleanest water and air in the world, best food and fresh produce and more recently museum of old and new art mona. Western junction mathinna st marys rossarden avoca derwent bridge bronte park tunbridge oatlands. The west coast has rugged, tanninstained rivers clear shingle.
Eastern arthurs is another very rugged by glaciers mountain range with prominent federation peak. Arthur range traverse planning guide posted on february 27, 2018 may 4, 2020 author cam 22 comments when many folks think of multiday hikes in australia, the first names that come to mind are the overland, bibbulmun and larapinta. Map of western arthurs traverse southwest, tas 7001 whereis. Its only competition being the eastern arthurs, which is really just the other half of the ridge. A 14 day traverse of the western and eastern arthurs, tasmania. Federation peak and the arthur range either eastern or western are amongst the genuine classics of australian bushwalking. Above the western arthur range above watching the sunset day 7 dawn we descended down to pass creek and then climbed up lucifer ridge onto the western arthurs to camp in a saddle just before the phoenix.
Tastrails tasmanian bushwalking guide 110 great walks. Tasmania boasts a unique range of bushwalking experiences, from mountainous peaks to stunning pristine beaches. I first visited this range as part of a long walk back in 1975, and it is one place that i have been regularly returning to over the years. Range mt arthur mt henry lynes s l mt peter mt paul mt dove mt freycinet thehazards hobgoblin mt franklin. The western arthurs in the south western wilds of tasmania has one hell of a reputation, and she didnt disappoint. At the 2006 census, arthur river and the surrounding area had a population of 121.
Large tasmania maps for free download and print high. Jan 29, 2012 one of my favourite walks is a traverse of the western arthur range in south west tasmania. Western and eastern arthurs traverse, february 2016. Apr 27, 2017 western arthurs walking track, tasmania. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking and is. The trail is only recommended for very experienced adventurers and offers a number of activity options. To find the map for the driving distance from hobart to to arthurs lake tasmania, please enter the source and destination and then select the driving mode. It was only in 1960 that the traverse was first completed. What does qualify you for this hike is an expertise in ducking, weaving, hurdling, limbo dancing, carrying a. This map shows cities, towns, freeways, through routes, major connecting roads, minor connecting roads, railways, fruit fly exclusion zones, cumulative distances, river and lakes in tasmania.
Traversing tasmanias western arthurs australian geographic. Arthur range g r e a t w e s t e r n esk cradle moun macquarie t i e r s maria island maatsuyker group bruny island schouten. Western arthurs full traverse tasmania, australia alltrails. Explore tasmania s national parks download ebook pdf. Map directions to western arthurs traverse southwest, tas 7001. The western arthurs traverse is a hard walk, along the rugged spine of australias most heavily glaciated mountain range containing 22 peaks and over 30 lakes. Since 2002 i have trekked the western section of the arthurs on three occasions. I was joined by my friend and brotherinlaw, jonno, who was making his first backcountry trip to tasmania. Western arthurs traverse planning guide the hiking life. The scenery is spectacular with glacial tarns surrounded by towering cliffs. The western arthurs range is located in south west tasmania, australia. My arms were pretty sore on this hike, and i suffered numerous supersized blue and black bruises from falls.
Several important tracks giving access to the western arthur range, the eastern arthur range, port davey and the huon are a feature of the map. I think anyone would be hardpressed to argue that the western arthurs range, located deep in the southwest, isnt the premier serious marked route in tasmania. Arthur range g r e a t lake w e s t e r n macquarie t i e r s maria island maatsuyker group bruny island schouten island flinders island. Western plains west coast range west coast range mt darwin mt murchison cradle mtn mt read mt romulus mt remus. Bible map tr visitors touring guide to tasmania, australia. Arthur range traverse full tasmania, australia alltrails. John chapmans south west tasmania includes maps and trekking notes. The western arthurs is a small mountain range in south west tasmania. Please note there is no mobile phone coverage after 10km west of smithton, except for the odd elevated spot. With its rugged mountains, ancient rain forests and heath, the tasmanian wilderness is read more. Basecamper hayley talbots solo adventure in the western arthurs. The arthur range is a mountain range in the south west wilderness, located in southwest. Tasmania is a diverse island with an impressive array of habitats. Trout fishing around tasmania trout were first introduced into tasmania from england in 1864.
Cosmogenic 10be and 26al exposure ages of 12 boulders from two moraine complexes in the western arthur range of southwest tasmania, which previously were considered to have been deposited during the last glacial maximum, predate the last glacial cycle. Traverse of the eastern and western arthur ranges january 1997. The western arthurs traverse is a challenging and overall incredible hike in southwest national park in tasmania. In bushwalking circles, federation peak is regarded as the most celebrated mountain in tasmania its magnificent, abruptly piercing spike demands attention from any vantage point. How to survive western arthurs the hard way theres no. Arthurs lake lake crescent lake gordon don river river lake barrington lake pieman lake rowallan f r a n kl in storm bay banks strait cloudy bay fortescue bay wineglass bay bay of fires great oyster bay port davey t a s m a n s e a bass strait m a c q u a r i e wild rivers h a r b o u r d e n t r e c a s t e a u x c h a n n e l s o u t h e r. Ales range frenchmans cap mt ossa 1617 arthur range g r e a t w e s t e r n esk cradle moun macquarie t i e r s maria island maatsuyker group bruny island schouten island flinders island king island cape barren island clarke island swan island robbins island three hummock island hunter island f u r n e a u x d g r o u p south east cape. The map is an essential navigation tool when traversing the wilderness areas south of lake pedder. Glide past ancient rainforests aboard a morning or afternoon gordon. Western arthur range available for purchase online or in store, these maps and guidebooks cover the western arthur range, considered by experienced walkers to be tasmania.
Western arthurs traverse tasmania hiking guide halfway. Apr 14, 2015 consequently, i made the decision to do an abbreviated version of the journey in the form of traversing the arthur range i. Theres certainly other features that garner more interest. How to survive western arthurs the hard way theres no other way. Tasmap eshop buy tasmanian maps online western arthur. This is probably my favorite hike thus far in tasmania. Ales range frenchmans cap mt ossa 1617 arthur range g r e a t w e s t e r n esk macquarie t i e r s maria island maatsuyker group bruny island schouten island flinders island king island cape barren island clarke island swan island robbins island three hummock island hunter island f u r n e a u x d g r o u p south east cape south west. May, 2016 our original plan was to complete a loop walk along the western arthur range in the southwest of tasmania. May 31, 2016 as someone who has spent time in the arthurs when the elements are raging, i knew what was coming. Click download or read online button to get explore tasmania s national parks book now. In tasmanias west are some of the worlds most beautiful and unforgettable natural wonders. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking and is best used from december until march. One of my favourite walks is a traverse of the western arthur range in south west tasmania.
Western arthur range kappa moraine circuit tasmanian hikes. Western arthurs traverse southwest np tasmania people. My friend and i decided on western arthurs as it is described as the most rewarding trek in tasmania. It is a popular and wellknown route, walking up what is known as alpha moraine, across the range to lake oberon and on to high moor and the notorious beggary bumps before reaching haven lake and descending kappa moraine to the arthur plains and back to the starting. Faddens tier vincent hill davey elephant bay spero port davey ringarooma tasmania. Apr 14, 20 i think anyone would be hardpressed to argue that the western arthurs range, located deep in the southwest, isnt the premier serious marked route in tasmania. Western arthur range available for purchase online or in store, these maps and guidebooks cover the western arthur range, considered by experienced walkers to be tasmanias greatest walk. Western arthur range archives the tasmanian map centre. This summer i was fortunate in being able to visit the range again as part of an 11 day bush walk. Port arthur and the south east the tasman peninsula is home to spectacular scenery, heritagelisted historic sites, fantastic walks, beautiful empty beaches and fascinating wildlife.
The western arthurs range is one of the most prominent mountain ranges in south west tasmania. View topquality stock photos of camping at west portal in western arthurs range southwest tasmania. The walk to junction creek is around 9km from the scotts peak dam car park, and is tolerable. This tour best introduces you to the range without doing the full 10 day traverse or negotiating the rougher and more exposed sections beyond lake oberon.
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