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Guide Falls Tasmania – Everything you need to know
Everything you need to know to visit one of Tasmania's most underrated waterfalls; Leader falls. Includes how to get here, what to expect, and photos that I hope will inspire your visit. When I set out to explore as many epic hikes and waterfalls as possible in Tasmania in the short five months, I really didn't expect there to be so many. Honestly, I really was and I'm still blown away by how many epic waterfalls there are in Tassie. This is a clear highlight in the northern...
Guide Falls Tasmania – Everything you need to know
Everything you need to know to visit one of Tasmania's most underrated waterfalls; Leader falls. Includes how to get here, what to expect, and photos that I hope will inspire your visit.
When I set out to explore as many epic hikes and waterfalls as possible in Tasmania in the short five months, I really didn't expect there to be so many. Honestly, I really was and I'm still blown away by how many epic waterfalls there are in Tassie.
This is a clear highlight in the northern region. Guide Falls is a spectacular waterfall near Burnie. It's also super accessible and doesn't require a long hike to get there.
Find out how to get to Guide Falls Burnie, what to expect once you arrive, and see photos from my trip.
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Where is Guide Falls?
Guide Falls is located in the Guide Falls Reserve, just 17.1 kilometers south of Burnie in northern Tasmania. The actual waterfall is at the end of a very short return trail that is accessible to everyone. The upper level of the falls is wheelchair accessible.
How do I get here?
To get to Guide Falls you will need your own car as there is no public transportation. The easiest way to navigate here is to plug in the Google Maps pin above, which will direct you to the parking lot at the reserve.
Otherwise, for directions, simply follow the Ridgley Highway south of Burnie until you reach the town of Ridgley. Immediately after town, turn right onto W Ridgley Road and follow it until you see signs for the reserve. The turnoff to the waterfall parking lot is on the left just before the bridge over Guide River.
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If you don't have your own vehicle, don't worry. You'll still find plenty of epic adventures and waterfalls in Tasmania. Below I have listed some of my must-do activities that you will find in the region. Be sure to check them out.
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Guide Falls – What to Expect
When you arrive at Guide Falls Reserve you will find a large parking lot right on the Guide River. The community has also built a rest area and a sanitary building here. The short trail follows the Guide River about 200 meters upstream before opening up to the main waterfall.
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Although there isn't much information online, I would estimate the height to be around 25 meters. However, it is the breadth and sheer power of this simply immersive beauty that makes it truly spectacular. Although you may not see it at the base of the falls, there is a second drop a little further up from the main waterfall.
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I was honestly pretty surprised at how epic this waterfall was. The farmland setting didn't really match the ambiance of the Powerfall waterfall, but after spending a good 30 minutes taking photos and relaxing by the falls, we had completely forgotten where we were.
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Once you've admired the view from below, head up the short staircase to get a fantastic viewpoint of the waterfall from above. There is also a parking lot and a large meadow up here.
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Ultimate Tasmanian travel resource
I hope you enjoy this blog post. For more Tasmania travel and adventure inspiration, don’t miss my ultimate guides below.
– 62 Epic Things to Do in Tasmania – Where to Stay in Tasmania (Best Places) – 26 Amazing Waterfalls in Tasmania – 35 Must-Do Hikes in Tasmania
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More photos of Guide Falls
Here are some more photos we took on a rainy day at Guide Falls near Burnie, Tasmania.
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More epic adventure ideas in Tasmania
Did you find this quick guide to visiting Guide Falls in Northern Tasmania helpful? If so, then I know you will love some of my other blog posts. I have spent a lot of time documenting and exploring Tasmania's natural beauty. I discovered a lot of off the beaten path and adventure ideas. Check out some of the other posts below to get started.
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