Three Falls Circuit & Tall Trees Walk in Mount Field National Park Tasmania

Three Falls Circuit & Tall Trees Walk in Mount Field National Park Tasmania

A walking guide to combining the Three Falls Circuit and the Tall Trees Walk to see everything Mount Field National Park has to offer in one easy, scenic loop route.

The lower rainforest section of Mount Field National Park is truly one of Tasmania's best rainforests. And the easiest way to experience all of the incredible natural scenery is the easy 6-kilometer loop known as the Three Falls Circuit.

This trail goes around the park, past three scenic rainforest waterfalls and also through the Tall Trees Walk to walk among some of the tallest flowering trees in the world.

In this blog post I want to inspire you to visit Mount Field National Park and strap in for this beautiful loop trail. I've put together all the information you need to know about how to get here, what to expect, and some tips for visiting the park.

Via the Three Falls Circuit and the Tall Trees Walk

Hiking distance: 6km loop
Duration: 2 hours
Elevation Difference: Mostly flat with short sections of easy climbing
Difficulty: Easy

The Three Falls Circuit and Tall Trees Walk form a loop of the lower rainforest section of Mount Field National Park. This hike is by far the best way to experience everything Mount Field National Park has to offer. The route is very well maintained and is mostly flat for the duration of the hike. However, there are some sections where you have to climb some wooden stairs.

Highlights of the Three Falls Circuit include:

• Russell Falls – Tasmaniens berühmtester Wasserfall
• Horseshoe Falls
• Tall Trees Walk – erleben Sie einige der höchsten blühenden Bäume der Welt, die Eucalypt Regnans
• Lady Barron fällt

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How to get to Mount Field National Parkastas

Visitors wishing to hike the Three Falls Circuit must go to the visitor center at Mount Field National Park. This is located in Tasmania's Central Highlands about 70 kilometers northwest of Hobart.

The national park is connected by the Brooker and Lyell Highways and follows paved roads throughout. Expect approximately a 1.5 hour drive from Hobart.

Unfortunately there is no public transport that goes directly to Mount Field. However, if you find yourself in Hobart without a car or transportation, consider booking a full-day tour to Mount Field, which also includes a trip to Mount Wellington, Richmond and Bonorong.

Book: Mount Field Full Day Tour

Google Maps Pin: “Mount Field Visitor Center”

Hiking trails in Mount Field National Park

Although this is by no means necessary for navigation, I have attached a hiking map of Mount Field National Park below. This should give you a better understanding of the route that encompasses the Three Falls Circuit.
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The Three Falls Circuit

The first section of the Three Falls Circuit begins at the back of the visitor center (walk through or around). Like everything in this park, this trail is well signposted and very easy to navigate. Start by following signs toward Russell Falls.

Immediately after starting the hike, the paved path leads into a densely wooded eucalyptus rainforest. You'll pass towering eucalyptus trees, which are a good warm-up for how tall the trees will be on the later section of the Tall Trees Walk.
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The main event: Russell Falls

Just 10 minutes into the hike you will reach the main event. Russell falls. This is one of Tasmania's most famous waterfalls and the centerpiece of Mount Field National Park.

This two-tiered waterfall is over 50 meters high and cascades down horizontal Permian siltstone and vertical sandstone columns.

There is a large viewing platform just below the waterfall where you can take photos and admire the view.

More photos and information: Russell Falls Tasmania
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Horseshoe Falls

After taking a few minutes to admire the sights of Russell Falls, it's time to continue on the Three Falls Circuit to the next waterfall.
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This section immediately after the Russell Falls viewing platform is a short but sharp climb up a wooden staircase. Once at the top of Russell Falls, you will see a sign indicating a 2-minute trail to Horseshoe Falls.
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In my opinion, Horseshoe Falls doesn't get the treatment it deserves. No doubt it is foreshadowed by its larger, more famous downstream brother. This mini amphitheater is a photographer's dream. After a light rain, several gentle streams flow and join in a wide, circular clearing, swirling around fern-covered boulders.

More photos and information: Horseshoe Falls Tasmania
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Walk through tall trees

The next section of the Three Falls Circuit connects to the Tall Trees Walk, a section of eucalyptus forest that is home to some of the tallest flowering trees in the world.
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Some of these trees are over 80 meters tall. There is also a permanently installed measuring device under some of the largest trees with an accompanying instruction board to help you learn how to calculate tree heights.

It's best to take your time on this section to really take in the ancient wonders of the Tall Trees Walk.

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Lady Barron falls

Following the Tall Trees, the Three Falls Circuit continues along Lake Dobson Road and then re-enters an even denser section of rainforest. This can be considered about half of the loop route, and it is possible to complete it early here by returning to the visitor center via Lake Dobson Road or returning the same route.

Instead, I recommend continuing towards Lady Barron Falls, less than a kilometer away.
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Lady Barron Falls is another beautiful cascade that is very impressive after heavy rain. This waterfall is on a separate tributary to the other waterfalls on this circuit and its flow tends to be more dependent on rainfall.

More photos and information: Lady Barron Falls Tasmania
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Return to Mount Field National Park Visitor Center

The final section of this short but beautiful rainforest loop winds up the gorge and follows Lady Barron Crrek to a short, sharp climb of wooden stairs.

This is probably the most difficult part of this easy circular hike. But don't worry, there is a bench upstairs for those who need to rest their legs.
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Finally, the Three Falls Circuit ends by crossing a burned section of eucalyptus and ash forest before returning to the visitor center.
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Things to know about the Three Falls Circuit and the Tall Trees Walk

Here are some quick tips and things to know about hiking the Three Falls Circuit and the Tall Trees Walk in Mount Field National Park.

• Sie benötigen einen Nationalparkpass (kaufen Sie diesen online, ich empfehle den Jahrespass für das beste Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis)
• Dieser Weg gilt als einfacher Familienwanderweg, ist aber 6 Kilometer lang, planen Sie also entsprechend Ihrer Fähigkeiten
• Der erste Streckenabschnitt ist asphaltiert und rollstuhlgängig. Der letzte Abschnitt in der Nähe der Lady Barron Falls kann jedoch nass und schlammig werden
• In diesen Wäldern gibt es jede Menge Wildtiere. TasParks empfiehlt, mindestens 1,5 Meter Abstand zu halten
• Es gibt einen Campingplatz und einen Tagesbereich im Mount Field National Park, wo Sie ein Picknick machen oder sogar nach der Wanderung übernachten können
• Es gibt 4G-Empfang im Besucherzentrum, aber das Signal wird im Wald lückenhaft

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Accommodation near Mount Field National Park

Aside from the national park campground, you may be interested to know where else you can stay near Mount Field. The nearest towns are Westerways and Maydena. Below are the two top-rated and top-rated accommodation options available.

Giants Table and CottagesGiants Table and Cottages in Maydena offers self-contained accommodation with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom. These units are located in a rainforest clearing and are a great place to stay near Mount Field.

Check price and availability for your travel dates
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Duffy’s Country AccommodationDuffy’s Country Accommodation is located in Westerway, the closest town to the national park. These rustic-style, self-catering cottages feature a fireplace, barbecue, terrace and garden views.

Check price and availability for your travel dates
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