How long does it take to walk the South Coast Track Tasmania?
6 to 8 days
You’re marvelling at Southwest National Park and all of its wild glory. You’ll find the South Coast Track along its southern edge. Spanning 85 kilometres from Melaleuca to Cockle Creek, this walk takes 6 to 8 days to complete.
Is the South Coast Track hard?
The South Coast Track is a challenging walk in a region of Tasmania exposed to harsh weather conditions. There are no huts along the track. Track conditions are often difficult. Walkers must be fully self-sufficient, well-equipped and experienced.
What is the best walk in Tasmania?
Best Walks and Hikes in Tasmania
- wukalina Walk.
- Three Capes Track.
- Bay of Fires Lodge Walk.
- Cradle Mountain Hut Walks.
- Freycinet Walking Experience.
- The Maria Island Walk.
- The Bruny Island Long Weekends.
- The South Coast Track.
Where does the South Coast Track start?
Melaleuca
Introduction. The South Coast Track located in the Southwest National Park is renowned as being one of Tasmania’s premier wilderness walks. Starting deep within the World Heritage Area at Melaleuca the track takes you 85km across rugged mountain ranges, coastal heathland and vast pristine beaches.
Do you need to book South Coast Track?
If you plan to walk The Coast track please use our NPWS app and download maps for Royal National Park before you leave home. You’ll need to book North Era campground online if you plan to camp overnight here. It’s a popular place so book well in advance, especially from October to March.
How do I get to Melaleuca?
Direct access to Melaleuca is via light plane or private boat. Par Avion operate from Cambridge, a 15 minute drive east of Hobart, and offer daily and custom flights to Melaleuca.
Can you do Bay of Fires walk independently?
Self Guided Walks If you’d prefer to take your own, self-guided walks around some of the Bay of Fires highlights, then I’d suggest having a car. This way, you can drive to most of the spots and enjoy walks along the coast.
How far is the South Coast Track Tasmania?
85 km
Tasmania’s wild southern coastline is your home for this 6-8 day spectacular, but challenging walk. Along this 85 km track you will wander windswept beaches, scramble around rocky headlands climb over hills and mountain ranges and often endure mud and wet feet along the buttongrass plains.
