Dove Lake Circuit Walk

Overview

DEPARTING — CRADLE MOUNTAIN

Experience Cradle Mountains most popular walk with a guided 6km circuit around Dove Lake.

A great introductory walk to the park. Enjoy iconic views of Cradle Mountain and walk through the tranquil Ballroom Forest on one of Tasmania’s premier short walks.

ABOUT

Tour: The duration of the walk is approximately 4hrs including lunch.

Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.

Walker safety: Dove Lake | Parks & Wildlife Service Tasmania

Weather conditions in Tasmania can change quickly and frequently, especially in alpine areas. Snow, rain, wind and sun are all possible at any time of the year, and bushfires can occur between October and March.

Important: please observe all track signs – they are provided for your safety. Always stay on the formed walking tracks, this is both for your own safety and to protect the sensitive alpine environment.

Detailed Itinerary

Please note that the itinerary is subject to change without notice.

Day 1: Dove Lake Circuit - Cradle Mountain

Our walk will begin with a safety debriefing at the foot of the Lake. The track is 6km in length, which is walked in a clockwise direction.

We set out from Dove Lake directly beneath Cradle Mountain. This premier walk will offer you some spectacular views of the famous mountain!

The walk will take approximately 4hrs including a lunch stop along the way. The track travels around Dove Lake, passing beneath the mountain, then returns through stunning rainforest to the tour starting point. You will have the opportunity to venture through some of Tasmania's special vegetation found in this area.

A picnic style lunch is provided as part of the tour. This will be issued to you prior to the walk, please ensure you have a suitable bag to take this with you. Ensure you read through the walk safety guidelines and requirements prior to booking this tour.

IMPORTANT: this track is noted at a Grade 3 for hiking; some bushwalking experience is recommended. Tracks during the walk may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps. Please ensure you have an adequate fitness level to complete the walk for your own safety.

Tour Highlights

Dove Lake Circuit
Cradle Mountain
The Ancient Ballroom Forest
Hanson's Peak
Glacier Rock
The Boatshed

WALKER SAFETY

Via: Dove Lake | Parks & Wildlife Service Tasmania

Safe walking guidelines

Be prepared: take clothing and equipment to suit changeable weather and track conditions. Carry a map, mobile phone range cannot always be relied upon.

Avoid walking alone: always stay with the group or walk with a fellow passenger.

Be flexible: be prepared to turn back from the walk or change plans if the weather deteriorates or the walk is more difficult than expected.

WALKER PACK LIST

“Tasmania is renowned for its world-class walks. But to really make the most of it, make sure you pack the right gear — it will make your experience more enjoyable and keep you safe.” – Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service

Essential items required for this tour:

Light day pack
Weatherproof jacket, warm hat or beanie, and gloves
Sun hat and sunglasses
Hiking boots or good walking shoes and socks
Gaiters (not essential)
Sunscreen
Water (1 litre per person for every 3 hours of walking)
Rubbish bag — take it all out with you!

Walkers must have these extra items:

Warm clothing, including a fleece or woollen jumper, hat, gloves and a neck warmer
Good quality waterproof jacket with stormfront and hood (seam sealed and breathable)
Good quality waterproof over trousers (seam sealed and breathable fabric)
Thermal under layers (long sleeve top, long pants)

Watch the hypothermia safety video with English subtitles to understand the dangers of being cold and how to be prepared. (Safety video with Chinese subtitles.)

For more information on pack items and safety, please see Safety in parks.

If your mobile phone has a signal take it with you. Limit use of your phone to conserve the battery.