Walk
Cataract Gorge
Launceston, Tasmania
A river gorge in the middle of Launceston with swing bridges, a pool and peacocks.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
The South Esk River cuts a dramatic gorge a few minutes from the city centre. Walk the cliff-hugging Cataract Walk, cross the Alexandra Suspension Bridge, or ride the chairlift. Locals use it for swimming in summer and for morning loops.
Good to know
- Walk the Cataract Walk from the city side
- Visit early evening for light on the cliffs
- Peacocks roam free
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed road to First Basin car park.
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- BBQ
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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