EXPLORE THE AREA
Cedar Cottage Meander sits at the foot of kooparoona niara / Great Western Tiers in Meander Valley.
Known as the mountains of our spirits to the Pallitorre people, this part of northern Tasmania has a rich cultural history, outstanding wilderness, and abundant produce, artisanal foods, boutique spirits and cool climate wines.
SHORT WALKS CAPITAL
kooparoona niara is the premier destination for short walks in Tasmania.
Explore lush rainforests, subalpine woodlands, alpine moorlands, ancient cave systems, spectacular gorges, dolerite bluffs, and abundant lakes and waterfalls.
The Great Western Tiers Conservation Area, Meander Forest Reserve, Central Plateau Conservation Area, Walls of Jerusalem National Park, Mole Creek Karst National Park, Alum Cliffs State Reserve, Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park and Liffey Falls State Reserve are all close by.
The Great Western Tiers Visitor’s Centre has comprehensive info on walks in the area.
Here are a few of our favourites:
MEANDER FALLS
Starting in the Meander Forest Reserve, this 4-6 hr return hike is one of Tassie’s greatest short walks.
The track leads into World Heritage-listed rainforest and fragile subalpine woodland.
The falls are breathtaking as they cascade 130 metres over the escarpment and drop into a pool fringed with Celery top and King billy pines.
It’s a phenomenal sight to see in winter when frozen in crystalline form.
Look out for the ruby red kiss of flowering Waratah in spring and early summer.
More exquisite short walks in the Meander Forest Reserve:
tulampanga / ALUM CLIFFS
A gentle 40 min return walk leads to a lookout over a spectacular gorge.
See the Mersey River wending its way through steep ravines.
This area is the meeting spot of three Tasmanian Aboriginal Nations and a source of ochre.
We love the Aboriginal interpretive info and art work placed along the track.
PINE LAKE
This 20 min return walk on the Central Plateau is board-walked and wheelchair accessible.
It meanders through flowering alpine shrubs and ancient Pencil pines that are some of the oldest living species on the planet.
It’s especially lovely after snow.
MORE ADVENTURES
Tour wild caves, try goat yoga, sled down rivers, learn about Tasmanian Aboriginal culture and interact with unique wildlife.
