Covering 16 625 hectares, Mt Field National Park is a great destination to stop off on your way to or from the west coast. It is home to Tasmania's most photographed waterfall, Russell Falls, which spills over three tiers. With lookouts at the top and bottom you walk through the spectacular and dense forest surrounding the track. From this track you are able to take a 1.75 hour return circuit to the Lady Barron Falls.
About 16 kilometres from Russell Falls is Lake Dobson, and if you continue higher on the track to Pandani Grove/ Eagle Tarn you will find you will find a small ski field and the Tarn Shelf. Following the Tarn Shelf, you will find views of the lakes in the valleys in the distance whilst looking at the reflection of the mountain top in the small pools at the edge of the mountain.
Another short walk worth looking for is the Tall Trees walk. This short yet rewarding walk is known for the Swampy Gum trees, which are both long-lived and rare.
During winter there can be some fun snowboarding up here, however the tow lifts are only open on weekends during winter and then if there is enough snow. I have heard there are some great back country runs if you do not mind the walk back up! Do not expect too much here, with only three lifts, short runs and no Snow Park etc. it’s hardly a rival to the bigger national and international parks.
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