7 Great Walks in Tasmania With Kids
Looking for walks to do in Tasmania with kids when you visit? Around 40% of Tasmania is protected in National Parks and Reserves, making Australia’s most isolated state perfect for families seeking nature and the outdoors.
There are over 60 walks to choose from in ”60 Great Short Walks,” published by Tasmania’s Parks and Wildlife Service! This makes it pretty easy to find a hike suited to your family’s ability.
Here are 7 Great Walks Achievable With Kids in Tasmania
Evercreech Forest Reserve
This short circuit on the East Coast is a great introduction to hiking for younger kids. It’s one of my favourite walks in Tasmania with kids!
The highlight of the Evercreech Forest Reserve is the magnificent white gums known as ‘The White Knights’. At over 90 metres tall, they are the tallest of their type in Australia.
A 20-30 minutes circuit walk passes beneath the trees before heading up a hill to give you a different view. You can also choose a shorter 10 minutes walk to the base of the White Knights before heading back the way you came.
Visit the official Evercreech Forest Reserve page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
The Enchanted Walk
The enchanted walk is ideal for families wanting a taste of Cradle Mountain but aren’t up to a longer walk.
This beautiful short walk takes around 20 minutes and meanders through a mossy forest along a cascading creek. Kiddy sized tunnels that mimic a wombat burrow have been built along the track to enhance the experience.
You might even see pademelons and wombats on the edge of the forest! Visit the official Enchanted Walk page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
Families with older kids may prefer the longer, nearby walk below …
The Dove Lake Circuit
The 6km Dove Lake circuit is extremely picturesque and another of my favourite walks with kids in Tasmania. Except for one steep section two-thirds of the way around, it’s a fairly flat walk. Expect to see pretty views for the entirety of the walk.
The track undulates around Dove Lake, traverses beneath the mountain, then returns through a beautiful rainforest to the starting point.
Visit the official Dove Lake Circuit page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
The Coal Mines Historic Site Track
This 2km walk on the Tasman Peninsula offers a glimpse into an earlier era as you explore the ruins of the historic coal mine site. Whilst this walk isn’t particularly challenging or long, the history, ruins and underground cells are fascinating.
This walk is great for families who are interested in Tasmania’s convict history but may not have the budget to visit the Port Arthur Historic Site.
Visit the official Coal Mines Historic Site Track page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
The Apsley River Water Hole and Gorge Walk
My Top Pic for Walks in Tasmania With Kids!
This 5.6km hike on the East Coast is my absolute favourite as it’s the perfect blend of exercise and relaxation.
Passing through a serene waterhole, you will walk through eucalypt forests and heathland before descending into the Apsley River and Gorge. The gorge is stunning with high dolerite cliffs, waterfalls and waterholes.
Visit the official Apsley River Waterhole and Gorge page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk
At only 600m, the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk is one of the easiest walks in Tasmania with kids. It’s the walk to do when you don’t really feel like walking but need to get out and about!
This walk has amazing coastal views of Freycinet National Park and a well-contructed walkway. It’s a hit with the kids because there is a lighthouse and free-public use binoculars.
Sea eagles, sea-birds, seals, dolphins and whales have all been spotted from the great viewing area.
Visit the official Cape Tourville page for the latest information and instructions on how to get there.
The Bay of Fires
Ok, so the Bay of Fires isn’t an official walking track. However, it’s a beautiful spot with many kilometres of white sand just begging to be walked along barefoot.
Technically, it’s a string of beaches broken up by rocky headlands. Just pick one and let the kids run ahead and wear themselves out! The huge boulders dotted along the Bay of Fires are covered in an orange lichen that really comes into effect when the sun is on the horizon.
Find the Bay of Fires on the East Coast, starting at Binalong Bay in the south to Eddystone Point in the north.
Looking for more awesome family holiday destinations?
For more information on visiting Tassie with kids, browse our Tasmania page. Alternatively, head back to the home page for inspiration on destinations and activities in Australia and worldwide.
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Planning and booking your holiday to Tasmania
National Parks Pass:
A National Park entrance fee is required to visit most parks in Tasmania. You can buy a single-day pass or if you are exploring more of Tassie, an eight-week pass that gets a whole family into all of Tasmania’s National Parks is better value for money. Passes can be purchased here.
More information:
Check out the official Tourism Tasmania page for more information on great places to visit in Tasmania.
Getting to Tasmania:
Search on Trip.com for the best deals to Tasmania. Flights are available from most capital cities into either Hobart or Launceston.
Alternatively, you can also come across by boat on the Spirit of Tasmania. If you choose to come across by boat, you can bring your own vehicle.
Accommodation in Tasmania:
Accommodation in Tasmania is varied and there are options from budget to luxury. Find a great deal here.
Getting around Tasmania:
Compare rental car prices here.
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