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Barn Bluff

Cradle & Northwest

Grade 5 Mixed 🟡 Moderate navigation

1,559 mElevation

294 mProminence

16 kmDistance

5–7 hrsEst. time

550 mElevation gain

About

A striking rocky dome above Waterfall Valley on the Overland Track. The summit scramble rewards with views from Cradle Mountain to the distant western ranges.

Route info

TrailheadWaterfall Valley Hut (Overland Track)

Best seasonNov–Apr

Track type🟡 Mixed

Navigation🟡 Moderate

Rock typeDolerite

GradeGrade 5 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Exposed scramble
Loose rock
Rapid weather change
Snow and ice possible

Wildlife highlights

Wombat
Wedge-tailed eagle
Currawong

Grade sourced from Parks Tasmania. Distances and times are approximate — always consult current Parks Tasmania information before visiting.

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