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Drys Bluff

Central Plateau

Grade 4 On-track 🟡 Moderate navigation

1,340 mElevation

565 mProminence

12 kmDistance

4–6 hrsEst. time

900 mElevation gain

About

The highest point of the Western Tiers escarpment, with commanding views north across the Midlands and south to the central plateau. The steep ascent through forest gives way to open dolerite summit.

Route info

TrailheadLiffey Reserve carpark

Best seasonYear-round

Track type🟢 On-track

Navigation🟡 Moderate

Rock typeDolerite

GradeGrade 4 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Very steep ascent
Slippery rock when wet
Rapid weather change

Wildlife highlights

Wombat
Echidna
Platypus (Liffey River)
Wedge-tailed eagle

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

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