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Frenchmans Cap

Eldon & West Coast

Grade 5 On-track 🟡 Moderate navigation Camping required

1,446 mElevation

1165 mProminence

46 kmDistance

3–4 daysEst. time

1200 mElevation gain

About

A brilliant white quartzite dome rising from the wild Franklin River country. The multi-day return walk crosses buttongrass plains before a final scramble to the exposed, airy summit.

Route info

TrailheadCollingwood River carpark (Lyell Highway)

Best seasonNov–Apr

Track type🟢 On-track

Navigation🟡 Moderate

Rock typeQuartzite

GradeGrade 5 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Exposed summit scramble
River crossings
Rapid weather change
Remote location

Wildlife highlights

Wedge-tailed eagle
Bennett's wallaby
Wombat
Orange-bellied parrot (rare)

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

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