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Hartz Peak

Southern Ranges

Grade 4 Mixed 🟡 Moderate navigation

1,254 mElevation

800 mProminence

16 kmDistance

5–6 hrsEst. time

500 mElevation gain

About

The centrepiece of Hartz Mountains NP, rising above a glacially carved landscape of tarns and dolerite. Clear days offer views from the Huon valley to Federation Peak and the distant Southern Ocean.

Route info

TrailheadHartz Mountains NP (Waratah Lookout carpark)

Best seasonOct–May

Track type🟡 Mixed

Navigation🟡 Moderate

Rock typeDolerite

GradeGrade 4 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Sudden weather change
Exposed dolerite scramble near summit
Snow and ice possible

Wildlife highlights

Wedge-tailed eagle
Bennett's wallaby
Platypus (near tarns)

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

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