#9 of 158

King Davids Peak

Central Plateau

Grade 5 Off-track 🔴 Advanced navigation Permission required
1,499 mElevation
280 mProminence
20 kmDistance
6–8 hrsEst. time
420 mElevation gain
⚠ Access may cross private or Hydro Tasmania land — verify before visiting.

About

A remote Central Plateau summit rising above the Great Lake catchment. The approach crosses open moorland and dolerite boulder fields with expansive views across the plateau.

Route info

TrailheadProjection Bluff Road, Central Plateau
Best seasonNov–Apr
Track type🔴 Off-track
Navigation🔴 Advanced
Rock typeDolerite
GradeGrade 5 (source: The Abels (Wilkinson))

Key hazards

Wildlife highlights

Grade sourced from The Abels (Wilkinson). Distances and times are approximate — always consult current Parks Tasmania information before visiting.
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