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The Needles

Southern Ranges

Grade 4 Off-track 🔴 Advanced navigation
1,108 mElevation
155 mProminence
18 kmDistance
5–7 hrsEst. time
500 mElevation gain

About

A needle-like Southern Ranges summit requiring off-track travel through the forested ridges of southern Tasmania.

Route info

TrailheadSouthern Ranges (remote access)
Best seasonOct–May
Track type🔴 Off-track
Navigation🔴 Advanced
Rock typeDolerite
GradeGrade 4 (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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