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Zig Zag Track and Cataract Walk circuit

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Tasmania

Zig Zag Track and Cataract Walk circuit

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4.8

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116

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Zig Zag Track and Cataract Walk circuit

01:03

3.39km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Parking

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1.02 km

Zig Zag Track

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Zig Zag Track climbs the southern side of Cataract Gorge Reserve in a series of steady switchbacks, gaining elevation quickly through dry forest. It’s a more challenging option compared to …

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2.12 km

Cataract Walk

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The sealed Cataract Walk is the most accessible within Cataract Gorge, linking Kings Bridge to First Basin with elevated views along the cliffs. From there, you can continue on the …

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2.61 km

Cataract Gorge Suspension Bridge

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According to records, the gorge, discovered in 1804, is one of the region's most important sights.

There are numerous hiking trails, some singletrack, many suitable for strollers. On the side …

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2.91 km

Gorge Scenic Chairlift

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The Gorge Scenic Chairlift at Cataract Gorge Reserve offers an easy way to take in the full scale of the gorge from above. Running since 1972, it spans about 457 …

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3.39 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.32 km

1.05 km

Surfaces

1.57 km

1.05 km

531 m

126 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 7 July

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-1°C

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Zig Zag Track

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