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The day Cradle Mountain cried If a mountain could cry, Cradle Mountain would have shed many tears on a cold day in May 1932, the day Gustav Weindorfer died.
Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park is an area steeped in history and full of majestic, breathtaking scenery. Cradle Mountain itself clearly defines the feel of a wild landscape, while the ancient rainforests and spectacular species of plant and wildlife found only in Tasmania beckon you to explore them. If you have never visited Cradle Mountain or Tasmania we hope you enjoy some snapshots of adventure and fun in this beautiful place. If you are an old Tassie hand, then sit back, relax and enjoy rediscovering Cradle, you will be back.
Did you know? 1n 1922, the land from Cradle Mountain south to Lake St. Clair – an area approximately 168,000 hectare – was proclaimed a National Park. Years later, over 1.38 million hectares was preserved as the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. This area represents about 1/5 of Tasmania and protects vast tracts of wilderness.
Is that a cat? No, it’s a Quoll If you are lucky, you will see quolls when you visit Cradle Mountain National Park. Quolls are very cute little marsupials, and come in two varieties!
Stroll around Dove Lake Cradle Mountain NP Summer visitors to Cradle Mountain National Park can expect long, warm days perfect to enjoy the many short day walks in this part of the Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness area. A picturesque walk begins at the Dove Lake carpark. Take the shuttle bus right to the end, and the amazing Dove Lake is straight ahead of you.
Cradle Mountain.net photographers We are privileged to be partnering with: Dennis Harding and Adam Holbrook both local Tasmanians who use their wonderful skills to showcase the Tasmanian Wilderness.
Dennis Harding is a Tasmanian born professional landscape photographer. He has been making photographs of his island home for the past 30 years. His images convey the intimate detail and abstract beauty of Tasmania.
Learn how to take fantastic images at Cradle Mountain One word describes the new offering from Digital Photography School, WOW. Their fourth eBook Photo Nuts and Shots: Tools and Techniques for Creative Photography, is a massive (100+ pages). It is an incredibly good photography teaching resource on how to use your digital camera. Why are we encouraging you to check it out? • we all want to learn to be a better photographer • the tips are simple, easy to follow and practical • the advice will work for most digital cameras, not just the fancy SLR ones • it is packed full of beautiful images that highlight and teach you what to look for when taking a shot
Adam Holbrook has an extraordinary talent for photography
– his images speak for themselves. They are captivating examples of the art of photography. He has experience in a range of photographic fields but his real gifts are revealed in conjunction with another passion, bushwalking in the Tasmanian wilderness.
• it is a really encouraging book that suggests a lot of different techniques that are simple and produce great results • The author, Neil Creek (an Aussie), has managed to make the instructions simple and easy to understand. He writes really well. If you are planning a holiday and want to learn how to take some great images, this teaching resource is excellent value.
Adam is offering free shipping anywhere in Australia for readers who purchase a framed Tasmanian Wilderness print. Just mention Cradlemountain.net when ordering.
Looking for more adventure? Hike the Overland Track The Overland Track is a magnificent 6 day walk that takes you through some of the finest mountain terrain in the world.
Photo of the edition Cradle Mountain is a photographer’s heaven. In each edition we highlight one special image taken in the Cradle Mountain National Park.
This 65km wilderness trek is enjoyed by many local and international visitors each year as an independent bushwalk. In addition, several companies can provide experienced guides to show you the wonders of the National Park.
The Overland Track
Tips and hints for bushwalking this World Heritage track in the magnificent Cradle Mountan - Lake St Clair National Park, Tasmania, Australia.
If you’re thinking about hiking the Overland Track there is a very comprehensive eGuide , How to Hike the Overland Track available. It’s designed to give you the skill and inspiration to tackle the Track. Created by experienced multi day hikers, it is packed with tips and ideas to make bookings, preparation, planning, gear selection, packing and cooking meals easy.
Frank and Sue Wall
The great thing is it includes a comprehensive guide on how to juggle bookings, flights, transfers and accommodation and then helps you sort out gear and food.
There are some terrific stories about hiking the Overland Track on this site:
Why hike the Overland Track? Have you ever wondered why so many people tackle this world famous hiking track? You can read all about it here.
This image was captured on an iPhone by Mathew Stewart (via Flickr). He calls it Cradle Mountain @ -7 degrees. For a Queenslander, Mathew was impressed by how cold it was at Dove Lake. This simple image is a great way to show the extremes at Cradle Mountain.
The Overland Track in winter with Caitie and Lauren Great story of two young women tackling the Overland Track in snow, fog and very wet weather.
What to do at Cradle Mountain – soak up some adrenaline Some of us are always looking for an extra boost of mad excitement as part of our holiday. Cradle Mountain is not just spectacular wilderness, you can get out and have some “unnatural” fun:
Cradle Mountain Canyons If you are after an unforgettable experience, come and join us and discover the secret side of Cradle Mountain.
Cradle Mountain Quad Bikes Our track winds up through ancient myrtle forest and alpine eucalypt forest to the button grass plains at the top of the “Speeler.” The spectacular views of Cradle Mountain, Barn Bluff, Mount Roland, Western Bluff and Black Bluff are amazing (and you didn’t even have to walk!) If the cloud is down then we just have to enjoy the solitude before we head off down the dirt (mostly mud) for a play before “boiling the billy” and ultimately heading back to base.
Cradle Mountain Horse Riding Your ride climbs up through the changing mix of Alpine Eucalypt and Myrtle Forest to the button grass plains at the top of The Speeler Plain. This is THE VIEW of Cradle Mountain, Barn Bluff, Western Bluff, Mt.Roland and Black Bluff.
Keep your eye out for the next edition… The Cradle Mountain eMagazine is published seasonally, eight times a year. It is brimming with great Cradle Mountain stories, special accommodation deals and reviews, “what’s on” and “what to do” and “what to see”. In between editions, check out Cradle Mountain Tasmania on Facebook. There is a growing community of people who enjoy Cradle Mountain and all things Tasmania. Drop by and share your stories and pictures of your adventures at Cradle with the world.
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