The Mount Anne Circuit is named for the 4,669 ft / 1,423 m Mount Anne - the highest peak in Tasmania's Southwest National Park. I would expect the Mount Anne Circuit to circumnavigate Mount Anne (hence the circuit bit), but this track does no such thing. A more appropriate name may be the "Mount
Guide to Hiking Federation Peak in Tasmania
Federation Peak is a remote peak in Tasmania's Eastern Arthur Range. The 4,180 ft / 1,274 m summit is accessible via Farmhouse Creek to the east or via the Western Arthurs to the west. A full traverse of the Arthur Range and exit via Scotts Peak Dam is possible via Federation Peak (or "Feddy" as
Guide to Hiking Frenchmans Cap in Tasmania
Frenchmans Cap is the most prominent peak in Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and located south of Tasmania's Lyell Highway between Queenstown to the west and Derwent Bridge (where most people finish the Overland Track) to the east. As a side trip (or as a continuation if you have a
Australia Bike Touring Gear List
This post has been sitting in my "Drafts" folder for ages now being neglected like an unwanted stepchild. After repeated emails from readers wondering why they cannot seem to locate the link to this post, it's finished (sorry, everyone). First, a little background. When I began my 2,400-mile (3,862
Guide To Hiking The Overland Track In Tasmania
The Overland Track is a well-maintained 49.7 mi / 80 km track through Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park connecting Ronny Creek (map) to Lake St Clair (map). From October 1 to May 31 (inclusive) you are required to make a booking to hike the track. During this time, you are also required
A Beginner’s Guide To The Outback
Australia's Outback doesn't have clearly defined boundaries, but it can typically be described as anywhere outside major city centers - particularly as you move towards the center of the country. If you're unfamiliar with the landscape, it's essentially a giant desert in the middle of
A Beginner’s Guide To Australia
Down under! The country that's also a continent! The gateway to New Zealand! The place with a bunch of stuff that can kill you! Kangaroo Island! Oz! Yes, Australia and all of its names can evoke quite a few stereotypes, and I'm here to tell you that they're all true. With an area rivaling that
Hiking The Coast Track (Otford to Bundeena) in Australia’s Royal National Park
Location: New South Wales Time: 1-2 days Distance: 17 mi / 27km Elevation gain: 780 ft / 240 m Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Water on trail: Yes Trail permit required: No Overnight camping permit required: Yes Pets allowed: No Facilities (southern terminus): Parking, bathrooms,