If hiking the overland track carry warm clothes as well. Potentially if you are a fit fast walker you could easily do this trip in as little as three days. However, snow can also occur in december as it happened in 2019. Lots of photos were taken, and ive put a selection from across the days and places in here. The huts provide a dry and warm place to sleep, cook and socialize. When you book to do the overland track, they warn that poor weather can occur at any time. T he overland track is one of the worlds greatest walks. Due to the weather, the most famous season is from 1. What to lock in now by brook wilkinson april 30, 2019 if a sea or river cruise is in your 2020 travel plans, right now may well be a smart moment to book it. While the route has eight basic stoveheated huts, theres no guarantee of space.
Check out my sectionbysection overview of the track and sample overland track itineraries. Cradle mountain hiking best time to visit top tips before you. Whether you walk during the warmer summer months, with crystal clear days, or the colourful months in autumn when the fungi colours make the landscape pop, or winters icy wonderland, or when the flowers begin to. Even the photos of the track covered in snow still show people with the snowshoes on their packs. The overland track is the best known walk in tasmania. The vlogs will be coming out soon so make sure you subscribe to the tough girl youtube channel. Weather and daylength permitting, an optional climb to ctradle mt. The 73 km walk takes six to seven days along a track which is well maintained and clearly marked. Overland track transport is a small tasmanian company that provides a complete, inclusive experience for bushwalkers undertaking australias premier alpine walk, the overland track.
Now you have to book online to do the overland track, and it is best to do this well in advance. The complete guide to overland track huts and camping. During the summer cradle is pretty busy with the highest accommodation rates. It connects the iconic cradle mountain in the north of the national park, to lake st clair in the south. And since it is outside of hiking season you will not need to book an overland. In the winter and early spring from june 1 to september 30th there is no track fee and no reservations.
The overland track aussie specialist program tourism. The best time to walk the track is between november and april, when the weather is milder and days are longer for daylight saving. Book your accommodation, selfcatering cottage well in advance, otherwise expect a. Autumn fall takes place during the months of march, april and may and can often bring the most settled weather of the year although the days begin to get shorter and temperatures cooler daily highs sit between 1219 degrees celsius 5466 f. I booked not long after my summer tasmanian walk, and found that during april, the track was almost filled booked. While the rest of australia basks in warm summer days, tasmanias summers are relatively cool the average maximum temperatures sit at 18c though it can be. While the overland track is a wilderness experience, you dont have to go completely feral.
Apr 02, 2006 april marks 75 years since the overland track was officially charted from waldheim, near cradle mountain, to the glacial lake st clair by a small party of tourist bureau walkers, at the urging. Summer decembermarch more stable weather from december to april with warmer daily. Youll have to book to walk the overland track during peak season october 1 to may 31. The terrain experienced on this trek is a mix of hardened, well maintained trackwork and natural walking trails. Hiking in the cradle mountain national park is very popular throughout the year. Overland track transport bus tickets, daily service for the. January and february experience the least amount of rainfall.
The overland track is a clear trail in good conditions. Winter walking on the overland track tasmanian life. Third time walking it properly from the start, and had the best weather of any of those trips. The overland track walking tour trek the overland track. These months with the most stable weather are also the busiest. According to a 2008 tasmanian parks and wildlife service report, 40% of hikers rated the overland track as one of the best things they have ever done in their lives. Across six days, our most popular overland experience completes the full journey from world heritagelisted cradle mountain to lake st clair. The overland track is one of australias most famous bush walks, situated in the tasmania. I would say if youre going in summer book well in advance and anticipate being in a tent in all weather. However if you arrive early, have the time and the fitness level, i suggest starting with the cradle valley boardwalk at the cradle mountain interpretation centre. The favourable summer months can book out very quickly which means. Overland track 15th to 21st april got back on thursday evening from the overland track. This february was unusual, perhaps because so many tasmanians were praying for rain to douse bushfires threatening communities during a hot, dry, windy spell. The permit season for the overland track runs from october 1 to may 31.
When i was asked if i wanted to be a part of a group of five to walk the track in august, i jumped at it. The ultimate guide to the overland track in tasmania happiest. Winter can provide an exciting trip, and one of the most challenging times to trek the overland track, with average maximum temperatures of 4. Walking from north to south over six days we cover the highest area of tasmania, from the epic craggy spires of cradle mountain to the rainforestclad shores of the deepest natural lake in. Walking from north to south over six days we cover the highest area of tasmania, from the epic craggy spires of cradle mountain to the rainforestclad shores of the deepest natural lake in the southern hemisphere, lake st clair. Tasmania the overland track 22 april 1 may 2017 posted on may 10, 2017 by dave noble i spent a very enjoyable ten days on the overland track in late april. Track is in the tasmanian summer and fall between december and april.
Overland track hikers told to be prepared as thousands book for six. The fully guided walk begins at waldheim in cradle valley and journeys some 65. Feb 03, 2016 the overland track tasmania gear list, food prep, snow. The overland track from cradle mountain to lake st clair is a true wilderness walk which travels through spectacular dolerite mountains, near beautiful waterfalls, through a variety of fascinating ecosystems and close to tasmanias highest mountain, before finishing at australias deepest lake, lake st clair. Walk the overland track with private huts and hot showers.
Meanwhile, in april a father and son went missing for three nights in tasmanias southwest and endured nearfreezing temperatures and rain. Tasmania the overland track 22 april 1 may 2017 david. Overland track hikers told to be prepared as thousands book for sixday walk. Tasmania is cooler than mainland australia, and the western half of the island receives considerable wind and rain. We spent 7 days, 6 nights in the stunning tassie alpine, having our. Cradle valley forecast australias official weather. This adds 5 km to trip but is well worth the effort. However, in the winter you have to deal with snow, and despite more pleasant temperatures in the summer, the weather is even more unpredictable.
To meet the australian governments social distancing requirements in place for the covid19 pandemic, the number of walkers able to depart on the overland track each day has been limited to 12. But they definitely arent luxury accommodations so you still need to be prepared to rough it and bring your own gear. Ronny creek in cradle valley is the usual starting location for the overland track. There is also a park entry fee and hiking fee that covers maintenance of the track and facilities like overland track huts, heaters, and toilets. However, we stress that the tasmanian highland country can be very unforgiving with all yearround inclement weather conditions possible on the trail. Great scenery, well organised and perfect for all ages and abilities. They range from 4 to 12 days and there are ones for. The best time to visit cradle mountain is from december to march. Or find out more information on the overland track weather, climate, rainfall and.
The weather on the overland track can be quite variable so you never quite. During this period you have to pay the overland track fee, book in advance and are only permitted to walk from north to south. Includes info on booking, weather, seasons, wildlife and more. Apr 14, 2019 it has a great overview of everything you need to know including how to book, what the weather is like, when to go, and how to stay safe. If you like camping, be prepared for onedigit night temps throughout the year. However, in february, extended periods of wind, rain, sleet, hail and snow are unusual. Operating in such a delicate environment, cradle mountain huts places a great deal of importance on minimal impact track and hut practices and. Most days we finished walking by 23 pm, which leaves a lot of time sitting in a. Trekking in tasmania amazing 6day overland track hike. Weather reports from the last weeks in overland park with highs and lows. It passes through a wide range of beautiful scenery past alpine peaks, through open wind swept and bleak moors, through ancient forests. Apr 07, 2018 youll have to book to walk the overland track during peak season october 1 to may 31.
Step two was to book our track permits through the online booking system. This style of tour is camping in twin share 4 season tents, on our private platforms. At that time the weather is warmest, there is no snow and there is a lot of daylight. The weather is gorgeous, temperatures are ideal for sightseeing, and crowds are not as abundant as in summer, when kids are out of school and both overseas visitors and europeans flock to the seashore. It can snow yearround on the overland track, especially in the alpine areas. The best time to hike the milford track new zealand trails.
Next 24 hours april 25, 2020 april 26, 2020 april 27, 2020 april 28, 2020 april 29, 2020 april 30, 2020 may 1, 2020 may 2, 2020. A compilation of information i had found regarding completing the overland track, as well as nuggets from my experience on the trail in may 2019. The lucky few that experience the overland track in the winter time are generally exposed to challenging conditions, as antarctic weather systems generated in the great southern ocean jettison their load upon reaching tasmania. We spent 7 days, 6 nights in the stunning tassie alpine, having our socks blessed off by our amazing creatorgod. Overland track, walking, tasmania, cradle mountain, lake. Jun 30, 2016 the weather on the overland track can be quite variable so you never quite know what conditions you will get when you head out. See weather overview detailed hourly forecast next 24 hours show weather on. Weather forecasts for the overland track can be obtained from the bureau of meteorology. Weather todaytomorrow hourbyhour forecast 14 day forecast yesterdaypast weather climate averages past weather in overland park graph. They range from 4 to 12 days and there are ones for beginners, fast hikers, peak baggers and more. Apr 23, 2011 overland track 15th to 21st april got back on thursday evening from the overland track.
Very high near 100% chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. New pelion hut forecast australias official weather. The overland track is one of the worlds best walks. The overland track walk tasmania wilderness expeditions. Winds northwesterly 20 to 30 kmh turning northerly 25 to 40 kmh during. Past weather in overland park, kansas, usa yesterday and last 2 weeks. Get the monthly weather forecast for overland park, ks, including daily highlow, historical averages, to help you plan ahead. Trying to figure out your plan for the overland track. Overland track transport bus tickets, daily service for. Very high 90% chance of showers, becoming less likely this evening. Winds westerly 25 to 40 kmh turning northwesterly 25 to 35 kmh in the early afternoon.
This system is relatively easy to use but a bit clunky requiring a number of page changes to get everything done. All you need to know to hike the overland track lets go. This is so that the track isnt crowded with too many hikers on one day. Things the guide books dont tell you about the overland track. The overland track must be one of the most well known bush walks in australia. The overland track is australias premier alpine walk a 65 km, sixday trek through the heart of the cradle mountainlake st clair national park, part of the. In early may 2016 i completed the overland track for the third time in as many years.
The track is approximately 65 km long and your hike is over 5 nights 6 days. The overland track is an australian bushwalking track, traversing cradle mountainlake st. In early may 2016 when i started the track with tasmanian walking company we were greeted with snow on the first day which was a magical experience. Be prepared for 4 seasons in one day, even during summer. Quite a few people asked me why i keep wanting to do the overland track, so i thought i would write an article about why i cant stop going back. This walk takes you from cradle mountain to lake st clair, through a world heritage wilderness area. Highland tasmanian weather can be unpredictable and cause hazardous track conditions, however most injuries and deaths from. Each season has its own nuances that can transform your experience. Overland track weather and climate tasmanian expeditions.
Know your way and walk within your capabilities and certainly be prepared to turn back if weather conditions become severe. Aug 28, 2019 all you need to know to hike the overland track. I was lucky to find a single spot in the week before easter. Overland track hikers told to be prepared as thousands. The overland track is an australian bushwalking track, traversing cradle mountainlake st clair national park, within the tasmanian wilderness world heritage area. Winds northerly 25 to 35 kmh decreasing to 15 to 25 kmh early in the morning then turning westerly 15 to 20 kmh in the early afternoon. The overland track holds legendary status as one of the finest walks in australia. Overland track hikers told to be prepared as thousands book. Its walked by more than nine thousand people each year, with numbers limited in the warmer months. Summer is also the best time of year for clear views of the tracks panoramic mountainscapes. High 70% chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and early evening. At new zealand trails, we believe theres never a bad time to do it during the hiking season, which begins in late october and ends before the winter snow arrives in late april. The overland track is not a particularly long trail, at its shortest it is 65 km long.
Between 1 june and 30 september you do not need to book your walk. If you have limited time or just want to be able to say youve done the track then do the bare bones option. Overland park, ks weather conditions weather underground. The overland track tasmania 14 27 april 2014 david. The issue with the overland track is the wide variety of weather conditions. The weather is not always warm enough to dry off your socks from the day before and.
When is the best time to walk the overland track tasmanian. The best time to hike the overland track is in the tasmanian summer and fall between december and april. Get the monthly weather forecast for overland park, ks, including. The ultimate guide to the overland track in tasmania. Overland track bushwalk tasmania australia booking forum. This guidebook covers the iconic overland track in tasmanias stunning cradle mountainlake st clair national park. Overland track is a 65km, grade 4 one way hike located in cradle. The overland track tasmania gear list, food prep, snow. Tasmanias overland track is famous the world over and our signature trip is the way to experience it in classic style. World austalasia australia overland one of the best hikes in the world overland track warwick sprawson. Past weather in overland park, kansas, usa yesterday or.
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