Top 5 Lakes around Hobart

Around Hobart, you can discover a diverse range of lakes, including alpine lakes like Lake Fenton, large dammed water bodies such as Meadowbank Lake, Lake Pedder, and Lake Gordon, and unique natural flooded sinkholes like Duckhole Lake. Each offers distinct landscapes and activities.

Yes, several lakes offer easy walking trails. Lake Fenton features boardwalks and short tracks for easy exploration in an alpine setting. Duckhole Lake has an easy-grade 4 km return journey through temperate rainforest. The Around the Lake Trail also offers a pleasant walk with opportunities for birdwatching.

Meadowbank Lake is particularly popular for fishing, stocked with brown trout, rainbow trout, Atlantic salmon, redfin, or tench. Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon are also renowned as excellent wild trout fisheries, considered a mecca for fishermen in the state. For more detailed information on Lake Pedder, you can visit ifs.tas.gov.au, and for Lake Gordon, see ifs.tas.gov.au.

The best time to visit depends on your interests. For witnessing the golden fagus display at Lake Fenton, autumn is ideal. For mild temperatures and vibrant rainforest at Duckhole Lake, spring and autumn are recommended. Generally, spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for outdoor activities.

Yes, Meadowbank Lake offers picnic and barbecue areas, making it suitable for families. The easy walk to Duckhole Lake is also family-friendly. Additionally, Lake Wilderness is known to be family-friendly and offers viewpoints.

Lake Fenton, located high in the alpine section of Mt Field National Park, offers easy access to 'big mountain' scenery. You can step directly into an alpine landscape from your car, with boardwalks and short tracks for exploration.

Lake Fenton is known for its ancient plants, low, windswept snow gums, and the golden fagus display in autumn. Duckhole Lake is a naturally formed flooded sinkhole surrounded by lush temperate rainforest. Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon, while dammed, are set amidst rugged mountain ranges and form Australia's largest inland freshwater storage.

Yes, Meadowbank Lake is a popular spot where water-skiing, canoeing, and swimming are enjoyed. It also provides boat launching facilities.

Yes, the region around Hobart offers various routes for outdoor activities. You can find options for gravel biking, running, and cycling, with routes like the Lake Wilderness – Cedar River Trail loop available.

Lake Gordon, created by the Gordon Dam, offers an impressive experience. You can walk along the crest of the mighty Gordon Dam, which is Australia's highest arch dam, providing epic views of Lake Gordon and the surrounding cliffs.

Duckhole Lake is described as a tranquil and picturesque escape, ideal for photography, birdwatching, or simply relaxing and enjoying the natural beauty of its still waters reflecting the surrounding rainforest.

The East Fork Trail is a quiet forest trail featuring small creeks and ponds. The Around the Lake Trail also showcases picturesque lakes and lush forest vegetation, perfect for birdwatching.