Is the Overland Track hard?

How Difficult is the Overland Track? If you’ve never done a multi-day hike before, you may find the Overland Track quite difficult. But for most fit people and experienced hikers, I’d say the Overland Track is a moderate hike. However, adverse weather conditions can quickly turn it into a difficult one.

Is the Overland Track worth it?

Yes, it’s worth paying $200 for the Overland Track permit Limiting the number of trekkers (34/day) and instating a fee prevents overcrowding on the trail, which means less danger to the wildlife along it.

Can you do the Overland Track for free?

​Everyone planning to go on the Overland Track is required to book online, in advance (including payment) – at least 24 hours prior to your departure date. The starting point is Cradle Mountain and you will move from north to finish in the south (Lake St Clair). A current National Parks Pass is required.

How quick can you do the Overland Track?

The Overland Track is officially 65km long from Cradle Mountain to Lake St Clair and most people traverse the park in 6 days. However, the Overland Track can be done in as little as 7 hours and 25 mins (the record) if you are a fast walker with determination or can be extended a further 17km for another day of hiking.

Can you do the Overland Track in 4 days?

If you want to go even faster, you can complete the Overland Track in 4 days. You may not have time for many side trips and you’ll be spending most of each day on the track.

Are there snakes at Cradle Mountain?

In spite of our generally cool climate, Tasmania is home to a number of reptiles and amphibians. At Cradle Mountain, these range from small, jewel-coloured skinks to a variety of frogs and three species of snake.

Can you camp anywhere on the Overland Track?

You are permitted to camp informally anywhere along the Overland Track after Waterfall Valley as long as you follow Leave No Trace practices.

Can you drink the water on the Overland Track?

Tasmania prides itself on clean pure water and most of the water along the track is safe to drink without purifying. Fresh rainwater tanks supplied by Parks and Wildlife can be found at each of the campsites, and you can also fill up your water bottle at many of the springs along the way.

Are there any crocodiles in Tasmania?

Crocodiles do not occur in Tasmania naturally but they have been kept in private homes in the state before. A shop in Launceston’s George St used to sell baby crocodiles as luxury pets.

Are there pythons in Tasmania?

In Tasmania, Carpet Pythons are controlled animals under the Nature Conservation Act 2002. This risk assessment concludes that Carpet Pythons are a serious threat to Tasmania and proposes that imports be restricted to those licence holders approved for keeping serious threat species.