Meander Forest Reserve Tasmania

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Oct 3, 2021
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Updated: Jan 15

Meander Forest Reserve - Tasmania

Meander Forest Reserve is a spectacular natural area within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, covering around 1,700 hectares of pristine forest. Located just 24 kilometres from Deloraine, the reserve is tucked into the rugged slopes of the Great Western Tiers, offering visitors a serene escape into Tasmania’s unique wilderness.

The reserve is dominated by cool temperate rainforest and wet eucalypt forest, with ancient myrtle, sassafras, and towering eucalypts creating a lush canopy. Winding walking tracks and picnic spots allow visitors to explore the forest, listen to the soothing sounds of birds and rushing streams, and take in sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. Meander Forest Reserve is also a haven for native wildlife, including platypus, wallabies, and a variety of bird species, making it a must-visit destination for bushwalkers, nature photographers, and anyone seeking a peaceful, immersive natural experience in northern Tasmania.

There are many great walks and hikes in the Meander State Reserve. The most popular is the challenging hike to Meander Falls. However, there are several other hikes to impressive waterfalls, including Bastion Cascades, Split Rock Falls & Shower Cave Falls, and Chasm Falls.

Walks & Hikes in Meander Forest Reserve

Bastion Cascades

4 Hours Return - 4 km - Grade 3

Bastion Cascades Track takes you through dense rainforests and beneath massive rock formations to a set of stunning cascades.

This track is steep and rocky in places; be prepared and take care when hiking.

Split Rock Falls and Shower Cave Falls

3 Hours Return - 3 km - Grade 3

The Split Rock Track is a stunning walking trail that leads to Split Rock Falls and Shower Cave Falls. Both waterfalls are best viewed in wetter months; however, the tracks are fun to walk all year round.

The walk to Split Rock is through some challenging uphill terrain, but worth it to view the beautiful Split Rock Falls and Shower Cave Falls.

Meander Falls

6 hours return - 10 km Return - Grade 3

This long 10-kilometre return walk climbs through a beautiful wet forest to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Tasmania. The Meander Falls plunge steeply in two separate tiers through an aperture in the Great Western Tiers.

The track to the falls starts alongside the lovely Meander River and takes approx. Three hours to reach the falls. It is pretty rocky, and there are some steep and muddy sections.

Chasm Falls

3.5 hours return - 4 km Return - Grade 4

Chasm Falls is located on the Ironstone track in the Meander State Forest. The waterfall is formed when the water flows along Smoko Creek. Lower Chasm Falls and Middle Chasm Falls are a short walking distance downstream.