Overland Track
Australia · Oceania · Multi-day trek · score 86/100
At a glance
| Countries | Australia |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Tasmania (Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair NP) |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 65 km |
| Typical duration | 5-6 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1250 m |
| Best season | Nov-Apr |
| Start | Ronny Creek (Cradle Mountain) |
| End | Cynthia Bay (Lake St Clair) |
| Permit / guide | Overland Pass booking + national park pass (Oct-May); one-way N-S |
| Special gear | full wet/cold weather kit (tent required) |
Score
86/100
Australia's most famous alpine walk; World Heritage wilderness, huts plus tent sites
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
2024 fee AUD 295 adult Oct-May + parks pass
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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