Horsetail Falls, Seasonal waterfall near Queenstown, Tasmania
The waterfall descends through multiple tiers along Moore Creek, creating white streams of water against the rocky surfaces of Mount Owen.
The Tasmanian government constructed the walking track to Horsetail Falls in 2017 following the temporary closure of Mount Lyell Mine.
The falls serve as a natural landmark in the mining region, where copper extraction transformed the surrounding landscape into exposed rock formations.
The boardwalk path extends 1.6 kilometers return from the parking area on Lyell Highway, featuring handrails and wheelchair accessibility to the main lookout.
Water flows prominently for six months of the year, particularly visible during winter and spring when rainfall increases the creek volume.
GPS coordinates: -42.08104,145.59029
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:18
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