Devils Gullet State Reserve, Nature reserve in Meander Valley, Tasmania, Australia
Devils Gullet State Reserve is a protected natural area featuring steep dolerite cliffs that rise 220 meters (720 feet) and are topped with alpine forest. The formation sits on Tasmania's Central Plateau, commanding views across surrounding mountains and river valleys.
The reserve was established in 1972 and added to the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area in 1982. The designation reflected its geological significance as ancient formations from the break-up of the supercontinent Gondwana.
The area serves as an educational site where researchers and visitors study the geological patterns and natural habitats of Tasmanian native species.
A short boardwalk from the parking area takes about 20 minutes to complete and includes observation platforms at the cliffs. The path is straightforward and provides close access to the rock faces along with expansive views across the plateau.
The cliffs provide views across the remote plateau with no visible human structures extending for kilometers in all directions. This largely undeveloped landscape conveys a sense of isolation and scale within the Tasmanian Wilderness.
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