Quamby Bluff

Quamby Bluff is a mountain summit in Tasmania's Great Western Tiers reaching about 1,227 meters (4,026 feet) in height. From the top, views extend across the Tasmanian landscape down to Bass Strait.

The region was home to the Pallittorre Clan, an Aboriginal people who inhabited these lands for over 30,000 years. This long history of settlement gave the area deep significance in Tasmania's past.

The name Quamby comes from the language of Tasmanian Aboriginal people and means a place of rest and favorable camping grounds. Visitors experience this connection as they walk through landscapes that held deep meaning for the Pallittorre Clan for thousands of years.

The walk to the summit covers about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) round trip and takes 3 to 5 hours with an elevation gain of around 523 meters (1,715 feet). The path crosses varied terrain, so sturdy footwear and plenty of water are important to bring.

The walk passes through different forest types, from myrtle woodlands to boulder fields, before reaching a summit marked by a surveying point. This progression shows how the environment changes with altitude and makes the ecological variety of this mountain landscape apparent to visitors.

GPS coordinates: -41.65275,146.69723

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05