Cataract Gorge, Nature reserve gorge in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.
The South Esk River flows through this forested gorge, creating a deep canyon with steep cliffs and diverse vegetation stretching over 5 kilometers.
William Collins first documented the gorge in 1804, leading to the construction of Kings Bridge in 1867 to connect both sides of this natural formation.
The palawa, Tasmania's Aboriginal people, maintain strong connections to this land where peacocks now roam freely among Victorian-era gardens.
Visitors can access multiple walking paths, including the Cataract Walk and Zig Zag Track, leading from Kings Bridge to the First Basin area.
The chairlift system spans 457 meters across the gorge, making it the longest single-span chairlift in the world, offering views of native wildlife.
Location: Tasmania
Elevation above the sea: 11 m
GPS coordinates: -41.44611,147.11944
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:20
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