Australia · Tasmania
Cradle Mountain
Iconic Dove Lake circuit walk beneath the jagged dolerite spires of Cradle Mountain.
About Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain is the iconic image of Tasmania — a jagged dolerite peak rising above the still waters of Dove Lake, set in a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness of buttongrass plains, rainforest pockets and alpine tarns.
The 6km Dove Lake Circuit is one of Australia's great short walks — easy, level and entirely on boardwalk, with the famous Cradle reflection visible from start to finish.
While You're There
What to See & Do
- Dove Lake Circuit (6km, 2–3 hours)
- Iconic Cradle Mountain reflection
- Wombats grazing in the alpine plains at dusk
- Tasmanian devil sanctuary nearby
- Cradle Mountain Lodge for luxury group stays
How We Can Arrange It
We'll Take Care of the Details
As your booking agent, Mercury Pacific can include Cradle Mountain in your tailored itinerary. Here's what we'll handle and advise on so you can simply enjoy the experience:
Weather changes fast — pack layers and a windproof
Shuttle bus from the visitor centre runs every 10 minutes
Look for wombats grazing at dawn and dusk
Every detail — bookings, timings and transfers — is arranged for you as part of your Mercury Pacific tour.
When to Visit
December to March — long days and most stable weather.
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