Hobart Rivulet Track
Walking RouteThis highly tranquil path follows the gentle flow of the city's original fresh water source up into the foothills. Leaving the concrete city behind, the landscape quickly transforms into a lush, green corridor filled with weeping willows and native flora. It is famously one of the best places in the entire country to spot wild platypuses right inside an urban environment. The track is shaded, cool, and incredibly peaceful, making you forget you are in a capital city. It feels like a secret garden path leading toward the mountain.
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ELEVATION PROFILE
WHY WE LOVE THIS ROUTE
It is an incredibly rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful nature walk, spot elusive wildlife, and explore significant heritage sites without ever needing to get into a car.
WALKER'S FIELD NOTES
- • If you are hoping to spot a platypus, walk quietly and keep your eyes peeled for small bubbles and ripples near the muddy banks.
- • The track ends conveniently right near a famous brewery, making a cold local beer the perfect reward for the walk.
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Cascade Brewery
A magnificent, gothic style sandstone building sitting grandly at the base of the towering mountain. The heritage gardens surrounding this historic manufacturing site are incredibly lush and beautifully maintained.
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ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Listed On The Tasmanian Heritage Register
to next stop - 2UNESCO HERITAGE SITE
Cascades Female Factory
The stark, walled remains of a notoriously harsh penal institution built to house female convicts. The guided tours here provide profound, emotional insights into a largely forgotten chapter of colonial history.
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1828, making it 198 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Listed On The Australian National Heritage ListListed On The Tasmanian Heritage RegisterPart Of Unesco World Heritage Site
WEB & AMENITIES
Other Walking Routes
Check out other routes in Hobart
Battery Point Historic Walk
This incredibly charming stroll takes you through one of the oldest and most perfectly preserved colonial suburbs in the country. The narrow, winding streets are lined with quaint Georgian cottages, grand sea captain mansions, and blooming rose gardens. There is a profound sense of history in every stone wall and timber picket fence. You will frequently stumble upon hidden laneways and small artisan bakeries tucked away in residential streets. It genuinely feels like stepping onto a nineteenth century film set.
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Hobart Waterfront Stroll
A wonderfully vibrant walk that hugs the edge of the working harbour, where the city meets the sea. You will pass fleets of fishing boats, massive icebreakers, and elegant wooden yachts bobbing in the tide. The smell of salt water mixes with the aromas of fresh seafood coming from the floating punts. There are fantastic bronze sculptures and heritage plaques scattered along the route detailing the maritime history. It is the absolute heartbeat of the city, constantly full of life and activity.
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Alternative Ways to Tour the City
Switch your pace. Discover curated routes by bike, foot, or self-guided exploration.
Eastern Shore Trail
Riding along the opposite side of the estuary provides the absolute best panoramic views of the city skyline and the mountain. The path hugs the shoreline, passing through quiet coastal villages and sweeping beaches. It is incredibly flat and captures the brilliant sunshine for most of the day. You will pass historic military batteries and modern yacht clubs while watching the ferries zip back and forth. It is a wonderfully relaxing way to experience the broader geographical layout of the region.
Antarctic Gateway Tour
This fascinating journey traces the city's profound and ongoing connection to the frozen continent of Antarctica. You will explore the exact locations where legendary explorers provisioned their ships and made their final farewells before braving the Southern Ocean. The route highlights specific monuments, specialised museums, and the modern infrastructure that still supports polar science today. It highlights how this small southern port played an outsized role in global geographical discovery. The stories of endurance and survival tied to these streets are genuinely awe inspiring.