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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

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Australia
Tasmania

Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

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27

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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

02:59

23.5km

600m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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169 m

View of the Tamar River

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2

907 m

South Esk River

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The South Esk River is Tasmania’s longest, flowing from the slopes of Ben Lomond through valleys and towns before joining the Tamar at Launceston. Along its course, it carves Cataract …

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997 m

Zig Zag Track

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Zig Zag Track climbs the southern side of Cataract Gorge Reserve in a series of steady switchbacks, gaining elevation quickly through dry forest. It’s a more challenging option compared to …

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2.01 km

First Basin Swimming Pool

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First Basin Swimming Pool is a public outdoor pool set within Cataract Gorge, nestled along the calm waters of First Basin. Fed by river water and surrounded by lawns and …

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2.40 km

Cataract Gorge Suspension Bridge

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According to records, the gorge, discovered in 1804, is one of the region's most important sights.

There are numerous hiking trails, some singletrack, many suitable for strollers. On the side …

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3.40 km

Sentinel Lookout

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Sentinel Lookout sits high above the South Esk River and offers wide views across the rugged valley of Cataract Gorge Reserve. From the viewing platform, you can look down over …

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4.40 km

Duck Reach Power Station and Suspension Bridge

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Old hydro power station building (impressive engineering feat of the early 19th century) fed by water tunnel drilled through mountain behind. Rebuilt access suspension bridge with original suport towers over river.
Restored building includes museum historical information boards. Free entry.

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21.9 km

Gorge Scenic Chairlift

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The Gorge Scenic Chairlift at Cataract Gorge Reserve offers an easy way to take in the full scale of the gorge from above. Running since 1972, it spans about 457 …

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23.5 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

6.07 km

5.20 km

1.31 km

266 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

5.04 km

3.80 km

2.58 km

586 m

135 m

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Sunday 25 October

16°C

4°C

49 %

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