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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

01:43

5.20km

220m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.02 km

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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1.75 km

View of Kings Bridge from Cataract Gorge Walk Lookout

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2.12 km

Cataract Walk

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The sealed Cataract Walk is the most accessible within Cataract Gorge, linking Kings Bridge to First Basin with elevated views along the cliffs. From there, you can continue on the …

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2.43 km

View of Gorge Scenic Chairlift from First Basin Waterfront

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This is a great spot that captures the iconic Gorge Scenic Chairlift spanning the dramatic cliffs of Cataract Gorge. From the waterside at First Basin, the chairlift glides above the …

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2.70 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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3.70 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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4.94 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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5.20 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.27 km

919 m

Surfaces

1.55 km

1.50 km

919 m

845 m

251 m

117 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Monday 20 July

15°C

8°C

71 %

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Zig Zag Track – Sentinel Lookout loop from Launceston

Zig Zag Track

View of Kings Bridge from Cataract Gorge Walk Lookout

Cataract Walk

View of Gorge Scenic Chairlift from First Basin Waterfront

Cataract Gorge Suspension Bridge

Sentinel Lookout

Gorge Scenic Chairlift

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