Morning Walk in Launceston

I had less than 24 hours in Launceston, with very little time to sight see. Not one to waste an opportunity, I took my morning walk to the gorgeous Cataract Gorge.

It's about 15 minutes from Seaport to the Zig Zag track, with many scenic spots to photograph along the way.  

The track itself is 10-15 mins, depending how much you slow down with the constant steps. It's pretty much all uphill, so while not difficult, it will get your heart rate up.

The total walk itself though to the Zig Zag lookout is less than a 4km round trip. 

The view was lovely and has made me want to return, to explore the gorge properly, maybe swim and definately catch the chair lift. 

The walk back to the hotel was much quicker so I think the whole outing, including sitting down for a coffee at the juice joint near the Stillwater restaurant took an hour and  20 mins. (Allow 30 mins for the walk each way - however, if you have the time, do more than just the Zig Zag Lookout and go down into the Gorge).

 

There are great views back up the river and with the clouds rolling in over the mountains.

It was a really lovely start to the day. 

Practicalities:

The Cataract Gorge

Destination Launceston

Further Reading: 

Dining in Hobart

Cubed

Hobart - a morning walk

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