Best trails in Rocky Cape National Park
Rocky Cape National Park is located on Bass Strait, on the North West Coast of Tasmania. Its landscape consists of rocky coast lines, caves and secluded beaches that were used by the Aboriginal Tasmanians in the past.
Top trails
1
(177)
•Moderate
•4.2 mi
•Est. 2h 33m
This is one of the shorter and easier day walks in the south section of Rocky Cape National Park in north west Tasmania.
Access the car park via Sisters Beach and Irby Boulevard. The beach walk along Anniversary Bay provides amazing views over beautiful blue waters. In Spring you'll likely be treated to an array of colourful wildflowers through the coastal shrub.
2
(129)
•Moderate
•1.6 mi
•Est. 57m
This trail takes you via Banksia Grove, true to its name it is a large collection of banksias Then you’ll take the track towards the coast arriving at Lee Archer Cave, an Aboriginal shelter. A platform allows viewing of the cave while protecting midden material. Please keep to this platform. After returning to the trail junction, it climbs down to Wet Cave, from the track drops down to the coast before returning to the Sisters Beach
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3
(118)
•Moderate
•5.8 mi
•Est. 3h 28m
This is an easy-to-follow and picturesque coastal walk around Rocky Cape National Park in north west Tasmania.
The path flows through low coastal shrubs, rolling hills, and valleys with great views of the ocean and Bass Strait. It is recommended to wear long pants or trousers as large sections of the path are overgrown. Cathedral Rocks and Tinkers Lookout both provide spectacular views from varying perspectives.
4
(62)
•Moderate
•3.9 mi
•Est. 2h 8m
The breathtaking Cathedral Rock Track is the perfect way to explore Rocky Cape National Park. The trail has a great mix of expansive ocean views and lovely rolling hills.
The vegetation in the area is spectacular with lots of bushes and other flowering plants. Christmas bells are put on beautiful displays from spring to summer. frequently with tea trees, boronia, and heath.
5
(55)
•Moderate
•4.4 mi
•Est. 2h 34m
This is a stellar coastal track that connects Sisters Beach and Boat Harbour in Northwest Tasmania.
Great views extend over the Bass Straight and the nearby Sisters Island. Pass by some secluded sandy beaches and coves as well as some rocky tidal zones on this traverse. Be aware of the tides as there are alternate inland tracks available during high tides.
6
(67)
•Hard
•10.3 mi
•Est. 5h 42m
This challenging circuit pieces together some rocky and difficult coastal walking with an inland track through native shrub to make for an outstanding day walk in Rocky Cape National Park in north west Tasmania.
The recommended direction is clockwise so you can tackle the more difficult coastal section first, and then take the inland track as your return leg. Gaiters or long pants/trousers are recommended as there are some large swaths of track that are overgrown. The hard work is definitely...
7
(34)
•Easy
•0.7 mi
•Est. 17m
The North Cave Track is a short and well-formed trail that takes you to a viewing platform where you can take in the views over Cave Bay and North Cave.
No access is allowed to North Cave as it holds distinct Aboriginal Cultural significance. Parking is available in small pull outs on Rocky Cape Road in the north end of the park.
8
(17)
•Hard
•11.4 mi
Along this inland coastal circuit of the Rocky Cape National Park starting at Sisters Beach, you'll catch great views, especially from Tinkers Lookout. The trail can get a little muddy in sections and returning section along the Rocky Cape Coastal Route track can be an occasional scramble and rock climb depending on the tides. There is a short out and back detour toward the end of the circuit that goes out to the Lee-Archer Cave, which can be dramatic when lit by the sun from various angles....
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(8)
•Moderate
•2.4 mi
•Est. 1h 31m
Get ready for a walk with some seriously stunning Tassie coastline. This bushwalk in Rocky Cape National Park takes you up Broadview Hill for amazing views over Bass Strait, then down to the beautiful and secluded Anniversary Bay. In spring and summer, the hills come alive with colourful wildflowers, making it an extra special trip. It's a bit of a climb in parts, but the views are well and truly worth it.
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(26)
•Moderate
•0.3 mi
•Est. 10m
This short and well-formed track takes you to the South Cave Aboriginal Shelter on the coast of Rocky Cape National Park in north west Tasmania.
Access the track via the Burgess Cove car park and follow the short path up some rock steps to a viewing platform. The platform also allows for stellar views out over the cape and rocky coastlines below. Take care on the walk down on the rock steps.
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Trail reviews for Rocky Cape National Park
The Rocky Cape circuit walk was great. This was my second time and this time the weather was more favourable and lended itself to some great photo opportunities. I found the track lived up to its "hard" rating, although I'm sure the really seasoned walker would probably say it was moderate at the most. There are a couple of negatives that could make the experience better: a) Inland track was badly overgrown in places, making it impossible to spot snakes or trip hazards. b) On high tide the coastal track was difficult to follow when trying to find a way past the many sharp rock formations along the coast. Some people had tried to help by marking entry and exit points with ribbon, but this could done so much better by the Park Rangers.
Parking: Permit required, Free, Medium lot
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Rocky Cape National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Rocky Cape National Park is Anniversary Bay Circuit, which has a 4.7 star rating from 177 reviews. This trail is 4.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,263 ft.
What is the longest trail in Rocky Cape National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Rocky Cape National Park is Sisters Beach to Tinkers Lookout and Cathedral Rocks Circuit. This trail is estimated to be 11.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Rocky Cape National Park?
There are 13 trails in Rocky Cape National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 724 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Rocky Cape National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Rocky Cape National Park has you covered. Sisters Beach to Tinkers Lookout and Cathedral Rocks Circuit boasts the most elevation gain with 3,353 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rocky Cape Circuit, which will get you 2,621 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Rocky Cape National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Rocky Cape National Park which is Postmans Track with an average 4.2 star rating from 10 community reviews.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Rocky Cape National Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a waterfall in Rocky Cape National Park: Doone Falls via Anniversary Bay Trail.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Rocky Cape National Park?
Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Rocky Cape National Park, including Anniversary Bay Circuit, Cathedral Hill, Tinkers Lookout, and Cathedral Rocks Loop, Cathedral Rocks Track, Rocky Cape Circuit, and North Cave Track.
Are there any trails with caves in Rocky Cape National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with caves in Rocky Cape National Park, including Banksia Grove and Caves Circuit, North Cave Track, Sisters Beach to Tinkers Lookout and Cathedral Rocks Circuit, and South Cave Aboriginal Shelter via South Cave Track.