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Devonport to Cradle Valley

Difficulty: Trek rating 1 of 5 - Click for details   Suitable for: 4WD AWD 2WD Caravan Camper Motorhome Bike 
This trek takes you on the wonderful ‘Treasure Trail’ - a diverse region of charming old towns, farmlands, forests and World Heritage Area wilderness, and welcoming people of Tasmania.
StartClick to Reverse the Dynamic Map and Driving NotesEast Devonport
Trek
FinishCradle Valley
Distance86.43 kmMinimum Days1
Average Speed61.07 km/hrDriving Time1 hr 24 min
Article By: ExplorOz Team   Updated: 13 Jun 2008
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 Description

This trek note begins at the historic port town of Devonport which is the port where you would have docked from one of the vehicle carrying ferries aptly named ‘Spirit of Tasmania’. After passing quarantine, you head south towards the historic and artistic town of Sheffield. This old farming town which is concealed amongst the foothills of Mount Roland, features a beautiful display of murals that illustrate the history of the Kentish district. There are many galleries and you may even meet the local artists and watch them work.

So far you would have experienced a region filled with gorgeous rolling hills, fertile pastures and farming hamlets. Travelling from Sheffield, this environment eventually changes to deep wilderness as you head towards Middlesex Plains and then onto Cradle Valley. This valley lies within the Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park which features Dove Lake and the savage but spectacular Cradle Mountain.

The trek itself finishes not far from the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre which is located just inside the national park entrance. Please note that camping is not allowed in the day use area around Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain itself and you do need a park entry permit to enter. For more information on accommodation or permits, please contact the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre on: (03) 6492 1110.

 Interactive Route Map

East DevonportQuoibaSpreytonLower BarringtonSheffieldClaude RoadO'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & CampGowrie ParkCethanaMoinaDaisy DellC132 & Cradle Mountain RoadCradle Valley
East Devonport
East Devonport Quarantine Checkpoint Located at the Devonport terminal, passengers disembarking the Spirit of Tasmania ferries on arrival in Devonport will be guided through the checkpoints. Strict quarantine regulations apply in Tasmania. See [LINK]http://www.dpiw.tas.gov.
Features: Populated PlaceService Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park River Crossing Quarantine Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
Position: 146.3696ºE   41.1792ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Quoiba
Distance: 5.99km
Average Speed: 52.64km/h
Quoiba
Quoiba is located midway between the towns of Spreyton and Devonport in north western Tasmania.
Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.3446ºE   41.2077ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Spreyton
Distance: 1.63km
Average Speed: 59.48km/h
Spreyton
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Features: Populated PlaceResort,Motel
Position: 146.3476ºE   41.2219ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Lower Barrington
Distance: 10.95km
Average Speed: 51.01km/h
Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.2874ºE   41.2945ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Sheffield
Distance: 12.17km
Average Speed: 80.02km/h
Sheffield
This old farming town which is concealed amongst the foothills of Mount Roland, features a beautiful display of murals that illustrate the history of the Kentish district. There are many galleries and you may even meet the local artists and watch them work.
Features: Populated PlaceService Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Police Station Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
Position: 146.3253ºE   41.3821ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Claude Road
Distance: 11.12km
Average Speed: 56.74km/h
Claude Road
No description entered. Enter description or photos.
Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.2761ºE   41.4339ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: O'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & Camp
Distance: 6.55km
Average Speed: 87.98km/h
O'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & Camp
This roadside stop on the C136 (Claude Rd) near Gowrie Park is the ideal camping location for those on tour in the region with their own camping gear, campervan, caravan or motorhome. A large, grassy area set back from the road in a delightful setting. Track leads back off road.
Features: P-BayCamp Free
Position: 146.2190ºE   41.4674ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Gowrie Park
Distance: 0.3km
Average Speed: 62.17km/h
Gowrie Park
No description entered. Enter description or photos.
Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.2162ºE   41.4691ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Cethana
Distance: 4.77km
Average Speed: 59.33km/h
Cethana
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Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.1646ºE   41.4769ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Moina
Distance: 9.82km
Average Speed: 33.03km/h
Moina
The little township of Moina is located in high country and is centrally located to many of the region's varied attractions, including Cradle Mountain - a 30 minute drive away.
Features: Populated PlaceResort,Motel
Position: 146.0952ºE   41.4752ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Daisy Dell
Distance: 10.09km
Average Speed: 54.42km/h
Daisy Dell
No description entered. Enter description or photos.
Features: Populated Place
Position: 146.0632ºE   41.5513ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: C132 & Cradle Mountain Road
Distance: 10.66km
Average Speed: 75.61km/h
C132 & Cradle Mountain Road
Cradle Mountain National Park is 13km south of this point.
Features: Junction,Intersection,Turn Off
Position: 145.9503ºE   41.5564ºS (GDA 94)
Next Place: Cradle Valley
Distance: 2.37km
Average Speed: 60.45km/h
Cradle Valley
Cradle Valley is the accommodation centre for visitors to Cradle Mountain National Park.
Features: National Parks,ReservesCaravan Park Rubbish Bin,Tip Toilet
Position: 145.9395ºE   41.5745ºS (GDA 94)

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 Permits

Entry into Tasmania’s National Parks including Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park requires a Park Pass. Prices are as follows :-
  • Daily (24hrs) parks pass for one vehicle (up to 8 people) costs $22

  • Daily (24hrs) parks pass for a single hiker, bus occupant, bike rider costs $11

  • Holiday (up to 8 weeks) parks pass for one vehicle (up to 8 people) costs $56

  • Holiday (up to 8 weeks) parks pass for a single hiker, bus occupant, bike rider costs $28
More information can be found by clicking: Tasmanian National Parks Entry Fees

 Things to See & Do
Cradle Valley   RatingRating
National Parks,Reserves Caravan Park Rubbish Bin,Tip Toilet
Cradle Valley is the accommodation centre for visitors to Cradle Mountain National Park. There is no camping within the National Park itself but the Cradle Mountain Tourist Park & Camp Ground caters to tourists that are self-sufficient with camp gear or numerous lodges and cottages for those that prefer more upmarket accommodation.
East Devonport   
Populated Place Service Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park River Crossing Quarantine Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
East Devonport Quarantine Checkpoint Located at the Devonport terminal, passengers disembarking the Spirit of Tasmania ferries on arrival in Devonport will be guided through the checkpoints. Strict quarantine regulations apply in Tasmania. See [LINK]http://www.dpiw.tas.gov.au/inter.nsf/WebPages/EGIL-56FW46?open,list of what you can/can't bring into Tasmania.[/LINK]
Sheffield   
Populated Place Service Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Police Station Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
This old farming town which is concealed amongst the foothills of Mount Roland, features a beautiful display of murals that illustrate the history of the Kentish district. There are many galleries and you may even meet the local artists and watch them work.

 Preparation

Make sure you are well stocked up with fuel and supplies such as food and water. During the winter months it can get very cold (near zero degrees) so if travelling during this time, it is essential to bring adequate clothing. If you are thinking of going hiking - bring suitable hiking equipment such as hiking boots, hat and sunscreen and consider taking a handheld UHF Radio and GPS Units. You could also consider carrying a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Fuel Supplies & Usage

Fuel SymbolEast Devonport, Sheffield Diesel4cyl 12 litres ULP4cyl 14 litres LPG4cyl 17 litres
6cyl 13 litres6cyl 16 litres6cyl 15 litres
8cyl 14 litres8cyl 14 litres
Usage is averaged from TrekFuel (* specific to trek) submissions and calculated based on trek distance.

Best Time To Visit

The warmer summer months are the best time to travel to Cradle Valley as it can get very cold during the winter months.

Closest Climatic Station

Forthside Research Station
Distance from Trek Mid Point 21.35km NE
 JanFebMarAprMayJun JulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C 20.621.019.816.9 14.412.211.512.1 13.315.417.118.9
Mean Min. °C 11.011.610.48.2 6.24.13.64.2 4.96.28.19.6
Mean Rain mm 52.944.753.873.8 88.599.9123.9113.7 94.984.573.167.9
    Best time to travel      Ok time to travel      Travel NOT recommended

Services & Supplies

The following locations have various services and supplies: East Devonport, Sheffield

 Camp Sites & Accomodation
Cradle Valley   RatingRating
National Parks,Reserves Caravan Park Rubbish Bin,Tip Toilet
Cradle Valley is the accommodation centre for visitors to Cradle Mountain National Park. There is no camping within the National Park itself but the Cradle Mountain Tourist Park & Camp Ground caters to tourists that are self-sufficient with camp gear or numerous lodges and cottages for those that prefer more upmarket accommodation.
East Devonport   
Populated Place Service Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park River Crossing Quarantine Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
East Devonport Quarantine Checkpoint Located at the Devonport terminal, passengers disembarking the Spirit of Tasmania ferries on arrival in Devonport will be guided through the checkpoints. Strict quarantine regulations apply in Tasmania. See [LINK]http://www.dpiw.tas.gov.au/inter.nsf/WebPages/EGIL-56FW46?open,list of what you can/can't bring into Tasmania.[/LINK]
Spreyton   
Populated Place Resort,Motel
No description entered. Enter description or photos.
O'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & Camp   
P-Bay Camp Free
This roadside stop on the C136 (Claude Rd) near Gowrie Park is the ideal camping location for those on tour in the region with their own camping gear, campervan, caravan or motorhome. A large, grassy area set back from the road in a delightful setting. Track leads back off road.
Sheffield   
Populated Place Service Station,Roadhouse Caravan Park Fuel Water Supply Toilet Pub Food,Shopping Camp Fee Police Station Medical Services Resort,Motel Point of Interest
This old farming town which is concealed amongst the foothills of Mount Roland, features a beautiful display of murals that illustrate the history of the Kentish district. There are many galleries and you may even meet the local artists and watch them work.
Moina   
Populated Place Resort,Motel
The little township of Moina is located in high country and is centrally located to many of the region's varied attractions, including Cradle Mountain - a 30 minute drive away.

 Environment

Travelling along Sheffield Road, you should experience rolling hills of lush green and fertile pastures passing many little towns including farming hamlets and enclaves. As you leave the town of Sheffield on Claude Road and pass Mount Roland, the farming pastures begin to diminish and make way for wilderness of valleys and thick dark forests. Middlesex Plains offer a reprieve from the undulating terrain and forests until you head towards Cradle Valley which offers spectacular scenery.

 Driving Directions
Time
Direction
Distance
East Devonport to Quoiba 5.99 km SW 213° 6 min
Quoiba to Spreyton 1.63 km S 171° 1 min
Spreyton to Lower Barrington 10.95 km SW 212° 12 min
Lower Barrington to Sheffield 12.17 km S 162° 9 min
Sheffield to Claude Road 11.12 km SW 215° 11 min
Claude Road to O'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & Camp 6.55 km SW 232° 4 min
O'Neil's Creek Parking Bay & Camp to Gowrie Park 0.3 km SW 232°
Gowrie Park to Cethana 4.77 km W 259° 4 min
Cethana to Moina 9.82 km W 272° 17 min
Moina to Daisy Dell 10.09 km S 197° 11 min
Daisy Dell to C132 & Cradle Mountain Road 10.66 km W 266° 8 min
C132 & Cradle Mountain Road to Cradle Valley 2.37 km SW 204° 2 min
East Devonport to Cradle Valley 86.43 km     1 hr 24 min
Distance is GPS recorded driving distance (not straight line), Direction is straight line from start to end, Time is calculated from actual GPS driving data.

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