THE GORGE & CHAIRLIFT
Location Details
GETTING HERE
The Gorge and Chairlift are only 1.5 kms from the city centre with car parks on both the northern and southern side of the Gorge. If you want to walk from your city accommodation, it will take approximately 15-20 mins from the Kings Bridge Gorge Reserve Entry, into the Cliff Grounds along the cataract walk.
TASMANIA
Launceston
PARKING
THERE ARE TWO CARPARKS
WITHIN THE CATARACT RESERVE
BASIN ROAD CARPARK
Known as the main carpark for the Gorge
Located at 69 Basin road, West Launceston
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Closest access to the Chairlift plus easy access into the reserve. Via an Inclinator if required.
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Approximately 200 car spaces – these include :
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Oversize vehicle spaces
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Electric car charge facilities
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Disabled parking
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Motor bike parking
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Motor home parking
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COST : From $1.00 per hour | $6.00 all day
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OPENING HOURS : 7am – 10pm | Locked overnight
CLIFF GROUNDS CARPARK
Known as the Maple steps carpark.
Located on Gorge Road, Trevallyn
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Provides steep access into the reserve via steps. A reasonable level of fitness is required.
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Approximately 19 car spaces :
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NO Oversize vehicle spaces
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NO Electric car charge facilities
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NO Disabled parking
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NO Motor bike parking
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NO Motor home parking
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COST : No charges apply
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OPENING HOURS : All Hours
THE CATARACT
GORGE RESERVE
Launceston's own piece of wilderness just 15 minutes walk from the city centre.
Here you'll find a variety of attractions and activities such as:
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Inclinator for easy access
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Walking and hiking trails
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Panoramic lookouts with spectacular views
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The world's longest single span chairlift
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Swimming pool and fresh water basin
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Playground and lush green grass
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Restaurant, kiosk, cafe & BBQ facilities
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Peacocks & native wildlife
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Picturesque gardens & native bushland
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Suspension bridge
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Duck Reach Interpretation Centre
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