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Bordering this region to the east and north are the snow capped peaks of the highlands, known as the Great Western Tiers. Rising to over 1400m above sea level this mountain range houses magnificent high altitude lakes and its unique beauty attracts trekkers and climbers the world over.


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You can view the mountains from Lake St Clair (Australia's deepest freshwater lake) and the freshwater lakes in the plains beyond make this area extremely popular for recreational fishing. Zip up and chill out with the fly fishermen sporting for trout.

To the south through the wilderness of Mt Field National Park lie the dark waters of Lake Gordon which is also bordered by Wild Rivers and South West National Parks. This large expanse of water is fed by several waterways including the falls of Mt Field National Park which is one of the most popular National Parks in Tasmania. Visit Russell Falls, Lady Baron Falls, or Horseshoe Falls with many scenic walking tracks to enjoy.   

To the west of the plateau Walls of Jerusalem National Park is inaccessible by car and experienced hikers are advised to take all necessary precautions. This area is high country, mountainous and covered with dense forest. The views across the ranges and lakes are spectacular from here however. a guided tour is definitely recommended.  

 

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Trout Fishing Safaris of Tasmania - A fantastic wilderness escape into Tasmania's central highlands. Your guide Bill Beck is widely regarded as one of the best fish catching guides in Tasmania. 

Alluring Trout Tours - Our team of specialist guides have spent a lifetime fishing and exploring the many pristine lakes and rivers offering wild brown, rainbow trout & salmon.  

Peregrine 7 day Franklin Rafting Adventure - This seven-day adventure takes in the beautiful upper and middle reaches of the Franklin River.  As well as rafting through Tasmania's most spectacular gorges, your journey includes the opportunity to attempt a day walk to the imposing Frenchman's Cap.

Peregrine 10 day Franklin Rafting Adventure - This is the 10 day version of the above tour. If it were our choice, we would stay away from the office and civilisation as long as possible and take this option. 

Wild Trout Tasmania - The countryside here in Tasmania is beautiful, the people are friendly and helpful, and of course the fishing is fantastic. We can book all your accommodation and supply you with all of the necessary fishing equipment. 

 

Dragonfly Trout Fishing Adventures - Departing from Hobart and Launceston. Our guides specialize in polarising and backpacking the remote Western Lakes, hatch driven dry fly fishing on the Highland  Lakes, and sea-trout/salmon fishing in the southern estuaries. Owner/ Guide Chris Hill 1997 Australian Fly Fishing Champion.

 

 

 

This information has been offered in good humour although Trout Fishing Safaris will get 
you the best fish in the high country. 

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Open for lunches, morning and afternoon teas. Open 7 nights for dinner.

Just over an hour's drive from Hobart 10 minutes past Mount Field National Park on the Tyenna River and the Derwent Valley Railway  Line the last stop on the road to the South-West WHA and the Styx Valley where the tallest flowering trees in the world grow (and are continuing to be felled.
 

The Shack
If you catch a glimpse of a red light shining through the trees you may have stumbled upon Tassies Wilderness Casino or you're merely delirious from exposure.

 

You wouldn't want to consider 'other' here, so don't get yourself lost. This area is awesome in its beauty but make sure you hike well prepared and that you register entry into the National Parks at the ranger's stations if going it alone.

 

 

Tyenna Valley Lodge - Sorry, no casinos or dancing girls - the night life here is largely furry and marsupial, but if you're after a NATURAL experience - clean air, beautiful scenery, rushing rivers, towering mountains, waterfalls and juicy rainforest, look no further!!





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