Penguin Cradle Trail
Reynolds Falls Nature Recreation Area, Tasmania, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Reynolds Falls Nature Recreation Area, Tasmania, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,795 ft (547 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 30 min
- High point
- 3,146 ft (959 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Pandani Grove 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Penguin Cradle Trail
How long is Penguin Cradle Trail?
Penguin Cradle Trail is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,795 ft (547 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,146 ft (959 m).
How hard is Penguin Cradle Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Penguin Cradle Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Penguin Cradle Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Penguin Cradle Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (48% under trees).
What can you do on Penguin Cradle Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Penguin Cradle Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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