This is a short loop through a forest of swamp gums that have been growing for nearly 400 years.

The trees are massive, and the walk is easy enough that most people can do it. It works well as a standalone walk, but you can also link it to Russell Falls and Lady Barron Falls to create the Three Falls Circuit, or add it to Russell Falls for a longer 4.5 km walk.

This walk is ideal if:

Want an easy, accessible walk immersed in the forest

Are interested in seeing some of the oldest living things in Tasmania

Prefer a well-maintained track that doesn’t demand serious fitness

Are travelling with young children or elderly relatives

Want to experience an old-growth forest without a full-day hike

What to Expect

Huge trees, and a beautiful, quiet, forest stroll. The canopy of these giants sits so far above that craning your neck barely helps you see the tops of these trees. If the track is quiet, lie down on the ground and look up—it's the only way to really appreciate the scale.

• Swamp gums over 100 metres tall

• Fallen logs and stumps scattered along the edges, showing the sheer girth of these trees

• A clinometer station to learn how scientists measure the heights of these giants

• Moss and fungi colonizing the dead wood

Best Time to Visit

The Tall Trees walk is accessible year-round, though Mount Field experiences distinct seasons that affect your experience.

Spring (September to November) is when the forest comes alive with bird activity and new growth. The weather is warming up, and the days are getting longer, making it a pleasant time to wander among the giants. Rainfall is moderate, so the track should be in good condition.

Summer (December to February) offers the warmest weather and the most reliable sunshine. This is peak visiting season for Mount Field, so expect the track to be busy. The forest canopy provides plenty of shade, so even on warm days, you'll stay cool among the trees.

Autumn (March to May) brings cooler temperatures and beautiful light filtering through the forest. The days are still reasonably long, and the track remains well-maintained. This is a quieter time to visit than summer.

Winter (June to August) can bring snow to the higher parts of Mount Field, though the Tall Trees walk itself sits lower and is typically accessible. The forest can feel particularly atmospheric on grey days, with mist moving through the canopy. Track conditions should remain good, but days are shorter, so plan your visit accordingly.

Walking Through Tall Trees

The track is straightforward and well-marked, so there's no risk of getting lost. What matters here is the scale of these trees. Some have been growing since 1642, when Abel Tasman first sighted Tasmania nearly 400 years ago.

You'll notice fallen trees scattered along the edges of the track at various stages of decay. It's worth stopping to look at these. They show you just how massive the girth of these trees actually is.

If the track is quiet, lie down on the ground and look up. It's the only way to really see how tall these trees are.

Explore Some More

The Tall Trees loop works well on its own. But if you have more time, you can easily add other walks.

Starting from Russell Falls via the Tall Trees Link Track adds about 4.5 km and brings you through two other waterfalls before reaching the giants. From Tall Trees, you can also continue to Lady Barron Falls Track and complete the Three Falls Circuit.