# Cataract Gorge Reserve

> A steep-sided gorge on the South Esk River, only 1.5 km from Launceston's centre, with walking tracks, Kings Bridge, a chairlift with a very long single…

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A steep-sided gorge on the South Esk River, only 1.5 km from Launceston's centre, with walking tracks, Kings Bridge, a chairlift with a very long single span, a swimming pool and peacocks at First Basin.

- **Nearest town:** Launceston, Tasmania
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -41.4461, 147.1194
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Launceston, the Tamar Valley and the North](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-tas-launceston-tamar-north/)

## Nearby

- [Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-beaconsfield-mine-heritage-centre/) – 37 km
- [Liffey Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-liffey-falls/) – 41 km
- [Legges Tor, Ben Lomond National Park](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-legges-tor-ben-lomond/) – 48 km
- [Low Head Pilot Station and Lighthouse](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-low-head-pilot-station/) – 51 km

## FAQs

### Where is Cataract Gorge Reserve?

Cataract Gorge Reserve is in Launceston, Tasmania, at GPS -41.4461, 147.1194.

### Which road trips pass Cataract Gorge Reserve?

Cataract Gorge Reserve is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Launceston, the Tamar Valley and the North.

### What is there to see near Cataract Gorge Reserve?

Places worth a stop nearby: Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre (37 km), Liffey Falls (41 km), Legges Tor, Ben Lomond National Park (48 km) and Low Head Pilot Station and Lighthouse (51 km).

### When is the best time to visit Cataract Gorge Reserve?

The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)