# Cradle Mountain summit

> The 1,545 m summit is a rock scramble above Dove Lake, suited only to experienced walkers in settled, clear weather.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-cradle-mountain-summit/

The 1,545 m summit is a rock scramble above Dove Lake, suited only to experienced walkers in settled, clear weather. Expect snow in any month and carry full alpine gear; many visitors enjoy the base instead.

- **Nearest town:** Sheffield, Tasmania
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -41.6833, 145.9500

## Good to know

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

## Nearby

- [Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-dove-lake-cradle-mountain/) – 4 km
- [Cradle Mountain Lodge](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-cradle-mountain-lodge/) – 6 km
- [Sheffield, Town of Murals](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-sheffield-town-of-murals/) – 45 km
- [Lake St Clair, Cynthia Bay](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-lake-st-clair-cynthia-bay/) – 51 km

## FAQs

### Where is Cradle Mountain summit?

Cradle Mountain summit is in Sheffield, Tasmania, at GPS -41.6833, 145.9500.

### What is there to see near Cradle Mountain summit?

Places worth a stop nearby: Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain (4 km), Cradle Mountain Lodge (6 km), Sheffield, Town of Murals (45 km) and Lake St Clair, Cynthia Bay (51 km).

### When is the best time to visit Cradle Mountain summit?

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

## Part of these destinations

- [Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park](https://camping-spirit.com/destinations/au-cradle-mountain-lake-st-clair-np/)