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Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain

Sheffield, Tasmania

Nature

A glacial lake beneath the jagged dolerite peaks of Cradle Mountain, ringed by a 6 km circuit that takes about two hours. Shuttle buses run from the visitor centre; a park pass is required and weather changes fast.

Nearest town
Sheffield, Tasmania
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
-41.6455, 145.9520
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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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)

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Where is Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain?

Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain is in Sheffield, Tasmania, at GPS -41.6455, 145.9520.

Which road trips pass Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain?

Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cradle Mountain, the West Coast and the Lyell Highway.

What is there to see near Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain?

Places worth a stop nearby: Cradle Mountain Lodge (2 km), Cradle Mountain summit (4 km), Sheffield, Town of Murals (42 km) and Lake St Clair, Cynthia Bay (55 km).

When is the best time to visit Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain?

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)

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