Overland Track
Tasmania's premier alpine walking track through Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. One of Australia's most iconic multi-day hikes.
6
Days
65
Kilometers
1617
Mt Ossa (m)
Moderate
Difficulty
Huts & Camps (7)
RONERRonny Creek
900m • Day 1
WATERWaterfall Valley Hut
920m • Day 1
WINDEWindermere Hut
1050m • Day 2
PELIOPelion Hut
860m • Day 3
KIORAKia Ora Hut
720m • Day 4
NARCRNarcissus Hut
740m • Day 5
STCLALake St Clair
737m • Day 6
Side Trip Peaks
Cradle Mountain
1545mBarn Bluff
1559mMt Ossa
1617mMt Pelion East
1433mMt Oakleigh
1286mWhat Thunderbird Provides
Peak Forecasts
Summit conditions for Mt Ossa, Cradle, Barn Bluff
Danger Ratings
Know which days are safe for side trips
Trail Conditions
Rain, snow, and visibility forecasts
Booking Required
The Overland Track requires booking during peak season (October to May). Book through the Tasmania Parks website. Thunderbird forecasts complement your parks booking — we don't replace it.
Weather Considerations
- • Weather can change rapidly at altitude
- • Snow possible year-round on exposed sections
- • Side trips (Mt Ossa, Cradle) add significant exposure
- • Carry warm clothing regardless of forecast