Cataract Walk & Trevallyn Steps track - Closure

The Cataract Walk, between Kings Bridge and the Cliff Grounds, and the Trevallyn Steps track, between South Esk Rd and Kings Bridge, are currently closed to the public, following the failure of a privately-owned retaining wall at a property on South Esk Road.

In September 2023 the Council appointed a contractor to oversee the removal of the retaining wall, with the goal of opening the walkway to the public early in 2024.

It's expected work on removing the wall will be underway in November.

All other walking tracks in the Cataract Gorge remain open to the public, including the Zig Zag track between Kings Bridge and the First Basin. It is important to know that the Zig Zag track has steep and challenging terrain and should only be attempted by capable and experienced walkers.

We ask for the community's patience as we go about this work, and we will continue to provide updates to keep people informed.

Businesses open as usual:

All businesses remain open and trading as usual. Please continue to show your support to these businesses:

The Gorge Restaurant

Website

Phone: 6331 3330

Opening Hours:

Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday & Thursday: 12 - 2.30pm, 5.30 - 8.30pm

Friday & Saturday: 12 - 2.30pm, 5.30 - 9.00pm

Sunday: 12 - 2.30pm

 

The Basin Cafe

Website

Phone: 6331 5222

Opening Hours:

Open for Breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea from 9am onwards seven days a week. Open evenings for booked events and functions.

 

Gorge Scenic Chairlift

Website

Phone: 6331 5915

Opening Hours: Open every day from 9.30am until 4.30pm

 

Public transport option Tiger Bus - Free Tiger Bus - City of Launceston

The Tiger Bus is a free transport service throughout our central city district, including into the Cataract Gorge main entrance on Basin Road.

For more information on the Cataract Gorge, including alternate ways to access the Gorge - please speak with our Visitor Information Centre on 1800 651 827 or visit them within the Town Clock building at 68 - 72 Cameron Street, Launceston.

 

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