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Montezuma Falls
Montezuma Falls is Tasmanian's largest single-drop waterfall, with the water falling 104 metres. It is located near Rosebery in the North West of Tasmania, an area that is rich in railway and mining history. The waterfall was named after the Montezuma Mining Company, which mined in this area around the 1890s.
The Montezuma Falls walk is one of the 60 Great Short Walks
of Tasmania
The Walk - 8 Kilometres Return - 3 Hours - Grade 2
The walking track to the viewing platform at the base of Montezuma Falls was once part of the North East Dundas Tramway.
Follow the easy flat track from the car park as it meanders its way through the stunning rainforest. You will see sassafras, myrtle and leatherwood trees and majestic tree ferns.
Along the 4-kilometre track, you will see several points of interest highlighting the area's mining history, including some sleepers from the railway and an open mine shaft just before the Falls.
Just before the viewing platform, you will come across a swinging bridge crossing the gorge, which provides impressive views of Montezuma Falls.
Directions to Montezuma Falls
From Rosebery, head southwest on Agnes Street/Murchison Highway (A10) towards Arthur St, then continue along the Murchison Highway (A10) for 9.6 kilometres.
You will see a sign for Montezuma Falls following the road to the car parking area. This road is partly unsealed but suitable for 2WD vehicles.
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