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Russell Falls
Russell Falls is located in the Mount Field National Park and is one of Tasmania's most popular and photographed Waterfalls. When you see this impressive waterfall, you will understand why.
Russell Falls has two distinct tiers and is formed as Russell Falls Creek cascades over horizontal marine Permian siltstone, dropping 54 metres down the vertical sandstone layers.
At night, glow worms can be seen in the bushes along the track to the falls.
Russell Falls is one of the 60 Great Short Walks of Tasmania
The Walk - 1.4 Kilometres Return - 25 Minutes - Grade 1
The walk to Russell Falls starts at the Visitor Centre and follows an easy, sealed path suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
As you wander along Russell Falls Creek through the thick, mossy fern forest, you will see some of the world's tallest flowering trees and a variety of fungi.
Then, you will reach the viewing platform for Russell Falls, where you can enjoy this spectacular waterfall.
Ten minutes past Russell Falls, via a steep track with lots of steps, is the gorgeous Horseshoe Falls, set in a delightful forest setting.
Enjoy a wonderful day trip to the beautiful Mount Field National Park and see the stunning Russell Falls.
Driving Directions to Mount Field National Park
Mount Field National Park is 70 kilometres northwest of Hobart. From Hobart, head northwest on the Brooker Highway (A10) to New Norfolk.
Once at New Norfolk, follow the winding road of B61/B62, turning into Mt Field National Park on your right. There is plenty of parking near the Visitor Centre.