Moderate walk to Pelverata Falls near Cygnet, Tasmania

Pelverata Falls is one of the tallest and most amazing waterfalls in the southern part of the island state of Tasmania. At astounding 114 m (374 ft) in height, and it is located in the mountains between the small towns of Pelverata, Snug and Cygnet.
Near Cygnet, Pelverata, Snug and Laid Back Manor.

Pelverata Falls is one of the tallest and most amazing waterfalls in the southern part of the island state of Tasmania. At astounding 114 m (374 ft) in height, and it is located in the mountains between the small towns of Pelverata, Snug and Cygnet.

The falls are fed from the Snug Tiers but the catchment area is quite small with low water absorbency. This means whenever the weather is rainy, the waterfall quickly reaches spectacular flows, which return to low flows within a couple of days. The best time to visit this amazing place is in winter and spring when the falls have the highest amount of water. During the summer months it drops significantly, but can be spectacular for a couple of days after a storm.

There are 2 ways to access Pelverata Falls:
  • The most popular and practical walking access for most visitors is via Pelverata Road to the carpark at the end of Crosswells Road. Getting to the waterfall is a 2.5km walk each way and requires about 2.5 hours return. It is moderate hiking through a dense eucalyptus forest at first, a short section of rainforest and finally open rocky scree and cliffs.
  • The top of the falls can be accessed from the Snug Tiers 4WD track. 4WD access is controlled by Parks and Wildlife.
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Where to stay and eat near Pelverata Falls

Lay Back In Luxury, Pelverata, SouthTasmania

Laid Back Manor, Pelverata, Tasmania
Luxury Studio near Cygnet, Tasmania
Set in a natural amphitheater in the hills of Pelverata, this luxury studio with golf course is a great base to explore the Huon Valley and Bruny Island.

One bedroom self contained cottage at Franklin, Tasmania

The Little Seed BnB at Franklin Tasmania
Franklin
Feel the stress wash away at
The Little Seed, an elegant, self contained cottage, in the hills above the Huon River at Franklin.

Hosted Bed and Breakfast

After your walk, settle into your private room in this traditional hosted BnB on the edge of Huonville township.

Funky Cafe/Restaurant

A modern menu featuring coffee, deserts and meals. Lunches Wed - Sun, Dinner Friday nights. Up to date times and menus on their Facebook.

Apple Museum, Cider, tastings, Whiskey distillery, Cafe/Restaurant

All about apples: Food, drink, history. Morning and afternoon tea, lunches everyday. Dinner Friday nights. Up to date times and menus on their Facebook.

Multi Award Winning Winery and Restaurant

With award-winning wines and a menu overflowing with fresh local and Tasmanian produce.
Lunch most days 12 til 3 (check days on website). The cellar door is open for tastings 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm.