Unveiling the splendor and uniqueness of the Tasmanian Off Season:

Mt Field National Park

Why the Turning of the Fagus is a must see

As the frost-kissed air descends upon Tasmania's majestic Mt Field National Park, Nothofagus gunnii emerges as a beacon of Autumn and adventure amidst the alpine landscape. While the off-season may deter some travelers, for us, it heralds a time of unparalleled beauty and experiences waiting to be savored.

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Such a unique and diverse environment and one road snakes it way through it all.

As you ascend along Lake Dobson Road you will find your breath taken away by the magnificent tree ferns that line the road.

It's when you emerge out of the bush and into the glacial boulder field that you will get your first glimpse of the Fagus.

Through spring and summer you could easily miss the Fagus. When it starts to take on it's autumn colour however - you cannot ignore this stunning plant.

Australia's only native deciduous tree, the Nothofagus gunnii, or Fagus as we know it, turns a wide array of autumn colours - sometimes all in the one branch.

The dainty leaves are instantly recognisable and the colour, contrasted by the rocks in the boulder field is instantly captivating.

The Fagus Walk, along the shore of Lake Fenton, is a short walk that is mostly flat. There are some rocks towards the end but a well maintained dirt path.

For the more adventurous, the Tarn Shelf hike will reward you with stunning Fagus scenery. Not only will you be greeted by mountainsides of autumn colour, on a clear day it is reflected in the tarns (little alpine lakes).

Mt Field National Park is one of the most stunning, and accessible, places to experience the turning of the Fagus.

Fagus normally turns around ANZAC Day (late April) although weather depending it could be early or later. Some years the spectacle has lasted for weeks.

Photographers and adventurers from around the globe are learning what an amazing time this is to visit and experience Mt Field.

Make sure you book your stay so you don't miss out!

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Experience Autumn in Mt Field National Park

Nothofagus gunnii Showcase: Meet the Fagus, a plant as unique as the park itself. Only found in alpine Tasmania. This is one of the plants that sparked the Gondwanan Theory that land masses were joined. It has cousins in New Zealand and South America.
Autumn Snow Gum Delights: The well known Snow Gum turns on it's Autumn Show too. The same reaction that occurs to change the autumn leaves also happens in the bark of the Snow Gum trees. This is the best time to view their amazing colours.
Alpine flowers, berries and more: While you are admiring the Fagus, you will also see the other pops of colour around you. The Snow Berries flower in their stunning pure white. The mountain blueberries, currants and more show off their reds and blues and the Mountain Pepper (or Pepperberries) and also fruiting their dark black/purple fruits.