Mount Wellington

"Open 24/7, but Pinnacle Road to the summit may be closed due to snow and the weather conditions during winter. The summit of Kunanyi/Mount Wellington is a 30-minute drive from the Nipaluna/Hobart CBD or city centre. A Kunanyi/Mount Wellington Explorer Bus also runs between the city and the summit. For Hobartians, "the mountain" is part of their daily life: a barometer, a place to walk, ride mountain bikes, play in the winter snow, and to feel the reviving touch of nature. It’s fair to say the city is dominated by Kunanyi/Mount Wellington – stand almost anywhere in Nipaluna/Hobart and you’ll see its forested flanks and the summit (weather permitting!). Visit the summit for wonderful views of Nipaluna/Hobart and you can also see much of southern Tasmania. Head to the summit’s west side for views deep into the Southwest wilderness. Boardwalks and lookout platforms offer vantage points, along with the pinnacle observation shelter, which is open 7am-10pm from September to April, and 7am-5.30pm from May to August. There is no other shelter on the summit - so do be prepared for all weather conditions. As a rule-of-thumb, it can be around 10°C colder on the summit than in the city, and temperatures can hover around freezing in the cooler months. We love exploring the trails in Wellington Park, so don't hesitate to reach out if we can give you any tips for your visit to Kunanyi/Mount Wellington. "

"While you can drive all the way to the top and park in the public car park, the keen hikers will be facing a 10k round trip (3-4 hours depending on your fitness). Be prepared for lots of hands and knees scrambling over rocks, and for the quad burn! Well worth it for the stunning views at the top."