Derwent is a region in Tasmania, Australia, characterized by diverse natural landscapes that transition from tranquil riverside environments to dense forests, alpine lakes, and rugged mountains. The area features ancient forests, significant waterfalls, and glaciated landscapes, extending into remote, rugged wilderness. This varied terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Derwent region offers more than 100 routes for outdoor enthusiasts across several sports like…
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4.6
(130)
917
riders
26.0km
02:26
590m
580m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(40)
489
riders
40.0km
03:42
900m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(62)
517
riders
34.1km
02:58
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(29)
126
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.9
(182)
923
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(63)
215
hikers
24.9km
07:26
730m
730m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(34)
186
hikers
8.61km
02:39
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(38)
166
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(79)
1,227
riders
27.0km
02:01
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

85
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

47
riders
79.7km
05:49
1,570m
1,580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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624
riders
16.9km
01:15
190m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(52)
470
riders
42.3km
03:25
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(11)
87
riders
16.8km
00:57
200m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(11)
90
riders
17.8km
01:00
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
40.5km
03:13
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.0
(2)
180
riders
94.4km
05:05
1,750m
1,750m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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156
riders
47.5km
02:24
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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41
riders
42.5km
02:33
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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77
riders
77.2km
04:43
1,850m
1,850m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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130
runners
34.8km
04:14
670m
670m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
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102
runners
12.3km
01:33
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.7
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70
runners
26.7km
03:31
820m
830m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
(1)
94
runners
13.3km
01:42
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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5.0
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3
hikers
17.9km
05:27
560m
560m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
hikers
8.60km
02:53
380m
380m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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2
hikers
11.0km
03:35
430m
430m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Derwent offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region's diverse landscapes support both gentle strolls and challenging mountain treks. More than 120 routes are available across these sports.
Derwent features numerous scenic hiking trails, ranging from easy forest walks to challenging mountain hikes. Notable areas include Mount Field National Park with its waterfalls and ancient trees, and treks around Lake Dobson. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Derwent guide.
Yes, Derwent offers several easy hikes suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous options. These include short walks through forests and around tranquil lakes. The Easy hikes around Derwent guide provides specific routes.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can find gravity-focused trails in Derwent, notably at Maydena Bike Park. This facility offers trails through forests with access to over 2,700 feet (820 meters) of vertical elevation. The MTB Trails around Derwent guide lists available routes.
Road cycling routes in Derwent wind through picturesque countryside, including rolling farmlands and hop-producing areas. These routes offer diverse scenery for cyclists. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Derwent guide.
Derwent provides various family-friendly outdoor activities, including easy walks through Mount Field National Park to see waterfalls like Russell Falls. The region's diverse and accessible trails cater to different age groups and activity levels. Look for routes tagged as 'family_friendly' in the region's highlights.
Derwent is home to Mount Field National Park, featuring Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and Lady Barron Falls, as well as ancient trees. The Styx Valley State Reserve contains some of the world's tallest hardwood trees. The region also includes alpine lakes and the Gordon Dam.
Derwent is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 54,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction. There are 122 total routes available.
Komoot offers several guides for Derwent, including Hiking around Derwent, Cycling around Derwent, and MTB Trails around Derwent. Other guides cover easy hikes, road cycling, running, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.
The official tourism information for the Derwent Valley in Tasmania can be found on the Discover Tasmania network, such as discoverTasmania.com, or via derwentvalley.tas.guide. These sites provide comprehensive visitor information for the region.
Yes, Derwent offers challenging mountain hikes, particularly in its western reaches which extend into remote, mountainous forests. Mount Field National Park also provides more extended treks around Lake Dobson, including the Tarn Shelf. The Mountain Hikes around Derwent guide details these routes.
Touring cycling is a popular activity in Derwent, with routes winding through picturesque countryside and diverse landscapes. The region's roads and trails are suitable for exploring by touring bicycle. The Cycling around Derwent guide includes touring cycling options.

