Natural wonders in Tasmania

Tasmania’s landscape is defined by its diverse geological formations and extensive water systems. This collection features the dolomite chambers of Hastings Caves and the glow-worm displays within Marakoopa Cave. It includes significant man-made reservoirs like Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon, alongside glacial formations such as Lake Dobson. Unique coastal features like the Remarkable Cave sea tunnel and the granite monolith of Castle Rock highlight the island's rugged edges, while inland wetlands like Bryans Lagoon support local biodiversity.

Tasmania's Natural Wonders — Map

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Remarkable cave

A sea cave carved into sandstone cliffs near Port Arthur. Its opening is noted for resembling the shape of Tasmania when viewed from the viewing platform.

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Hastings Caves

Home to Newdegate Cave, the largest dolomite show cave in Australia. The site features spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, and nearby thermal springs maintained at 28 degrees Celsius.

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Little Blue Lake

A former tin mine hole in South Mount Cameron. The water displays a bright turquoise hue caused by mineral deposits from the mining era.

Stefan Karpiniec

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Lake Pedder

Lake Pedder, once a glacial outwash lake, is a man-made impoundment and diversion lake located in the southwest of Tasmania, Australia.

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Marakoopa Cave

Located in Mole Creek Karst National Park, this cave features two underground streams and one of the largest public glow-worm displays in Tasmania.

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Arthurs Lake

The Arthurs Lake is a man-made reservoir located in the Central Highlands region of Tasmania, Australia.

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King Solomon Caves

A compact dry cave in Mole Creek known for its dense concentrations of calcite crystals, reflective shawls, and stalactites.

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Junee Cave

Situated near Maydena, this cave is the exit point for the Junee River, which flows from a complex underground karst system.

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Lake Gordon

Lake Gordon is a man-made reservoir created by the Gordon Dam, located on the upper reaches of the Gordon River in the south-west region of…

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Great Lake

The Great Lake is a natural lake and man-made reservoir that is located in the central northern region of Tasmania, Australia.

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Prominent Rock

A notable coastal rock formation located within the remote Southwest National Park.

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Castle Rock

A massive granite monolith located on the shoreline of Marshall Bay on Flinders Island.

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Bryans Lagoon

A freshwater lagoon situated behind Bryans Beach in Freycinet National Park, providing a habitat for diverse birdlife.

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Lake Dobson

A glacial lake in Mount Field National Park, surrounded by unique sub-alpine vegetation including pandani and ancient pencil pines.

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Colliers Swamp

A wetland area on King Island that serves as an important habitat for local flora and fauna.

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