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Wilderness Huts & Shelters

Tasmania’s wilderness is home to a diverse network of alpine huts and backcountry shelters. This collection ranges from the iconic 1940s Dove Lake Boatshed to private cabins along the Overland Track and historic stone shelters in Ben Lomond National Park. These structures provide essential refuge for hikers, unique eco-stays in the Huon Valley, and bird-watching vantage points in Narawntapu National Park, reflecting the state's rich history of exploration and conservation.

Dove Lake Boatshed

Built in 1940 by Lionell Connell, this iconic timber structure on the shores of Dove Lake is one of the most photographed landmarks in Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

Legges Tor Public Shelter

A rustic stone shelter located near the summit of Legges Tor in Ben Lomond National Park, providing protection for hikers in volatile alpine conditions.

KiaOra Hut (Cradle Mountain Huts)

A private eco-hut for guided walkers on the Overland Track, featuring sustainable design and hot showers for tour participants.

Windy Ridge Private Hut (Cradle Mountain Huts)

A private lodge situated south of Pelion Plains, used exclusively by guided walkers on the multi-day Cradle Mountain Huts walk.

Gingerbread Hut

A small, rustic backcountry shelter located along the remote trails of the Central Highlands.

Pine Forest Moor Private Hut (Cradle Mountain Huts)

A secluded private hut on the Overland Track, offering comfortable lodging for guided tour participants between Waterfall Valley and Pelion Plains.

Pelion Hut (Cradle Mountain Huts)

A private accommodation facility for guided hikers, located near the public Pelion Hut at the junction of several major wilderness tracks.

Waterfall Valley Hut (Cradle Mountain Huts)

The first private overnight stop for guided groups on the Overland Track, positioned at the edge of a high-altitude moorland.

Tipee West at Huon Bush Retreats

An eco-friendly tipee at Huon Bush Retreats, featuring a wood heater and located within a private nature reserve near Huonville.

Tipe East at Huon Bush Retreats

A canvas-walled tipee offering a glamping experience with a private fire pit in the temperate rainforest of the Huon Valley.

Ironstone Hut

A remote alpine hut in the Great Western Tiers, serving as a base for exploring the Lake Ironstone region.

Allisons Hut Number 1

One of several historic huts in the Central Plateau, traditionally used by fishermen and bushwalkers.

Lake Ironstone Track (approximate)

A basic shelter located along the track to Lake Ironstone in the northern section of the Central Plateau.

Lady lake Hut

A small timber hut situated on the Great Western Tiers escarpment, providing views over the northern plains.

Hut Number 4

A historic shelter in the Central Plateau Conservation Area, part of a network of huts used for wilderness navigation.

Haberles Hut

A rebuilt historic trapper's hut located in the Great Western Tiers, offering a glimpse into the region's pioneering history.

Springlawn Bird Hide Lookout

A timber structure in Narawntapu National Park designed for observing waterbirds and Forester kangaroos without disturbing the local wildlife.

Carr-Villa Hut

A historic stone and timber hut in Ben Lomond National Park, originally built for the Northern Tasmanian Alpine Club.

Retakunna Cabin

A modern public cabin on the Three Capes Track, providing shared accommodation for hikers traversing the Tasman Peninsula.

Hut No. 5

A remote backcountry hut located within the Central Plateau, providing basic shelter for experienced wilderness navigators.