Southwest

In the southern area of Tasmania, this park is reachable by road near Cockle Creek. From this point, the magnificent south coast is only accessible along a walking track.

There are facilities throughout the 600,000 hectares that encompass the park, though it remains one of the most widely unspoiled areas in the world. It is a large portion of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. There are picnic facilities, rubbish and recycling facilities, public toilets, as well as shelters and fireplaces at many locations throughout the park. Campsites along both the Gordon River Road and Scotts Peak Road range from very basic with no facilities to those with water and toilets. Some have electric barbecues or fireplaces and firewood.

This park is a prime example of the spirit of wilderness. Large portions of the park are extremely remote and far removed from daily life. Some people enjoy the fact that this place still exists on our planet. The Scotts Peak and Gordon River roads are winding roads through scrub, forest, and moorland, often with great views of rugged mountains. The good news is people of all mobility levels can experience it.