South-East of Tasmania is one of Australia's most beautiful regions, and with its stunning scenery and iconic walking tracks it is the perfect place to experience and enjoy on foot. This guide contains a diverse range of walks to explore, including strolls around historic villages, hikes through pristine bushland and rambles along the sparkling, unspoiled beaches. Best Bush, Coast & Village Walks of South-East Tasmania, part of Woodslane's popular walking guide series, introduces the best walks for visitors and locals alike. There is something here for walkers of all ages and levels of fitness so you're sure to find the right walk for you, your family and friends.
Best Bush, Coast & Village Walks of South-East Tasmania includes;
Summary tables of walk distances, grades, estimated durations and highlights
Accurate colour maps showing waypoints and nearby facilities
Overview maps and directions to help you find the start of the walk
Suggestions for walks suitable for children
Information about the region's history and environment
Identification charts for the most commonly seen wildflowers and birds
* Over 200 colour photographs
Best Bush, Coast and Village Walks of South East Tasmania
Description
Table of Contents
Regional Map
Location Maps
Introduction: Access to walks; Walk grades and times; What to take with you; Walking with children; Taking your dog; Looking after the environment; Bushwalking clubs; Safety
Walks at a glance
Best Bush, Coast and Village Walks of South-East Tasmania: Freycinet National Park; Maria Island; East Coast; Tasman Peninsula; Midlands Villages; Forest Reserves and other protected areas
Far south
Plant name gloassary
Index
Further reading
About the author and acknowledgements
Author Description
About Ingrid Roberts
Ingrid Roberts is a keen bushwalker and photographer and has explored many wonderful Tasmanian walking tracks during the 50 years she has lived in the state. She has been a member of the Australian Plant Society and a founding member of the Tasmanian Bushland Garden. Through this guide she hopes to inspire the reader to go walking in Tasmania.