The mountain
Welcome to the official website for information about Wellington Park – a natural reserve situated right on the doorstep of Tasmania’s capital city, Hobart. Park entrance fees do not apply, and there are no opening or closing hours.
Explore
A playground and a retreat – a habitat to many
Stroll through cool forested gullies along historic walking tracks or traverse Wellington Range in the saddle on horse or mountain bike. Four wheel drive along rough mountain trails, climb leaning dolerite towers, or sit quietly among the birds. Find the perfect place for a picnic or to flip a burger.
Be prepared for all weather conditions and carry wet weather gear on longer walks. Conditions change quickly, and temperatures are regularly below zero on the Pinnacle. Don’t get caught without your coat! Install the Emergency + app on your device, in case you need to provide your location coordinates in an emergency.
Important notices
Partial closure of Lenah Valley Fire Trail affecting access to Old Hobartians Track till mid May
12-Feb-2021
Detour to access Old Hobartians Track from Lenah Valley due to fire trail works for next 11 weeks
Orange Hawkweed Control Program launched
18-Jan-2021
City of Hobart launches its Orange Hawkweed Control Program.
Keep your eyes peeled in Wellington Park for this pretty but pesky pest...
COVID-19 NOTICE FOR INTERSTATE TRAVELLERS
8-Jan-2021
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERSTATE TRAVELLERS
If you have been in an area interstate determined as medium or high risk by Public Health you should immediately self-isolate and call the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738.
Wellington Park open, please observe physical distancing requirements.
5-Jun-2020
Wellington Park is open to visitors. Please check status of Pinnacle Road before you head up the mountain.
Visitor information
Fires prohibited
It is an offence to light a fire in Wellington Park, except in a designated fireplace inside a hut. See the Regulations page for more information about Wellington Park “Dos and Don’ts”.
Fuel stoves may be used. See the Visitor Information page for more information.
Driving on the mountain
Driving in a new place when unfamiliar with the local road rules or conditions can be dangerous. View instructional videos, flyers and posters, and even an integrated Google Map that will help keep everyone safer on our roads. Important road rules and tips that all road users need to follow to stay safe include:
- pull over to take photos where it is safe to do so
- always drive on the left side of the road
- slow down on winding or icy roads
- look out for animals
- wear a seatbelt at all times
- never use a mobile phone while driving.
Pinnacle Road closures
Pinnacle Road may be closed at any time of the year due to snow and ice or other severe weather conditions. Check the City of Hobart website for road closures.
See our visitor information page for further information.
Open all day, every day – no entry fee
Easily accessible from Hobart, Glenorchy and other regional areas, this reserve connects the city to the bush, and the mountains to the waterways. Park entrance fees do not apply, and there are no opening or closing hours. Note that the Park will be closed on any days with a Severe, Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger within, or in the areas around the Park.
Do your research before you visit as there is no information centre in the Park. Download maps and publications or collect them from the local Service Tasmania shop. Check sightseeing and facilities information. Read about the natural and cultural values of Wellington Park and consider things to do in the Park.
Pinnacle observation shelter opening hours
The Pinnacle observation shelter and the toilets at the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington are open to the public from 7am to 10pm during the period 1 September to 30 April and during the winter months (1 May to 31 August) from 7am to 5:30pm. The open air lookouts at the summit can be accessed any time.
Free Wi-Fi at the Pinnacle
Free Wi-Fi is now available in the observation shelter at the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
Community news
Glenorchy to begin upgrade of North South Track ascent from Monday June 7. Read on for track closures
27-May-2021
North South now open
14-May-2021
Work on the North-South Track between Shoobridge and Junction cabin has been completed and the track is now open.
Partial closure of Lenah Valley Fire Trail affecting access to Old Hobartians Track till mid May
12-Feb-2021
Detour to access Old Hobartians Track from Lenah Valley due to fire trail works for next 11 weeks
Orange Hawkweed Control Program launched
18-Jan-2021
City of Hobart launches its Orange Hawkweed Control Program.
Keep your eyes peeled in Wellington Park for this pretty but pesky pest...
COVID-19 NOTICE FOR INTERSTATE TRAVELLERS
8-Jan-2021
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERSTATE TRAVELLERS
If you have been in an area interstate determined as medium or high risk by Public Health you should immediately self-isolate and call the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738.
See the community news page for further information.
We would like to pay respect to the traditional and original owners of this land the muwinina [mou wee nee nar] people, to pay respect to those that have passed before us and to acknowledge today’s Tasmanian Aboriginal community who are the custodians of this land.