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Activity Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Australia

Marion's Lookout Guided Hike

5 hours Free cancellation
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Marion's Lookout Guided Hike

About this activity

A challenging alpine hike through the heart of Cradle Mountain

Follow the Overland Track from Ronny Creek through ancient rainforest and button grass plains before reaching the glacially formed Crater Lake. From here, the track climbs steeply towards Marion’s Lookout, rewarding your effort with spectacular views across Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain and the surrounding wilderness.

From Marion’s Lookout, descend through Wombat Pool and Lake Lilla before finishing at Dove Lake.

October to March | 12 km | Approx. 5 hours | Guided | Challenging | Maximum 13 guests

For active travellers looking to experience more of Cradle Mountain.

IMPORTANT: This is a challenging guided alpine hike. Guests should be comfortable walking approximately 12 km over uneven terrain and completing steep ascents and descents. Previous bushwalking experience and a good level of fitness are recommended.

Day Trips Half-day Tours Bus Tours Private and Luxury Seasonal Small Group Adventure Tours Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 13 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
McDermott's Coaches

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottle of water and a hikers packed lunch

Itinerary

  1. Marion's Lookout Walk

    5 hours Admission not included

    Step beyond the classic Cradle Mountain experience and take on a guided alpine adventure to two of the region’s most spectacular destinations.

    Follow the Overland Track from Ronny Creek through ancient rainforest and button grass plains before reaching the glacially formed Crater Lake. From here, the track climbs steeply towards Marion’s Lookout, rewarding your effort with spectacular views across Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain and the surrounding wilderness.

    From Marion’s Lookout, descend through Wombat Pool and Lake Lilla before finishing at Dove Lake.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please be waiting here by 8.30am for the group to arrive

End point

  • Please be waiting here by 8.30am for the group to arrive

Pickup points

  • Discovery Parks - Cradle Mountain
  • Cradle Mountain Hotel
  • Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge
  • Cradle Highlander
  • Cradle Mountain Wilderness Village

There are 6 pick up locations, should there be any delays we will let you know.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Marion's Lookout Guided Hike

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