Trail Fast Facts
Barossa Creek Recreational Trail is an 1.6km, grade 1 walk in Glenorchy, Tasmania. This short walk typically takes 45 minutes to complete.
Hike Overview
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the picturesque streets and laneways of Glenorchy, leading to the scenic foreshore. Starting at the YMCA at KGV Oval, head east and conclude your journey at the Brooker Highway. From here, you have the option to continue on to the GASP! (Glenorchy Art and Sculpture Park) at Elwick Bay or the Derwent Entertainment Centre.
The Barossa Creek Recreational Trail is a 1.6 km, grade 1 walk situated in Glenorchy, Tasmania. This easy hike is perfect for all ages and fitness levels and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.
Track Grade
Grade 1 (All-abilities) -Â Perfect for Families and Beginners: Grade 1 on the AWTGS represents the easiest walking tracks, perfect for families with young children or those new to bushwalking. No prior experience is required. These gentle walks feature a flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections. They are suitable for wheelchair users with assistance due to the even terrain. The total distance of a Grade 1 walk is typically no greater than 5 kilometers, making them a comfortable and manageable option for all ages and fitness levels.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 15 m
Min elevation: 3 m
Total climbing: 13 m
Total descent: -15 m
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About the region
The City of Glenorchy is Tasmania's fourth largest city. Glenorchy is in the Greater Hobart metropolitan area in Southern Tasmania. It is about 7 km north of Tasmania's capital city, Hobart, and is nestled below the Wellington Range on the western shore of the River Derwent.
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Gear to consider
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.