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The best waterfalls in Mount Field

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Mount Field. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 45 m drop

Russell Falls

Mount Field · Tasmania · Australia

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The driving distance from the famous port town of Strahan in Tasmania to Russell Falls is about 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Indigenous Peoples

After taking a Gordon River cruise in Strahan, which finished around 3 p.m., we decided to stay overnight at a homestay near Russell Falls so we could visit the waterfall early the next morning.

We’re really glad we made that decision, because Russell Falls in the morning is incredibly peaceful and beautiful. There was not a single other visitor except us, and it felt like a hidden, mysterious world deep in the forest.

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Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.

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