Discovery Holiday Parks
Cradle Mountain, Cradle Mountain National Park, TAS

Overview

Discovery Holiday Parks – Cradle Mountain (formerly Cosy Cabins Cradle Mountain) on the boundary of the Lake St Clair National Park in Tasmania’s Western Wilderness is just over an hour from Burnie, Latrobe and Deloraine.  This park offers the sanctuary of this stunning region, with all the conveniences of Sheffield less than 40 minutes away.   With other Discovery Holiday Parks located in the nearby coastal towns of Devonport and Strahan, both under 2 hours away, this is the ideal touring holiday region.

Home to Tasmania’s highest mountain, the 1617 metre Mt Ossa, Cradle Mountain is the start of the famous Overland Track.  Covering 161,000 hectares, the park offers a range of guided and non-guided walks for all fitness levels, including the popular 6km Dove Lake Circuit and Marion’s Lookout Walk. Dove Lake Canoe Tours (seasonal) depart hourly with experienced guides providing all the necessary instruction to enjoy this beautiful glacial lake from a modern double canoe.  Horseback trail rides and helicopter flights are available outside the park boundary with Devils@Cradle offering guided day and night tours of their resident Tasmanian Devil population.

Just over an hour away, the nearby Mole Creek Karst National Park is home to the famous Marakoopa and King Solomon Caves with their stunning display of stalactites, stalagmites, and glow-worms.

Discovery Holiday Parks – Cradle Mountain offers a range of self-contained cottages with sleeping from 4 to 6 people.  All feature gas log-heated fires, en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD, Austar and full kitchens, with the Spa Cottage featuring a luxurious spa bath.  Our Backpacker / hostel complex offers a range of bunkhouses, featuring either bunk-beds, or a Queen bed and 2 bunk-beds providing ideal family accommodation.  Each room is heated and offers access to the fully equipped shared kitchen and dining hall.

With a range of day spas and dining options nearby, Discovery Holiday Parks – Cradle Mountain is the ideal couples or family holiday destination.

Accommodation

• Standard Cottages
• Standard Cabins
• Backpacker Dormitory

Features & Facilities

• BBQ’s
• Camp Kitchen
• Disabled access
• Hire Equipment
• Internet access
• Kiosk

Local Attractions

• Lake St Clair National Park
• Mole Creek Karst National Park
• Devils@Cradle

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Accommodation

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Standard - Spa Cottages (sleeps 5)

Spa Cottages have the same amenities as a regular cottage, but they include the luxury of a private spa bath, to soothe away your aches after a great day hiking.

• Austar TV
• DVD Players
• Hairdryer
• Iron
• Full cooking facilities

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

Rates are based on 2 people

All linen provided.

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Standard Cottage Double Ensuite

Cottages provide you with the added luxury of a sitting area with a snug gas log heater, a larger kitchen and superior bathroom. Cottages sleep either four or five, in two separate rooms.

• Austar TV
• DVD Player
• Hairdryer
• Iron
• Full cooking facilities

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

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Standard Cottage-4 Berth (sleeps 4)

Cottages provide you with the added luxury of a sitting area with a snug gas log heater, a larger kitchen and superior bathroom. Cottages sleep either four or five, in two separate rooms.

• Austar TV
• DVD Player
• Hairdryer
• Iron
• Full cooking facilities

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

Park Map

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Standard Cottage-5 Berth (sleeps 5)

Cottages provide you with the added luxury of a sitting area with a snug gas log heater, a larger kitchen and superior bathroom. Cottages sleep either four or five, in two separate rooms.

• Austar TV
• DVD Player
• Hairdryer
• Iron
• Full cooking facilities

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

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Standard - Cabins (sleeps 6)

Cabins have an equipped, compact kitchen, private bathroom, TV with Austar and heating. They can sleep up to four.

• Austar TV
• Hairdryer
• Iron
• Electric Frying Pan

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

Rates are based on 2 people

All linen provided.

Park Map

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Economy Backpacker Family

Cradle Mountain Backpackers is part of the Discovery Holiday Parks - Cradle Mountain complex. Backpackers can share in a 4 person dorm.
Some bunkhouse rooms have a double bed and bunks, these are highly suited for

• All linen supplied
• Heated Rooms
• Fully equipped kitchen
• All crockery and cutlery supplied

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

Activities & Attractions

Cradle Mountain is located in the Central North West area of Tasmania. You can reach Cradle Mountain from the population centres of Deloraine, Devonport, Sheffield, Latrobe, Burnie or coming from the West Coast and Strahan.

• Devils @ Cradle and Daisy the Discovery Devil
• Cradle Mountain National Park
• Turning of the Fagus
• The Wilderness Gallery
• Night Spotlight Tour
• The Overland Track
• Marion's Lookout Guided Walk
• Dove Lake Canoe Tour
• Vineyards

Devils @ Cradle and Daisy the Discovery Devil

Come and see Discovery Holiday Parks own sponsored Tasmanian Devil Daisy.  Take the time out to visit the Devils at Cradle Sanctuary to get up close and personal with these amazing Tasmanian natives.  Tickets to Devils at Cradle can be purchased from Discovery Holiday Parks - Cradle Mountain Reception.

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Cradle Mountain National Park

The jagged contours of Cradle Mountain epitomise the feel of a wild landscape, while ancient rainforest and alpine heathlands, buttongrass and stands of colourful deciduous beech provide a range of environments to explore. Icy streams cascading out of rugged mountains, stands of ancient pines mirrored in the still waters of glacial lakes and a wealth of wildlife ensure there is always something to captivate you.

Turning of The Fagus

During the months of April and May the deciduous Beech native only to Tasmania and prevalent to Cradle Mountain, changes from green to a magnificent array of golds, reds, oranges and browns. Come and join the ever increasing number of photographers who come from all over the world to photograph this unique event.

The Wilderness Gallery

Ten rooms of wild photography. Australia's first gallery of wilderness and landscape photography, The Wilderness Gallery holds up to eight photographic exhibitions each year.Built to capture the stunning natural images of Tasmania. The Wilderness Gallery is the largest privately owned photographic gallery in Australia.

Night Spotlight Tour

This is a fun and informative way to find out about the abundant Tasmanian wildlife, all from the comfort of 4WD buses. The tour runs on a nightly basis, and you will be provided with a commentary on all the animals you will see.

The Overland Track

The Overland Track from Cradle Mountain to Lake St. Clair is a true wilderness walk which travels through spectacular dolerite mountains, near beautiful waterfalls, through a variety of fascinating ecosystems and close to Tasmania's highest mountain, before finishing at Australia's deepest lake, Lake St. Clair.

Marion's Lookout Guided Walk

Take in the spectacular views of Dove Lake and the Cradle Mountain area from Marion's Lookout. Dominating the skyline on the western side of Dove Lake, Marion's Lookout is perched on the edge of a glacier-carved plateau.

Dove Lake Canoe Tour

A canoe tour on Tasmania's Dove Lake is a magnificent way to take in the breathtaking surroundings of the Cradle Mountain - Lake St. Clair National Park. You'll glide across the calm waters of the lake, get close to ancient rainforests and admire the reflections of Cradle Mountain's craggy summit.

Vineyards

Barringwood Park Vineyard, established in 1993, is only a short drive from Sheffield. Barringwood Park Cellar Door looks out over beautiful rolling hills to Bass Strait. A selection of Barringwood Park and Wilmot Hills Wines are available for sale to our guests at Cellar Door prices in reception.