Meetus and Lost Falls
Meetus Falls Forest Reserve
An ideal place for a picnic in the stone shelter or a barbecue under the shade of gum trees. Basic toilet facilities are provided.
A short walk down to the viewing platform provides fantastic views of this impressive waterfall as it plummets over the rock escarpment into the valley below.
Hardings Falls Forest Reserve
This reserve is more isolated from the main road, but some people enjoy the escape. A basic toilet is provided, as well as a fireplace and picnic table.
Situated in a dry eucalypt forest with Oyster Bay pines, hakeas and banksias, the wildflowers are a delight in spring. The Swan River and Falls are a real bonus to sit back and relax by. Access to the water is downhill, however the walk to the viewing area is well marked and relatively flat.
Lost Falls Forest Reserve
This area has two short walks from the car park area. Although difficult to view all the Falls, the view over the steep forested gorge is breathtaking, while a short side track leads to the small rock pools above the Falls.
From the car park an easy short walk leads gently up to an open flat rock outcrop, which provides stunning views out over the east and Freycinet Peninsula.
Safety in State Forests
The vast majority of forest roads are gravel. Vehicles react differently on gravel compared to bitumen. Road conditions change with the weather. Expect to meet other vehicles, including large trucks carrying gravel and other machinery and, of course, log trucks. These vehicles take up more road than the average vehicle, so stay alert. Please drive with care.
It's always advisable to carry a first-aid kit with you, including anti-histamines or other medications for people with allergies or allergic reactions to bites.
Be aware of what is around you. Keep an eye out for snakes in summer. Watch where you are standing or sitting and check for creepy crawly critters every once in a while.
Windy conditions increase the hazard of falling limbs and trees. We recommend that you avoid walking in mature forests on windy days.
Take care not to accidentally start a fire. Be aware of days that are total fire bans and be extra careful with any potential ignition source on those days. If you see a bushfire ring 000 as soon as possible. Quick response fire crews may save lives, property and loss of forest flora and fauna.
Disclaimer:
Visitors to State Forests should be aware that natural hazards occur within Tasmania's forest environments. Forestry Tasmania does not accept liability for any injury or damage resulting from such hazards.
