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The natural and unspoilt scenery of Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain - part of a World Heritage national park that shares the same name - is awe-inspiring. Cradle Mountain accommodation enjoys a unique backdrop and naturalists can soak up the fresh air, fantastic scenery and wilderness that are on offer here in abundance.

The hotels in and around the national park are in keeping with the landscape and although many are aimed at a mid- to high-end budget, there are a scattering of bed and breakfast lodgings for those on a shoestring. Holiday cottages are an authentic way to spend time here and for the best deals should be found online. Cradle Mountain Lodge is the main place to stay in the area and provides visitors with a memorable experience.

Activities in Cradle Mountain include walking, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming and bird watching as well as a host of other outdoor based fun. The weather plays a major role in the chosen activity for the day and walks should be done with care as pathways can become slippery and dangerous after heavy rains. Guided tours are available through the hotels and these are a handy way to stay safe and on the correct track.

Launceston is only two hours from the mountain range by car and Devonport is even closer at just over an hour away. This area of supreme natural beauty can also be explored on horseback but for those who prefer to keep their feet on solid ground, the walk to the summit takes around 6 hours, 30 minutes.

Dove Lake is a local favourite for swimming and boating activities, and along with Barn Bluff and neighbouring Mount Ossa the lake can be admired from the peak of Cradle Mountain.