Knocklofty Reserve

Signboards are only at forks in the trail. My first time up here (May 2022) n had to fall back on my trusty handphone app to move about. Good place to hike, catch some fresh air and see wild animals like lizards n wallabies. Location is ideal for folks coming from neighbouring areas like West Hobart, Lenah Valley, New Town and Moonah. Was the hike challenging? Depends on your fitness level but gradients are gentle to moderate and ideal for trail runners n cyclists.
Three days later, I am starting my hike from Poets Road n going to the summit using Glover Track and Southern Summit Fire Trail. Temperature 5C brrr.but should warm up soon enough.

A beautiful place to spend your time, full of Australian wildlife and plants. Good for walking and seeing the views.

Lovely walks, with picnic tables overlooking hobart. Plenty of parking at the west hobart end. Lots of places to explore.

A terrific piece of bushland that connects to Mt Wellington. The loop walk gives you wonderful views of the mountain, the river, and the northern suburbs. Remember to keep your dogs on-leash unless you’re in the off-leash area to protect the native animals.

Dry forest reserve, not far from the city. Summit circuit pumps up your cardio. Critters spotted - lizards, echidna, birds, wallabies. Walk up from the rivulet to give and extra boost; elevation change is equivalent to mt Fortescue.

Good views of Hobart and surrounding suburbs through the trees. Tracks are in good condition and there are several steep sections. Signage needs to be improved. Only directions are arrows on small posts and often confusing. Need your mobile phone for directions if you are unfamiliar with the area.

Awesome bushland right in the centre of Hobart, packed with walking and mountain biking trails. Knocklofty is also a great place to watch a sunrise or moonrise over Hobart.