Sphinx Rock Bushwalk – kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Tasmania

The Sphinx Rock Bushwalk is one of the most rewarding short walks on kunanyi / Mount Wellington (Wellington Park), offering spectacular views over Hobart, the River Derwent and the impressive Organ Pipes. Starting from The Springs, the walk follows the well-formed Lenah Valley Track through open eucalypt forest before reaching the distinctive sandstone outcrop known as Sphinx Rock. The relatively level trail makes this an excellent choice for visitors looking for a scenic bushwalk without the challenge of climbing to the summit.

The lookout provides panoramic views across southern Tasmania and is particularly beautiful at sunrise or on clear winter days. During late winter and spring, colourful native wildflowers line the track, while native birds are frequently seen among the surrounding bushland. Although the walk itself is straightforward, care should always be taken near the unfenced cliff edge at the lookout.

Track Details

Highlights

• Spectacular views over Hobart and the River Derwent
• Excellent vantage point of the iconic Organ Pipes
• Easy, family-friendly bushwalk
• Beautiful displays of wildflowers in late winter and spring
• Well-maintained gravel walking track
• Picnic facilities, toilets and parking available at The Springs

Getting There

The walk begins from The Springs, app. 20 minutes’ drive from Hobart CBD via Pinnacle Road. There is plenty of parking, picnic shelters, barbecues and public toilets at the startof the trail.

See also:

1. Organ Pipes Track
2. Zig Zag Track to The Summit
3. O’Grady’s Falls Loop
4. Silver Falls Loop
5. Lost World Track
6. Myrtle Gully Falls
7. Cathedral Rock Track

Things to Know Before You Go

Weather on kunanyi / Mount Wellington can change rapidly, even during summer. Walkers should always carry warm clothing, sturdy walking shoes and drinking water. The track can become slippery after rain, and snow or ice may affect access during winter – stay on the marked trail and exercise caution when enjoying the views from Sphinx Rock, as the lookout features steep, unfenced drops.