North Mount Lyell Rail Trail
11.07 kmCompacted earth.Bird River turnoff to Pillinger
Follows a former railway route through rainforest in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, finishing at the historic town sites of Kelly Basin and Pillinger on Macquarie Harbour. South of Queenstown, reached through Lynchford and over Mt Jukes. Allow a full day for the walk to Pillinger.
Bird River turnoff to Bird River (about 5km): suitable for 4WD vehicles and bicycles. From Bird River the trail is walking only. The remains of the old town sites can be seen at Kelly Basin and Pillinger. The railway formation between Linda Valley and Darwin is now under Lake Burbury and cannot be reached. No bike hire, charging, food or accommodation are listed.
Route & amenities map
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Amenities (2)
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