This registration is for the Waterfall Valley tent platform in Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park.
The platform is available for visitors wishing to stay overnight at Waterfall Valley without completing the full Overland Track. If your preferred dates are unavailable or you're walking in a larger group, consider Scott-Kilvert Hut as an alternative. No registration is required for camping at Scott-Kilvert.
Important Information
Example Trip Itineraries:
Option 1
- Day 1: Ronny Creek → Waterfall Valley
- Day 2: Waterfall Valley → Ronny Creek
Option 2
- Day 1: Dove Lake → Scott-Kilvert
- Day 2: Scott-Kilvert → Waterfall Valley
- Day 3: Waterfall Valley → Dove Lake
Option 3
- Day 1: Ronny Creek → Waterfall Valley
- Day 2: Waterfall Valley (day trip to Lake Will) → Waterfall Valley
- Day 3: Waterfall Valley → Ronny Creek
Be Prepared
Tasmania's alpine weather can be highly unpredictable and potentially dangerous. Before your trip:
- Check the weather forecast for Cradle Valley (recommended forecast region).
- Know sunrise and sunset times for your travel dates.
- Assess your capabilities and read the Safety in Parks page to prepare for your walk.
- Mobile phones should not be relied upon for navigation or communication on this track. Carrying a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) is strongly encouraged.
- Check the PWS Alerts page for road closures, emergency updates, and safety alerts.