Lake Gordon

Welcome to Lake Gordon, the largest lake in Tasmania and a centerpiece of the state's rugged Southwest wilderness. Formed in the early 1970s as part of a massive hydroelectric power scheme, this vast body of water is both a…

Standing atop the Gordon Dam, you are looking down at a drop of 140 meters, making it the highest dam in Tasmania. Completed in 1974, this double-curvature concrete arch dam is a marvel of 20th-century engineering. …

Beneath the surrounding forest and partially impacted by the lake's creation lies the site of Adams Field, once a bustling osmiridium mining town. Discovered in 1925, this remote outpost drew hundreds of miners hoping to strike…

For many visitors, Lake Gordon is defined by what swims beneath its surface. The lake is a premier destination for brown trout fishing. …

The rugged terrain surrounding Lake Gordon has become a popular destination for bike-packers and mountain bikers seeking a true wilderness challenge. One of the key routes is the Sawback Ridge track, which leads adventurers…

At the northern edge of the lake lies the Clear Hill area, a popular base for those looking to launch deeper into the Southwest. This spot offers a lovely open space for camping, providing a rare flat area in a landscape…

Perhaps the most haunting feature of Lake Gordon is the 'Drowned Forest.' When the valley was flooded in the 1970s, many of the trees were not cleared before the water rose. Today, these ancient giants remain standing beneath the…

As we conclude our journey across the waters and around the shores of Lake Gordon, I hope you have gained an appreciation for the complex beauty of this place. We have stood atop the massive 140-meter wall of the Gordon Dam, a…