Walls of Jerusalem National ParkAbout Walls of Jerusalem National Park
Walls of Jerusalem National Park is a protected area in central Tasmania, Australia, known for its alpine plateaus, dolerite cliffs and glacially-influenced lakes. It conserves a distinctive highland environment within Tasmania’s central plateau.
Hikers encounter rugged alpine scenery, named rock walls and short, often steep peaks that form the park’s “walls,” along with small highland lakes and button grass plains. The park is visited for multi-day bushwalks and wilderness experiences rather than roadside attractions.
The area was set aside for conservation to protect its alpine vegetation and geological features; it is part of Tasmania’s system of national parks established in the 20th century to preserve highland ecosystems. Recreational walking routes and basic backcountry facilities were developed to manage visitor use.
The park lies on Tasmania’s central plateau within the island’s interior highlands. It is reached by track access from nearby trailheads and is several hours’ drive from Tasmania’s major population centres.
- Access and conditions: The park protects highland dolerite cliffs, alpine plateaus and a network of walking routes; access requires walking in from trailheads and facilities are minimal, so multi-day hiking experience is recommended.
Best Time to Visit Walls of Jerusalem National Park
Best visited in the Tasmanian summer (December-February) for multi-day trekking; weather is changeable, so prepare for cold and wet conditions at any season.
Weather & Climate near Walls of Jerusalem National Park
Walls of Jerusalem National Park's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -1°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1550 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 5° - 17° | 11° | 87 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 5° - 17° | 11° | 70 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 15° | 8° | 88 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 2° - 12° | 4° | 128 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 1° - 8° | 1° | 148 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -1° - 6° | -2° | 143 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -1° - 5° | -3° | 175 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -1° - 5° | -3° | 171 mm | - | - | 6.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 8° | -2° | 155 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 11° | 2° | 148 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 13° | 5° | 122 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 4° - 15° | 7° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Walls of Jerusalem National Park
The main access points are via Meander Valley and Lake St Clair regions; allow long drive times from Hobart (several hours) and plan for unsealed roads near trailheads. The park is remote and best entered with good maps and preparation.
Tips for Visiting Walls of Jerusalem National Park
- The Walls of Jerusalem track is remote-carry a detailed map and compass (and know how to use them); GPS can fail under heavy cloud.
- Permits and careful trip planning are essential for multi-day hikes; treat the area as true wilderness with limited services.
- Summer and early autumn offer the best weather window; even then, plan for sudden cold and wet conditions at higher elevations.