Montezuma Falls

Of all the Tasmanian waterfalls we've seen, I reckon Montezuma Falls is the most memorable and most impressive one. Tumbling an impressive 104m, it is a tremendous reward for those taking the 7km, 3-hour return track that follows the old North East Dundas Tramway, which serviced various mines in the area. In fact, the waterfall got its name from the Montezuma Mining Company, which was the name of a silver mining operation who in turn named itself after the last Aztec emperor. But despite the impact of this mining operation, the area regenerated well for the most part and the former tramway now makes the hiking relatively easy and flat. Perhaps the only gripe I have about this track is that the track is shared with 4wd (as evidenced by tire tracks and muddy spots) as well as mountain bikers.

The access road is well-signed off the main road. From there, you follow the unsealed road (watch out for deep potholes) to the former township of Williamsford, where there is now a fairly large car park. When you get to the falls, you can choose to see the falls from a scary suspension bridge or you can continue to the end of the track right below the main part of the falls. The waterfall actually continues to cascade further down from the end of the track and beneath the suspension bridge. Either way, this impressive falls should not be missed!

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The waterfall towering over the suspension bridge