The Du Cane Range
The Du Cane Range was named in honor of Sir Charles Du Cane, KCMG, the Governor of Tasmania from 1874 to 1878. The Du Cane Group of Abels includes eleven peaks interspersed with alpine lakes, dramatic mountain and rock formations and stunning vistas.
The range is a major feature of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, and is a popular venue with bushwalkers and mountain climbers.
Varying levels of experience are required when visiting this area. Certainly most fit, able and confident walkers can enjoy the delights of The Labyrinth and The Acropolis. However, only those experienced and confident with off track walking should consider adventuring further into the range.
Sunset and the Milky Way over Mt Geryon and The Acropolis
The Acropolis
The first part of The Acropolis track took us through some of the most enchanting forest we have seen. The track wound gently over tiny gurgling creeks and past huge old trees. Fungi of all shades littered the mossy edges of the path and colourful native berries hung from the trees.
The Du Cane Range High Point
After all, like Mark Twain says - "If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And if it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first".
Mt Hyperion
This is some of the prettiest country we have ever seen. Tarns sparkled in rocky beds, Pencil pines, Pandani and fagus as well as other vegetational delights lined the pad, and the huge mountains surrounding us seemingly in every direction were awe inspiring.
Walled Mountain
In hindsight, I am pleased it was a one-Abel kinda day. Why? Because Walled Mountain deserves quality time. The combination of its delightful climb and views make it one of my favourite mountains in the Labyrinth.