About Hamilton & Mount Field
Hamilton is a small rural township in southern Tasmania, positioned as a gateway to Mount Field National Park and its renowned alpine scenery. The area is defined by dramatic waterfalls, native forest walks, and proximity to Tasmania's central highlands, making it an ideal base for touring the region's natural attractions.
Walks & Trails
Local walks include Jews Lane just 1km from town. Mount Field National Park, 23–25km away, offers a cluster of accessible and moderate walks: Russell Falls (1.4km easy walk), Russell Falls Nature Walk, Tall Trees (1km), Three Falls Circuit (6km moderate), and Lady Barron Falls Track. For longer hikes, try Horseshoe Falls Track or Sharpes Falls Track.
Camping
Bethune Park Camping Area is 11km away. Mount Field Campground and Left of Field, Camping Gardens are both 23–24km away within the national park precinct. For more options, Base Camp Tasmania, River's Edge Wilderness Camping, and Wayatinah Lakeside Caravan Park are within 46km.
Attractions & Things to See
Abbotts Hill is 4km from town. Mount Field National Park hosts Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and Lady Barron Falls within 33–34km, while Mt Field National Park itself offers alpine woodland and mountain scenery.
Wineries & Cellar Doors
The region has several producers worth visiting: Ouse River Wines (21km), Kinvarra Estate (28km), Nant Distillery (38km), Winstead (39km), Stefano Lubiana (49km), and Derwent Estate Wines (50km).
Golf
Ouse Golf Course is 18km away, offering a local course option for touring golfers.
Pubs & Dining
Lachlan Hotel is 18km away. Further afield, Huntingdon Tavern (33km), Castle Hotel (34km), Zelda's Bar & Bistro (38km), and New Norfolk Hotel (44km) provide dining options across the wider region.