Savage River National Park covers an area of 17,980 hectares (44,429 acres) in the north-west of the Island. It protects one of the largest contiguous areas of cool-temperate rainforest in the world, and the western section constitutes part of a large basalt plateau that still retains a wholly intact forest ecosystem.
Rich in primitive flora, undisturbed river catchments, high quality wilderness, old growth forests and geo-diversity, the park contributes to the conservation of eight plant species and six fauna species listed on State and Commonwealth threatened species lists.
Vehicle and walking track access to the park is virtually nonexistent and will not be developed in the foreseeable future. See the Tarkine section for more details of wilderness experiences in this region.
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