Mole Creek

What's special about Mole Creek?

• Explore the mysteries of 300 known caves in the region.
• Spend time at Trowunna Wildlife Park, home to the world's largest heritage population of Tasmanian Devils.
• Regain your sense of space and enjoy the natural wonders of the area.

A unique gem tucked away in Tasmania's central north, Mole Creek is the ideal base for discovering the delights of this region. Head to Mole Creek Karst National Park where you will have the opportunity to explore Marakoopa and King Solomons Caves on a guided tour - they have recently celebrated 100 years of public visitation. Discover the incredible glow worms and underground streams of Marakoopa Cave or if you are an experienced caver, let a knowledgeable guide lead you through one of the region's wild caves, not open to the general public.

Be sure to include Trowunna Wildlife Park and Devil Research Centre to see Tasmanian Devils up close and learn of the work being undertaken to ensure the survival of this threatened species. The park is also a wildlife sanctuary and has over 30 years experience caring for native animals; be sure to allow time to see the many birds, reptiles and marsupials on show. For the sweet tooth, the R. Stephens Leatherwood Honey Factory is a must. Sample the pure honey and watch the bottling and extracting machines in action.

Many short and more challenging bushwalks are available within a short distance from Mole Creek. Just five minutes from the town centre you find the start of a walk to the sensational Westmorland Falls. Or make time for nearby Liffey Falls, a relatively relaxed 45 minute return walk including picnic facilities, the cool of lush green ferns and beautiful views of the falls. Another interesting vantage point in the area is Alum Cliffs Gorge lookout where the Mersey River cuts through on its way from high country to the coast.

For the more adventurous, spend a few nights camping in the Walls of Jerusalem National Park and be mesmerised by the beauty of its dolerite peaks, brilliant wild flowers and alpine tarns; this area is truely unique - there is nothing like it anywhere else in Australia.

More things to do:

Fly fish for rainbow and brown trout at Lake Rowallan.
View open-air murals at nearby Sheffield.
Head to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park on a day trip.
Visiting Tasmazia, the world's largest maze.
Experience the impressive gorge at Devil's Gullet.

The story of Mole Creek:

In 1890, a railway opened to Mole Creek which primarily carried timber to the paper mill in Burnie on Tasmania's north west coast. That same year, Howe's General Store was built, offering a hub for commerce at Mole Creek as well as accommodation. Even past Australian Prime Minister, Joseph Lyons, enjoyed holidaying at Mole Creek and would often stay with the Howes. 

In the 1920s, Mole Creek became increasingly popular as a tourist destination, with visitors intrigued by the limestone caves and beautiful countryside.

Today, Mole Creek continues to attract visitors for the very same reasons, as well as representing scenery which many visitors associate with 'the essence' of Tasmania. Find out more about the Mole Creek area including other destinations and natural highlights.

Travel directions:

Mole Creek is approximately 50-minutes' drive (74 kilometres/46 miles) south of Devonport and about 25 kilometres west of Deloraine.