Notable viewpoint · West Coast, Tasmania

Lions Head

Lions Head is a viewpoint in West Coast, Tasmania.

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Lions Head: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Lions Head

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Lions Head: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Lions Head — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: -42.26446, 145.83164. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Lions Head?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Lions Head?

    Nearby: Frenchmans Cap (viewpoint, 1 km), Mount Darwin (viewpoint, 25 km), Lake Burbury (lake, 27 km), Mount Jukes (viewpoint, 29 km), Mount Sorell (viewpoint, 30 km), Mount Huxley (viewpoint, 30 km).

    Is Lions Head worth visiting?

    Lions Head is listed as a notable viewpoint in Tasmania on Spotwander.