Walls of Jerusalem
The Walls of Jerusalem - a cathedral-like alpine basin of dolerite "walls" and ancient pines
The route
The line through Central Highlands, Tasmania, Australia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Waypoints
- 1Mole Creek / Launceston trailheadTrailhead
Start of route [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 2Intermediate camp/villageCamp
Staging point (approx) [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 3High point / turnaroundSummit
Turnaround (out-and-back) [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
Season & conditions
Nov-Apr
Cold, wind, snow possible; fragile alpine environment
Best Nov-Apr; snow and severe weather any month. Confirm.
On the trail
A roadless alpine basin of dolerite walls, pencil-pine forest and tarns
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics
Quiet
Day-trip to the central basin; summit Solomons Throne/King Davids Peak
Getting there & staying
Walls of Jerusalem car park (Mole Creek area)
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
No huts - carry a tent; sensitive alpine camping rules
Layered outdoor kit, sturdy footwear, sun/rain protection, ample water; patchy mobile coverage - carry a map/PLB where remote
Services in Mole Creek / Launceston; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Parks pass; NO huts - fully self-sufficient, camp on durable ground only. Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Cold/exposure, navigation in cloud, fragile ground
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.