Cradle Alpine Retreat

Blue Tree Gallery is a contemporary art gallery, built from an old shipping container at Moina, with a focus on mental well-being and emotion, raising awareness for mental illness through a visual arts practice, normalising vulnerability, whilst also showcasing many artisan gifts and souvenirs all made right here in Tasmania. "Come for the Art Stay for the Coffee". Enjoy a takeaway coffee while walking through the gallery. At Blue Tree Gallery, we believe in creating a space that celebrates local artistry and fosters an environment of serenity and mindfulness. We are dedicated to providing a platform that promotes mental well-being through artistic expression and dialogue. In essence, our gallery serves as a space where individuals can connect with the powerful emotions held within art.

While you won’t notice the unobtrusive Bell Mountain from afar, its location affords unparalleled 360 degree views. Look across Tasmania’s Central Highlands to the south including Lake Cethana, Cradle Mountain and Barn Bluff, Mount Roland to the east and the Dial Range and Valentines Peak to the west, complemented by a beautiful vista to the north across a tapestry of agricultural farmland dissected by the Forth River Valley and Lake Barrington, to an expansive view of much of the northern Tasmanian coastline. The walk is a steep 45 minutes to the summit and only 20 minutes return. Due to the steepness of the track, the descent can be slippery so bushwalking boots or footwear with good traction is recommended. The Bell Mountain Track begins on the C132, about 5-10 minutes drive south of Wilmot.

Waldheim Alpine Spa is a luxury spa and treatment centre located at Cradle Mountain Lodge, one of Lonely Planet's Top 10 extraordinary places to stay in the world. It is a must-visit on a trip to Cradle Mountain. Waldheim Alpine Spa is encircled by rainforest at the edge of the exquisite World Heritage-listed Tasmanian Wilderness. Soak up views of an ancient landscape from your spa suite as you indulge in the many luxurious treatments offered. Waldheim Alpine Spa uses completely natural Australian and Tasmanian-made skin care, body care and spa products. There are four therapy rooms - including double treatment rooms for couples. Waldheim Alpine Spa also has a dedicated therapeutic retreat known as The Sanctuary. Here you can ease away the aches of a day's bushwalking, or travelling, in the steam room, sauna, hot tub and cool plunge pool, and then soak in the view as you complete your experience in the relaxation lounge. The Spa is available to guests of Cradle Mountain Lodge and casual visitors. The lodge is located in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, two-and-a-half-hour drive west of Launceston (144 kilometres) and a 90-minute drive from Devonport (83 kilometres).