Wander Wilmot
The secret is out for the Valley of Views.Why visit Wilmot Tasmania?
If you haven’t heard of Wilmot Tasmania, you’re not alone. But we think that’s exactly why you should visit.
Wilmot is the closest town to Cradle Mountain and a great place to base yourself for a Cradle Mountain day trip.
It’s also known as Tasmania’s ‘Valley of Views’; your first hint about what you’ll find here. If you love a vista, this little-known rural hamlet hidden beyond Gentle Annie Hill in North West Tasmania will surprise you.
Even the hill names here are charming.
You can experience Wilmot’s vistas best from two must-visit, gobsmacking, jawdropping lookouts. Both can be found on the way to Cradle Mountain.
The first, on Wilmot Road, overlooks Lake Barrington, with Mounts Roland, Claude and Van Dyke crowding the distant horizon. The second on Back Road overlooks the peaceful, bucolic Valley of Views itself.
Honestly, we don’t know how this place has stayed a secret for so long.
The township of Wilmot is unassuming. Blink and you’ll miss it. What you won’t miss is the stunning countryside in all directions.
See it all before the secret gets out.
Experience Authentic Rural Tassie
You won’t find Wilmot on any Tasmanian travel itinerary or trip plan. Most travellers won’t find Wilmot at all. But it’s wide open skies, peaceful rolling hills and rural charm beguile those that do.
Drive into Wilmot along Wilmot Road from Forth, which is also the route of Wilmot’s quirky letterbox trail. As you emerge from tree-covered Gentle Annie Hill watch as Tasmania’s most enchanting countryside rolls out before you, a richly woven tapestry of green and blue.
And then there’s the mountains. Standing sentinel in the distance as if Gandalf himself had conjured up this impressive view.
“Youuu shaalllll notttt passsss”. Indeed. We stayed.
And maybe, so should you.
Rolling hills dotted with nosey cows & mellow sheep.
Distant views to Mt Roland’s impressive peaks.
a landscape criss-crossed by trout filled rivers & creeks.
Wilmot is authentic, laid-back rural Tassie. Undiscovered by the world.
Top 5 Things to do in Wilmot Tasmania
1. Lookout over the Valley vistas
The hero in rural WIlmot Tasmania is nature. There are vistas from every hilltop. But there’s 2 in particular you should not miss. Wilmot Road Lookout and Back Road Lookout. Drop by, check outh the views, pick your jaw up off the floor. Thanks us later.
2. Hike to Forth Falls
Forth Falls is a popular hike out to the falls that empty into Lake Barrington. The Forth Falls hike is the only way to see these falls, unless you have a boat. Forth Falls Walk is a moderate 1.5 hours return and you can take a dip at the falls before heading back to Wilmot.
3. Follow the Wilmot Letterbox Trail
The quirky Wilmot letterbox trail along Wilmot Road is a glimpse of enchanting things to come as you wind your way into Lower Wilmot and Wilmot valley. My favourite letterbox is the yellow submarine around Erriba. But it’s hard to go past the Darlek, and our own cute and colourful post box too.
4. Mosey through the Wilmot Museum
Wilmot has a rich history. Did you know the original Coles store was in Wilmot Tasmania? It’s no longer standing today but there’s a sign to commemorate. Read all about the fascinating history of Wilmot at the Wilmot museum.
5. Take a dip in Lake Barrington
It’s a world class rowing course and a man-made freshwater lake created for the Tassie hydro scheme. But mostly, Lake Barrington is a top spot for a swim in the summer. You’ll probably see us down there with our Hungarian Vizslas.
Wilmot Tasmania – the history
Wilmot may be a quaint town nestled in Tasmania’s northwest, but it’s history is as colorful as its rolling, postcard-perfect hills.
Originally settled in the 1850s, Wilmot gained fame as a key agricultural hub thanks to its fertile soils and pristine environment. Early settlers braved remote wilderness to establish dairy farms, orchards, and potato fields, leaving a legacy that still flavors the town today.
The “Valley of Views,” jaw-dropping vistas over Lake Barrington and nearby Mount Roland are a sight that’s captivated settlers and travelers for over a century.
But there’s more to Wilmot than farming roots. This small town was also a pioneer in rural Australian tourism; it famously became the first place in Tasmania to have colourfully painted “Letterbox Trail.”
Each mailbox is a quirky creation, from milk cans to ovens, that tell stories of local families and add a dash of whimsy to the already charming landscape.
Be sure to drop into the Wilmot Museum to dive into it’s colonial history. 👉🏽

Wilmot Tasmania Accommodation
STAY A WHILE
Shepherd & Sprout Tiny House
Cue shameless plug… You can stay in Wilmot close to Cradle Mt in our eco-friendly tiny house accommodation. It’s nestled right next to our little cottage in the Valley of Views. Backing on to Forth Falls Creek with borrowed views from the neighbouring dairy farm, it’s a brilliant spot to base yourself for exploring Cradle Country. Even if we say so ourselves.
More Accommodation in Wilmot Tasmania
Like slows down here, if you stay a while. It’s just you and the big open skies. Maybe an echidna and a cow or two.
And that’s just the way we like it.
The Old Wilmot Bakehouse
Run by our dear friend Paul, this is a cosy 2 bed unit with a full kitchen at the front what used to be the old village bakery.
Situated in Wilmot township, it’s a great place for couples or small families heading to Cradle. Paul’s a fantastic host – trust us! And his accommodation is also pet friendly.
Camping in the Paddock, Wilmot Tasmania
This spot is an excellent recent addition to Wilmot Tasmania accommodation options – run by our lovely neighbours and owners of the Wilmot Shop, Aleasha and Michelle, and their families. Camping in the Paddock at Wilmot Tasmania is a RV, camper van, caravan and motorhome park in a lovely open paddock, in Wilmot. 👉🏽
Aleesha and family have done an amazing job setting this paddock up to accommodate camper vans, caravans, RVs and motorhomes.
There are 8 powered sites altogether, with ample space between them to make for a comfortable park.
There’s two resident lambs for the kiddies to feed, and it’s pet friendly (but dogs must be on a lead).
Facilities: Power, well pump, rubbish disposal, picnic tables, BBQ, campfires/fire pit, a port-a-loo toilet. And a dam to swim in!
Cost: $35 per night
Bookings: (03) 6492 1512, or visit their Facebook page ‘Camping in the Paddock Wilmot’ – only open in the summer months.

Free Camping at Lake Barrington
For more Wilmot Tasmania accommodation, look to the shores of Lake Barrington. RV’s, caravans and campers who get in early can nab are free camping spots at Lake Barrington on the Wilmot side. The site is just a few meters from the Lake, where you can swim or paddle.
You do need to be self sufficient for showers, but the site has toilet facilities, a water tap, and a covered BBQ area. Pets are allowed too.
There’s not a lot of grass cover and this place gets packed in the summer months.
There’s no pre-booking for this site, it’s just a turn-up-and-see kind of site.
More things to do in Wilmot
Pop in to the Wilmot Hills Gin Distillery for a tipple of their ‘Mother’s Ruin’ and a chat with the distiller John.
Set up a fire pit, grab a glass of tawny and stare up at the Milky Way and sky full of stars.
Head up the road to the Bell Mountain Track and scramble your way 45 minutes to the top of Bell Mountain and views over Erriba and Moina.
Fish for trout in Wilmot River. Keep an eye out for platypus that frequent the local creeks and dams.
Devonport to Cradle Mountain road trip itinerary
Devonport to Cradle Mountain is a stunning drive few travellers know about. The scenic beauty hits once you turn off at Forth onto Wilmot Road. This is the same route of the Wilmot Letterbox Trail and takes you through gorgeous wild Tasmanian countryside along the Forth River, across Wilmot River, around the bends of Gentle Annie hill and out to the jawdropping mountain and valley scenery of Lower Wilmot and Wilmot.
If Devonport is your base or you’re fresh off the Spirity of Tasmania, here’s an epic itinerary that takes you on one of Tasmania’s mos scenic drives from Devonport to Cradle Mountain. Enjoy!
7:30AM Breakfast at Laneway, Devonport
Your day starts with a hearty breakfast at Laneway Cafe in Devonport. The Terry Burger is alway a favourite of mine. Make sure pack some lunch for your day walking at Cradle Mt.
8:30Am Forth via Don
Head towards Forth via Don. Call in to Braddon’s Lookout before you drive down into Forth for wide open views over some of the North West’s richest growing country & the food bowl of Tasmania
9am Road trip to Cradle along wilmot rd
Turn left onto Wilmot Rd & let the scenic part of your drive begin. Motor alongside the peaceful Forth River and up the winding turns of Gentle Annie Hill. It’s here the Wilmot Letterbox Trail begins.
9:30 Wilmot Road Lookout
Emerge from Gentle Annie Hill into expansive views of Wilmot Valley, as it rolls out like a tapestry of green. Hit the heights of Lower Wilmot & exclaim in awe at distant the mountain vistas. Stop in a Wilmot Rd lookout for an aerial view over Lake Barrington & Mts Roland, Claude & Van Dyke.
9:45AM Back Road Lookout & Sneaky Gin
Short detour onto Back Rd just before Wilmot takes you up to Burton’s Lookout & views over the Valley proper.
11Am Hiking Cradle Mt
Spend 4 or 5 hours wondering the best Cradle Mountain walks, admiring the stunning alpine scenery & meeting the local wombies.
3-4pm drinks & dinner Cradle Mt lodge
Grab a pizza and wash it down with a Tasmanian craft beer or Pinot Noir at Cradle Mountain Lodge before heading back to Devonport the way you came.
On dark, Penguins at Lilico
Before Devonport take the Forth exit onto the Bass Highway heading east & stop in at the Lilico Penguin viewing platforms. Get up close & personal with the penguins as they make their way up the beach after dusk and into burrows right beneath you.



Wilmot FAQs
Is Wilmot Tasmania worth visiting?
Wilmot is worth visiting as a base for exploring Cradle Mountain.
And if you have time in Tasmania, it’s definitely worth the visit.
By visiting Wilmot, you’ll be getting off the tourist trail because its undiscovered. If you love vistas, hiking, swimming, paddling, jetskiing or water skiing, Wilmot has them all.
At a minimum, it’s worth road tripping through Wilmot to see the stunning, expansive views of beautiful farming countryside framed by impressive mountain ranges. Think Wales or Yorkshire, but a mini Tassie version.
Where to eat in Wilmot Tasmania
There are no restaurants in Wilmot.
The Wilmot Country Store offers a few takeaway items such as burgers during the daytime, Monday to Friday. Even Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban once dropped in for a burger on the way back from Cradle!
The closest restaurants to Wilmot are at Cradle Mountain (35 minute drive), in Ulverstone (a 30 min drive) or in Devonport (40 min drive)
Most accommodation, including our own Tiny House, offers kitchen and BBQ facilities. So bring all of your food with you when you come!
Can you camp in Wilmot Tasmania?
Yes, you can camp in Wilmot. You can even camp here for free!
The local campsite is down beside Lake Barrington. It’s a well shaded area surrounded by trees with a toilet, running water taps, and some under cover BBQs. There’s a 20 meter path down to the lake if you fancy a dip or a paddle.
The free camping is often busy over Christmas but there’s plenty of room to pitch a tent most other times of the year.
What shops are there in Wilmot?
The Wilmot Country Store is the only store in Wilmot. They sell some grocery essentials, snack food, drinks and takeaway food. You can also fill up your tank during opening hours (Mon – Fri only).